Overview

Instagram star Jeannie Dickson has created a modern and inviting introduction to watercolour painting that aspiring artists will turn to again and again on their creative journey. Hello, Watercolour! offers a fresh approach to painting watercolours with concise and accessible information. Aspiring artists and journalers will immediately be able to apply the techniques they learn on these pages — including brush lettering — to more than 15 exciting step-by-step projects, from painting origami animals, sparkling glass shards, and beautiful alphabets to producing luscious florals and fanciful unicorns.  Among the features that make this handbook both a valuable learning tool and source of inspiration: Projects that include a list of techniques with cross-references Each project includes watercolors used with swatches so readers can make substitutions easily Popular colour palettes and colour 'recipes' for foolproof mixing 12 monthly challenges with daily or weekly prompts to inspire painting all year long Templates to trace and paint for some projects Ideas to share work and connect with others (e.g. Instagram)

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Author:   Jeannie Dickson
Publisher:   Mixed Media Resources
Imprint:   Get Creative 6
ISBN:  

9781684620029

ISBN 10:   1684620023
Pages:   144
Publication Date:   01 August 2020
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order  
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Table of Contents

The Wonders of Watercolor Before Your Start: Skills to Build 1. Supplies, Supplies, Supplies! Paper Brushes Paints Properties of Watercolor Palettes Nonessential Materials Your Workspace 2. Getting to Know Hue Color Theory 101 Split-Primary Color Wheel Three Properties of Color Value and Color My Favorite Paint Consistencies Color Harmony 3. FUN-damentals of Watercolor Painting Water Control Brushwork Watercolor Washes More Fun Techniques Creating Visual Texture 4. Brush Lettering Basics Types of Lettering Brush Lettering Tools Terminology Strokes Forming Letters Drills Block Letters Ombre Letters 5. Step-by-Step Projects Sparkling Shards Origami Bunny Galaxy Rainbow Unicorn Zebra Succulent Hydrangea Whimsical Fish Fabulous Feathers Pomegranate and Blossoms Fall Leaves State Pattern Play Monochromatic Moon Word Art Painting Loose-Style Flowers Monogram Sweet ‘n’ Tangy Oranges Bonus Material Templates Color Recipes Watercolor All Year Long Share and Connect

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Jeannie Dickson is a creative entrepreneur, freelance artist, and digital content creator. On her popular Instagram account @jeanniedicksondesigns--with 276,000 followers--she's become known for her modern watercolor techniques and unique lettering style. In February 2019, Silver Brush Limited, a manufacturer of high-quality artist's brushes, chose Jeannie as the Artist of the Month.

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