From Library Journal
Harrison-Tustain is a highly successful New Zealand floral artist who produces breathtaking blossoms in a style that is, at once, realistic and sumptuously expressive. Here she offers three complete step-by-step projects and 14 mini-demonstrations. Those more interested in a decorative arts approach should see Painting Flowers in Watercolor with Louise Jackson (North Light, 1997).
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Product Description
With a seductive painting style described as "realism with a soul," Susan Harrison-Tustain casts new light on a favourite subject among watercolourists. She captures the "essence" of her flowers in their natural settings, complete with bumblebees, dew drops, and other whimsical touches of life. Artists will learn her unique priming method, along with other techniques for creating vibrant colours, realistic textures and lively light. There are three complete step-by-step painting demonstrations and 14 mini-demos.
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