Different Strokes: Watercolor: Unique double demonstrations reveal alternative approaches to watercolor painting (Digital Media Design) [Paperback]

Naomi Tydeman (Author)

Book Description

Series: Digital Media Design | Publication Date: March 15, 2008

By examining the way that two different artists interpret the same subject, aspiring watercolor artists can learn how different approaches affect the final outcome of a painting and how to identify the methods that will enable them to realize their own vision! Double demonstrations of 12 popular painting subjects -- including flowers, landscapes, portraits, still lifes, and more -- are shown side-by-side so that artists can compare and contrast the two painting styles.

This full-color book also offers essential information regarding basic painting techniques and theory, including information on watercolor materials, washes, drybrush, light and shadow, brushstrokes, and texture.

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About the Author

Naomi Tydeman is a self-taught watercolorist who has been painting professionally for more than 15 years. She has an honor's degree in education and is an elected member of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour. She has her own art gallery located in Wales, United Kingdom.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Walter Foster; 1st US Edition edition (March 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 160058053X
• ISBN-13: 978-1600580536
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #504,530 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unique, fun, and very helpful, August 5, 2008

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This review is from: Different Strokes: Watercolor: Unique double demonstrations reveal alternative approaches to watercolor painting (Digital Media Design) (Paperback)

I'm a watercolor artist and never tire of seeing how other artists interpret their subjects because every artist has a totally different perspective of anything you place in front of him or her. And no one way is right, nor is it wrong. Happily, every interpretation is what art is about: expressing one's own creative viewpoint and passion about a subject. I like this book because it celebrates this inclusiveness, while at the same time providing tons of helpful tips on technique and methods.

There are also several demonstrations of painting progressions - from drawings, initial stages, first washes, finished painting. Demonstrations include still lifes, landscapes, buildings, people, flowers. There are also chapters on basic color theory, composition, and watercolor technique. The book is geared for beginner watercolorists, but I think any artist would find it fun to peruse and learn from.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!, November 16, 2010

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This review is from: Different Strokes: Watercolor: Unique double demonstrations reveal alternative approaches to watercolor painting (Digital Media Design) (Paperback)

As a beginning watercolor artist, I love this book! The book features several different artists and techniques. It is refreshing and helpful to be reminded that there is no "right" way to approach a painting. Different Strokes also provides specifics regarding watercolor techniques that I have tried after pouring over the book's beautiful illustrations. When I am stuck with a problem in my painting or want to try a new approach, I often refer to this book. It's great to study the work of one particular artist, but I find the comparison of different artists very instructive.