Japanese Watercolor: Floral & Botanical Techniques - by Ayano Otani (Hardcover)

About the Book

Watercolor artist Ayano Otani guides artists of all skill levels through twenty lessons portraying plants and flowers from Japan's changing seasons. Includes step-by-step illustrations and a QR code linking to video tutorials for each topic.

Book Synopsis

Experience the beauty of Japan's changing seasons through exquisite blossoms and lush botanicals with watercolor artist Ayano Otani. Demonstrating her unique blend of traditional and contemporary aesthetics, Ayano guides artists of all skill levels through twenty lessons portraying plants and flowers--from spring's delicate cherry blossoms and vibrant peonies to winter's elegant and resilient camellias. A comprehensive introduction to extraordinary watercolor techniques covers everything from the choice of brushes and paper to the interplay of water and pigments. Detailed, step-by-step illustrations provide the basics of watercolor painting, enhanced by a QR code linking to a video tutorial for each lesson. Capture the natural beauty of Japan with water, brush, color, and paper in this lovely hardcover volume.

From the Back Cover

Discover the Art of Japanese Seasons Through Watercolor
Join renowned watercolor artist Ayano Otani in this enchanting exploration of Japan's changing seasons. Perfect for artists of all skill levels, this book offers eighteen lessons demonstrating the delicate aesthetic of plants and flowers. From the fleeting beauty of spring's cherry blossoms to the resilient camellias of winter, each page is a celebration of nature's artistry.
With Otani's expert guidance, you'll master the essentials of watercolor painting--from selecting the perfect brushes and paper to understanding the delicate interplay of water and pigment. This concise and beautiful book features detailed, step-by-step illustrations that make learning easy as well as QR codes that provide exclusive video tutorials.
Capture the natural beauty of Japan's seasons through the calming, meditative art of watercolor, one brushstroke at a time.