Art Instruction Book - Watercolour - Atmospheric Buildings in Watercolour - by Nicholas Poullis

A comprehensive and practical guide to painting watercolour buildings with atmosphere, character and accuracy, from renowned artist Nicholas Poullis.

Painting buildings is about more than faithfully describing the architecture successful watercolour paintings must also contain character, ambience and a sense of place.

In this clearly explained and highly visual guide, master artist Nicholas Poullis shows you how to harness classic watercolour techniques to achieve paintings that are both accurate and inspiring.

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A masterclass of insight, technique and inspiration, for confident beginner and intermediate-level artists looking to discover key watercolour techniques as well as more experienced painters looking to hone their skills.

• Tackle essential technical aspects including light, composition, perspective and drawing.

• Overcome the challenges of balance, simplification and crucially how to avoid overworking.

• Discover dozens of Nicholas’s inspirational artworks.

• Follow 6 inspiring and varied stage-by-stage projects.

• Develop your knowledge with skill-building tips and ideas scattered throughout.

• Gain the confidence and conviction to apply the techniques you learn to painting your own favourite buildings.

Table of Contents

• Foreword by Dr Sally Bulgin 6
  Introduction 8
  Materials and equipment 10
  The painting session 16
  Pure watercolour techniques 24
  Choosing a subject 38
  Simplification 48
  Cathar Bridge - step-by-step 56
  Drawing and perspective 64
  Watermill - step-by-step 70
  Shady Corner - step-by-step 84
  Painting light 88
  Market Hall, Early Morning - step-by-step 96
  The order of painting 104
  Market Hall interior - step-by-step 114
  How to develop your painting 122
  Ancient bridge - step-by-step 134
  Afterword 142
  Index 144

Publisher: Search Press
Edition: BC Paperback
Publication: 13 September 2024
Size: 216x280 mm
Pages: 144