ISBN: 9781581805154    Publisher: F&W Publications Inc Year of publishing: 2005     Format:  Hardback No of Pages: 128        

Texture is one of the most crucial elements of any successful painting - and now, with Paint Luxurious Textures in Watercolor, readers can discover the secrets of this powerful technique. This book features: An overview of texture techniques, including glazing, underpainting of and masking; 15 close-up, step-by-step demonstrations of how to create texture for a variety of subjects, including lace, embroidered silk, silver teapots of and cats; Two longer demonstrations that show readers how to combine all of the texture techniques discussed throughout to create a sophisticated, multi-layered painting; Readers will learn how to capture rich textures so realistic of that their paintings will seem to jump off the canvas.
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Jennifer Sheffer is self-taught and has been painting and drawing since she was a little girl. Her watercolour paintings have been included in a number of important exhibitions, as well as outdoor art shows.
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