The Kew Book of Painting Roses in Watercolour

by Trevor Waugh

Overview

Immerse yourself in the world of roses, learning to produce your own watercolour painting that radiate light and purity. Published in association with the internationally-renowned Kew Gardens and written by noted watercolour artist Trevor Waugh.

The rose has a special place in both art and culture across the world. Published in Association with Kew Gardens, this stunning book teaches you how to paint a selection of roses in watercolour; and showcases both historical images from the Kew archives and the author's own extensive collection of inspiring rose paintings.

Guided by watercolour artist and rose enthusiast Trevor Waugh, this book begins with approachable exercises that explain the essential watercolour techniques. Particular emphasis is placed on mixing colours cleanly, in order to reproduce the purity, variety and beauty of this much-loved family of flowers in sumptuous watercolour.

This information leads into how to gather reference and compose your own paintings; which is then demonstrations through inspiring step-by-step projects.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781782216568
Publisher:	Search Press
Publication date:	03/18/2020
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	1,104,902
Product dimensions:	8.30(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Trevor Waugh studied at the Slade School of Fine Art in London and is now an established artist who runs successful painting workshops and holidays. Apart from his original watercolours, Trevor Waugh's work is also known to a wide market through his greetings cards, prints and other merchandise.

Table of Contents

Foreword 6

Introduction 8

The history of roses in art 10

Before you start 12

Exploring The Nature of Watercolour: step-by-step project 14

Exploring further 20

Finding inspiration 28

Creating form 40

Making successful pictures 50

Portrait of a Rose: step-by-step project 68

Colour 76

Rose Blush: step-by-step project 92

Light 102

Still Life Roses: step-by-step project 110

Capturing the essence 120

Index 128