Renowned watercolorist Ann Blockley brings untamed woodlands and
forest wilderness to life with her acclaimed style and innovative
techniques.
Best-selling artist and author Ann Blockley is renowned for her striking
and intriguing paintings of natural landscapes. In this beautiful guide
she explores woodlands--from tangled groves and ancient trees to fiery
leaves and springtime orchards--in a variety of interpretations, and in
glorious seasonal color.
Packed with stunning examples of her colorful, expressive work, Blockley
explains not only her own unique creative process and deeply personal
approach but also those of fellow artists from the Arborealist group,
the Royal Institute, and the Pastel Society, encouraging you to
experiment to develop a personal style of your own along the way.
Drawing inspiration from poetry, birdsong, and folklore and
incorporating words, text, and photo transfer, the book draws you
further into the forest with practical advice on working outside,
experimenting with mixing colors (especially greens), playing with water
effects, using salt and granulation, mark-making and spattering with
found objects such as leaves and twigs, creating texture with gesso and
collage, and working with oak gall ink and charcoal.
With simple instructions and easy-to-follow demonstrations throughout,
the book includes a case study of Blockley's own woodland garden--six
acres of wild nature reserve with woodland and hedgerows. Pushing the
boundaries of watercolor and other mixed media, this delightful wander
through the woods is the ideal companion for both beginners and the more
experienced landscape painter who wishes to take their painting to the
next level.
