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Drawing and Painting Plants

Drawing and Painting Plants

by Christina Brodie (Author)

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    Paperback 2006

    $5.39
Synopsis

Drawing and Painting Plants is a practical manual on how to paint a vast range of plants in a wide range of media. Drawing on her experience as a botanical art teacher, Christina Brodie takes a holistic approach to botanical art. She covers botanical terminology; drawing and painting techniques; dissection and examination of plants; fieldwork studies; microscope work and tips on presentation of your work. The clear step-by-step instructions are beautifully illustrated with Christina's own work which serves as an inspiration. Having been taken through the various techniques in clear steps, you will be able to draw and paint plants with remarkable precision and stunning detail.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 144
 Edition: UK ed.
 Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published: 15 Oct 2006
ISBN 10: 071366889X
ISBN 13: 9780713668896
Book Overview: Techniques are introduced with clear step-by-step instructions A wide variety of media are introduced Beautifully and intricately illustrated Easily accessible text The author is an experienced teacher More comprehensive than any other book on the subject.

Media Reviews
...this does not compromise or cut corners and it's refreshing in an age when books are increasingly becoming commodities...that there is still someone out there who is prepared...to go the extra mile to produce books for the serious student. Artbookreview.net (4th October 2006) A good mix of inspiration and education, with gorgeous illustrations, as you might expect. Publishing News (4th August 2006) 'This new and authoritative book is a welcome change of direction... For the artistic plant lover, it's a real treat.' The Artist (April 2006)
Author Bio
Christina Brodie is a graduate from the Winchester School of Art, and she was awarded RHS Gold Medals in 2003 and 2005. She has taught botanical painting for the RHS at Rosemoor, and runs design company Temple of Flora (www.temple-of-flora.com).