Fast and Fun Watercolor: Painting Techniques, No Drawing Required!

Authors: Kim, Gina Lee
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: ART051000, ART017000, ART029000
ISBN: 9781440351587, Related ISBNs: 1440351546, 1440351589, 9781440351549, 9781440351587
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 144,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: Take a journey through Gina Lee Kim's watercolor palette--with each chapter representing one of the standard colors found in the color wheel. Learn how to merge watercolor and mixed media together without the stress of having to draw out a composition before getting started. Each chapter will demonstrate a unique project and technique, along with a gallery of inspiring works. You will also learn about the emotional symbolism of each color.

   • An approachable, stress-free introduction to watercolor; fine drawing skills are not a requirement
   • Explore each color in the color wheel, while learning about their mixing qualities and the emotional symbolism of colors
   • Tips and advice on carving out time to create, sharing your work with others, and owning your own voice
   • 12 step-by-step demonstrations show how to merge watercolor with a bit of mixed media
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