Artist Ann Blockley is renowned for her innovative approach to
traditional subjects. Following the huge success of her previous book,
Experimental Flowers in Watercolour, she now explores ways to
interpret landscape. Packed with stunning examples of her colourful,
expressive work, this book encourages you to experiment with the same
techniques in your own watercolour painting to develop a personal style.
Techniques covered include combining water-based paint and ink with
other media such as gesso and collage to create dramatic effects;
manipulating paint with materials such as plastic wrap (clingfilm);
tearing, layering and reassembling paintings into watercolour collages;
and developing textures and marks made using fabrics and other found
objects. Throughout the book Ann offers her personal commentary on how
her paintings were created, giving us a unique insight into the mind of
the artist.
Both practical and inspirational, this glorious book is the ideal
companion for watercolour painters who want to take their work a step
further.