Painting Party: Acrylic Painting for Beginners

Authors: Bartlett, Anna
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
BISAC/Subject: ART031000, ART020000, CRA024000
ISBN: 9781440341403, Related ISBNs: 1440341265, 1440341400, 9781440341267, 9781440341403
Classification: Non-Fiction
Number of pages: 128,
Audience: General/trade
Synopsis: Shiny happy paintings you can complete in an evening!

Simply follow the steps to fun, beautiful paintings!

Anna Bartlett has led hundreds of enthusiastic new painters through paint-alongs in her studio. It's a fun, stress-free way to experience the joy of painting while completing an original work of art in a single sitting.

Now you are invited to attend Anna's Painting Party in the comfort of your own home. Inside, you'll find 12 of Anna's favorite paint-along projects--from butterflies and owls to flowers and Monet's bridge--all featuring her signature sense of whimsy and color. Each painting is broken down into easy-to-follow, fail-safe steps that guarantee great results, yet with plenty of built-in opportunities for you to add your personal touch.

There are no complicated theories or tricky techniques. Materials lists tell you exactly what you need. Step-by-step instructions tell you precisely what to do. Simply follow along, sign your name and display with pride! Like any good party, the most important thing is to have fun. Your skills and confidence will grow with every stroke!

   • 12 whimsical paint-along projects spanning a variety of favorite subjects such as princesses, peacocks, and tulips
   • Advice on selecting materials and setting up your painting space
   • A variety of fun techniques including painted collage, stenciling, "beginner's Impressionism" and negative painting
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