Modern Watercolor Botanicals - by Sarah Simon (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Unwind and get creative as you learn all about watercolor painting--one of the fastest-growing activities for everyday adults who are looking for a hobby to easily relax and relieve stress!

Modern Watercolor Botanicals is a comprehensive guide for all skill levels--beginner to advanced--that teaches everything you need to know about watercolor using easy-to-follow diagrams, pictures, and instructions. Learn how to paint and advance your skills using pieces of beautiful, traceable artwork, including detailed wildflowers, shade tropical leaves, eucalyptus wreaths, and more.

Lessons in Modern Watercolor Botanicals include:

• Instructions for every skill level: beginner, intermediate, and advanced

• Easy-to-follow diagrams, pictures, and instructions

• Each lesson builds upon skills learned in the previous lessons

• 15 pieces of traceable artwork to paint, no drawing experience required!

• Lessons that promote focus and mindfulness and help you reduce stress through the enjoyment of the artistic process

• All you need to know to create frame-worthy masterpieces and thoughtful gifts

• Prompts, challenges, and ideas to take your creativity to the next level

Author Sarah Simon (@themintgardener), a Seattle-based artist who leads sold-out watercolor workshops across the U.S., shares everything she teaches her students in this book. She also answers some of the most common questions from watercolor artists at all levels:

• What tools do I need?

• How do I mix interesting colors?

• How do I create shape, movement, and definition in my piece?

• How do I find my own creative style?

Delve into Modern Watercolor Botanicals to develop your skills and form your own unique artistic approach to the world of modern watercolor!

Review Quotes

"A highly recommended title that offers an impressive array of watercolor, ink, and gouache techniques for beginner and advanced artists."
--Library Journal, Starred Review

"If you're thinking about experimenting with watercolor and/or gouache, look no further. Sarah's stunning imagery paired with thorough and extensive direction will bring you back again and again. It's a must-have staple for both beginners, hobbyists, and professional creatives."
--Peggy Dean, best-selling author, illustrator, designer, and founder of The Pigeon Letters

"Sarah has penned (and painted) the complete book of watercolor & gouache for anyone ready to dive into the wonderful world of painting. From mindfulness to technique, this book is not only an introduction to painting but a complete guide to the skilled art of color movement and blending. Sarah's botanical imagery is captivating and her descriptive instructions dance across the page as fluidly as her art. What a wonderful way to spend a season immersed in watercolor, what an incredibly inspiring how-to book."
--The Crafter's Box

About the Author

Sarah Simon is the designer, artist illustrator, and author of TheMintGardener. Based in Seattle, Washington, Sarah creates and teaches lush watercolors inspired by the colors and textures in her urban garden.