Flowers can be the focus of a painting, or merely one of the elements; either way, they add drama and color to any painting and can lift an ordinary landscape to a higher level. This book covers all the basic techniques an artist needs to learn, together with how to paint the flowers accurately. Author Jill Bays encourages artists to develop their ability to compose a picture successfully and offers suggestions for expanding personal creativity. Season, climate and mood are all discussed and tehre is a useful section on personal organization of a painting such as which material to choose and how to prepare for an outdoor trip. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it teaches through watercolor and other mediums and is suitable for artists of all skill levels. -- amazon.com
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