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Painting All Aspects of Water for All Mediums

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If you are looking for the same level of instruction as in the prior E. John books, you won't find it. The pictures are beautiful but no major step by step process--more a global overview. I pre-ordered this book months ago, as I think E. John is a phenominal painter and seems so spiritually attuned and connected with the ocean. I was a little disappointed with this edition, but being an admirer of E. John Robinson's, I would have purchased it anyway.

E. John Robinson is a well known California Seascape artist that works with both oils and watercolor. In his "Painting All Aspects of Water," Robinson shares his observations and techniques gained over his many years of study and painting water.

Robinson begins with a discourse on the properties of water and the creation of mood then applies these lessons to painting every possible use of water - wet ground, puddles, rivers, waterfalls, surf, and much more.

This is an excellent book for not only the novice but also for those who are more experienced and need that little extra from a master.

Robinson is the go-to person, whether oils or watercolor, to inspire you in making your water scenes mystical and magical.

This book is full of useful information for painters wishing to paint water that looks 'right'. It is generously illustrated, with explanatory text that is clear and to the point. The layout is logical and clear, and the book deals with one point at a time by means of a short, clear textual explanation accompanied by an explanatory sketch, painting or diagram, before moving on to the next point.

The book starts with a short chapter on equipment and supplies, and follows with a chapter on how water's properties affect its appearance - transparency, reflection, angled reflections (e.g. a leaning post reflected in water), rippled reflections, reflections viewed fom above, reflections which are extended by ripples in the surface of the water, choppy water, colour reflected in water, sparkle on water, reflected glare, - and so on. Water is tricky stuff, but with this book as a reference, I find that my approach is more confident, and the visual results much more satisfactory.

Other chapters include painting to interpret mood, painting wet ground, puddles, creeks, lakes and ponds, rivers, waterfalls, bays and harbours, and surf.

I find it a brilliant explanatory and reference book.

I am a professional artist and found this book to be one of the best investments I've made. He shows in detail every aspect of water from the foam on waves to shadows on waterfalls. I paint in oils and pastels and found even the watercolor demos to be very helpful. Highly recommend!

The used book was delivered in better condition than expected and much faster than advertised. All aspects of the purchase went quickly and trouble free.

The title of this review says it all. As for 'all mediums' mostly are watercolor. So, if you are into watercolor and not wanting to learn how to paint water, which what water is in there is terrible, then by all means purchase it. Personally, I sent it back as no help to me.