Paint Amazing Watercolors from Phot

by HenryDixon (Author)

• Used

  Hardcover
  2009

  $3.25

  Everything you need to know to turn your photos into beautiful, light-filled watercolors.If a picture is worth a thousand words, watercolor has the power to transform that picture into pure poetry. This book will show you how to do just that, step by creative step. Inside, you'll learn how to take great reference photos of the people, places and things that intrigue you, and use the unique qualities of watercolor to turn them into original and striking paintings.Paint a range of popular subjects, including people, landscapes, architecture, still life and interiors.18 step-by-step painting demonstrations take you through the entire painting process, from start to finish.Expert advice for shooting reference photos gives you a jumpstart to dynamic paintings.Packed with inspiration for picture-perfect paintings, this book will help take advantage of your reference photos while avoiding common pitfalls - making your camera as valuable an art tool as your brushes and paints.