Watercolor For the First Time by Kory Fluckiger, softback published by Sterling/Chapelle in the USA. Available in the UK, ISBN 978-1-4027-5393-0, price 6.99 from www.thegmcgroup.com
Kory answers all those ‘How do I?’ questions about watercolour in this book. He takes a technique, or several and produces a work of art whilst answering all those important questions. The projects are arranged so that you master one skill at a time and then put them together to create more advanced work. There is also a gallery of work to inspire you.
This bargain-priced book also has essential information on getting started from choosing materials to stretching paper. six master techniques show you how to paint and control washes, how to add detail, the spattering technique and how to use masking. Twelve projects follow with more advanced techniques such as a black and white painting and painting snow.
This is a great book with step by step instructions that are easy to follow. Learn to create your own art while learning techniques that will last a life time.