Watercolor: An Easy Guide to Getting Started in Watercolor (No Experience Required S.) - Softcover

North Light's newest series for beginners proves that anyone with an interest in art can draw or paint - no experience required! Combining North Light touchstones - reliable step-by-step instructions and plentiful illustrations - with a touch of humour, No Experience Required cuts to the core, focusing on simple subjects, simple compositions and a realistic style that builds confidence in beginners. Most importantly, they'll have fun doing it: An open, accessible design and occasional encouraging cartoons ensure that No Experience is a good experience. New watercolourists won't waste any time picking up the basics of composition, colour mixing, technique and other elements to set their own work on the right path. With No Experience Required: Watercolor, aspiring artists will use: An introduction to colour theory, design and composition to develop a solid base of understanding; 28 step-by-step demonstrations, along with 7 skill-building exercises, to quickly internalize techniques and begin painting right away; Materials lists to locate exactly what they need; A glossary of basic art terms; Quick Tip sidebars (giving readers painting pointers), Words to Know sidebars (defining essential art terms), and inspiring finished art round out an irresistible package for beginners who want to have fun while learning new skills!

Carol Cooper has taught watercolour at all levels for more than 20 years and has exhibited regularly over the past decade.