Noted watercolorist Kautzky presents comprehensive advice on how to paint landscape components such as plant life, puddles, rain, and fog. He cheerfully covers composition, value arrangement, balance, rhythm, pattern, and the structure of various trees, from the willow to the Lombardy poplar. 127 illustrations including 16 pages in full color. Reprint of the Van Nostrand Reinhold Company, New York, 1952 edition.
Ways with Watercolor by Ted Kautzky Simple, direct language discusses color pigments, paper, and other supplies; washes, strokes, and use of accessories for special effects. Valuable instructions on composition. 125 illustrations, including 37 color plates.
Complete Guide to Watercolor Painting by Edgar A. Whitney Brilliant guide by renowned artist tells all, from basics to creating masterful landscapes, portraits, and figures. Full-color sections follow evolution of 7 of the author's own watercolors. 37 color and over 100 black-and-white illustrations.
Illustrating Nature: How to Paint and Draw Plants and Animals by Dorothea Barlowe, Sy Barlowe A pair of professional artists offers valuable suggestions for realistic portrayals of flowers, animals, and other natural subjects. Detailed, step-by-step demonstrations use watercolors, oils, pencil, and other media. Over 400 illustrations.
