Learn to use watercolor to soothe your soul with this beginner's guide to painting for relaxation. Many watercolor books focus on the result of your painting, but this approach looks at the process of painting as a means to de-stress, with easy exercises for absolute beginners. The aim is to create art that relaxes both the artist and the viewer.

Perfect for cat lovers and watercolor artists of all skill levels, from absolute beginner to more experienced, Painting Cats teaches you how to go from blob of paint to a beautiful portrait of your fluffy friends. Drawing on art therapy techniques that emphasize fun and freedom in creativity over technical perfection, Runyan guides you step by step through the process of adding details to loosely painted shapes to create your own unique and distinct...

Watercolours. Life has a way of throwing unexpected obstacles in our path. Your personal anxieties can build up and seem overwhelming. Help is at hand. Master artist Jean Haines leads you on a journey through paint, showing how you can wipe away your worries with the soothing and gentle movement of watercolour on paper. Meditative, peaceful and calming, watercolour painting offers relief and solace to everyone, with no judgement or goal beyond itself....

Designed to promote a more original approach to watercolor, this instructional resource, presented by a notable artist and teacher, stresses the importance of realising that the potential of watercolor involves taking chances and informed risks.

"Learn everything you need to get started in watercolor painting with Watercolor Basics. From rendering light and shadow to creating realistic textures, discover how to bring dimension and depth to your paintings. Featurint the artwork of Deb Watson, this book includes a variety of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects, including a landscape, still life, and portrait. With engaging, inspirational lessons and useful artist tips, Watercolor Basics will...

"Sit down. Take in the view. Think visual haiku. Be bold. Start with one color. The process of seeing the colors that surround you takes time. Wait, go slow, and experiment. The more you look the more you see. What color jumps out at you? Paint it and then the color next to it. This book will teach you not only to oberve what surrounds you but also how to document those colors that you see. Use this technique to oberve your backyard, your city, your...

Whether you're getting started in watercolor painting, or looking to advance your range of skills, this book will help you take a comprehensive, in-depth look at techniques to expand your repertoire. The artists and illustrators work across a range of styles to equip you with the skills and confidence to develop your own style and grow as an artist. -- adapted from jacket