Watercolor in Nature: Paint Woodland Wildlife and Botanicals with 20 Beginner-Friendly Projects [9781645674146]

Overview

Bring the magic of the natural world to the page through dazzling works of art.

Nature illustrator Rosalie Haizlett has hiked through countless forests with her sketchbook and watercolors, documenting the plants, animals and landscapes that she encounters. She has also taught tens of thousands of students to paint and appreciate nature’s beauty through her popular online classes and in-person workshops.

In this book, Rosalie provides step-by-step instruction on how to paint 20 realistic insects, fungi, birds, botanicals and mammals in her vibrant wet- on-dry watercolor style. Pick up the skills you need to become a better observer in the outdoors, take your own reference photos and paint a wide variety of subjects so that you can continue to draw inspiration from nature long after you finish the projects in this book. You’ll also learn some fun nature facts along the way!

Pick up your brush and begin the adventure with projects like:

- Fiddlehead Ferns
- Daisy
- Imperial Moth
- Moose Antler
- Leaf Sprig
- Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly
- Cottontail Rabbit
- Wild Blueberries

Whether you’re a total beginner or ready to take your skills to the next level, Rosalie is here to walk you through every step of the process.