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Just Draw Botanicals - by Helen Birch (Paperback)

Just Draw Botanicals - by  Helen Birch (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>Petite in size but packed with inspiration, <i>Just Draw Botanicals</i> presents 90 beautiful, contemporary botanical artworks in a range of media and styles.</b> <p/><b>Each spread includes a stunning work of art paired with a discussion</b> of the artist's approach to creating it, including the techniques employed. At the bottom of the page, find tips on the tools, materials and methods used to make the piece. <p/> A <b>hyper-realistic</b> blackberry, a watercolour <b>sketch</b> of a bunch of mint in a glass, a <b>detailed</b> scratchboard study of three pussy willow twigs, a tribal-style <b>pattern</b> inspired by different leaf shapes, an <b>abstract</b> image-transfer print of a milkweed plant... the techniques and subjects covered are diverse. With these and more artworks - created in a variety of media, including watercolour, coloured pencils, oil, pen and ink, mixed media and pencil - explore: <ul><li>Shape, form and light</li><li>Harmonious colours</li><li>Contrasting elements</li><li>Fine detail</li><li>Capturing movement</li><li>Cropped compositions</li><li>Using negative space</li><li>Anatomical accuracy</li></ul><b>A visual index</b> is included at the front of the book so you can easily skip to a style or colour palette that interests you. At the back of the book, find an <b>overview of materials</b> and tips for using them; a list of <b>further resources</b>, including books and websites; and <b>two additional indexes</b>, one by artist name and the other by subject. <p/> Whether you are an artist looking for <b>fresh ideas for creating botanical art</b> or <b>simply enjoy looking at nature-inspired images</b>, this portable volume is a rich resource.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Helen Birch</b> is an art tutor and blogger and has been an art lecturer at several institutions across the UK. She is the author of the highly popular drawdrawdraw blog. Her books include <i>Freehand: Sketching Tips and Tricks</i>, <i>Just Add Watercolour </i>and <i>Drawn From Life</i>.</p>

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