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Highlights
- Curious about gouache but unsure where to start?
- About the Author: Kate Jarvik Birch is a full-time artist and writer living in Salt Lake City, Utah.
- 128 Pages
- Crafts + Hobbies, Painting
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About the Book
"Gouache for Beginners is a fresh and inspiring guide to painting with this incredibly versatile medium"--Book Synopsis
Curious about gouache but unsure where to start? Learn all the essentials of this versatile medium with this fresh and inspiring guide. Gouache is a water-based paint that dries to a matte, opaque finish. Long used by illustrators, gouache is gaining popularity with artists of all styles and interests. Whether you're a budding artist eager to explore painting or a more experienced artist looking to add gouache to your painting toolkit, Gouache for Beginners by Kate Jarvik Birch is your gateway to a world of vibrant creativity. This book is tailored for anyone intrigued by the rich, opaque qualities of gouache paint, offering step-by-step projects that are accessible and enjoyable. From everyday subjects like colorful food and household objects to expansive landscapes and delicate flowers, Kate guides you through each painting with clear instructions and encouraging tips. An overview of gouache covers everything you need to begin, including choosing the right tools and supplies, mixing colors, and basic gouache techniques. Gouache for Beginners emphasizes realistic artistry with a fresh, contemporary style that focuses on the beauty of ordinary scenes and natural landscapes. The easy-to-follow projects explore a wide variety of subjects and demonstrate a range of skills, including:- Painting landscapes
- Depicting transparency
- Capturing subtle color variations
- Painting reflections
- Rendering fine lines and details
By delving into the unique qualities of gouache, you'll discover a medium that allows for bold expressions and nuanced details that unlock your artistic potential. Whether you aspire to create realistic artwork or simply want to add a splash of color to your surroundings, this book equips you with the skills and confidence to get started!
About the Author
Kate Jarvik Birch is a full-time artist and writer living in Salt Lake City, Utah. She's the author of three YA novels, and she offers online painting classes and sells her original art and calendars on her website. Her art has been sold in American big-box stores, as well as featured in television series. Find her online at katebirchart.com and as @kebirch on her social media channels.Dimensions (Overall): 10.97 Inches (H) x 8.61 Inches (W) x .35 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.17 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 128
Genre: Crafts + Hobbies
Sub-Genre: Painting
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Format: Paperback
Author: Kate Jarvik Birch
Language: English
Street Date: June 3, 2025
TCIN: 94329844
UPC: 9780760393482
Item Number (DPCI): 247-51-1955
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship weight: 1.17 pounds
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