Customer Reviews

Painting Trees and Landscapes in Watercolor

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It is a little advanced for the beginner. His watercolor technique is wonderful. Great for reference especially trees. Great for any watercolorist library.

This book is definitely made for a mid level to advance painters. As an animation background painter, I found this book to be very useful and although relatively old, the information was still very relevant. At first glance, I was a little disappointed in the lack of color, (there are some pages with color/ final painting reproductions, but most of the book is in b&w) but upon reading the text and following the examples, this book ultimately makes you focus on the composition, values, and distinct shapes that characterizes types of trees, before a painter jumps headlong into color. There is so much statement coming from the way Ted Kautzky utilizes lines, values, and brush strokes. Every piece looks like it came out of an animated movie. It's great study for mood, too. It's one of those books that doesn't look like much at first, but you'll come to treasure later on, after you make a breakthrough with your painting.

Ted's book on painting trees is full of information that any artist should find a big help. Money well spent on a book written some years ago will still be usefull today.

I couldn't agree less with the 3 people who rate this book highly. I have many good/some not so good watercolor guide books on all subjects, and wanted one for trees and landscapes. Compared to the other 40 books I have in my art library this one ranks at the bottom. Sorry! The black and white photos that are not clearly captured, and the lack of modern day paint color ideas make this one not a good buy as a reference guide, in my opinion. Somethings just need to be retired or labeled as history. I often use the opinions of others who have read the book to determine it's value. This one was a miss, and I surely hope those looking for good reference guide for watercolor painting to be aware. Sam Mascia

This book was a gift to a watercolorist friend. She was most impressed with the contents.