Bley Hack

Definitely a book that is friendly for beginners, specially for those who can't wait to dive into projects and create finished pieces with just the right amount of theory. I love that the cover is actually a clear example of what kind of flowers you are going to be painting with this book.

If you want to try those modern loose watercolor florals that are so trendy right now, this is a good start. It doesn't go too deep into theory but still very informative for beginners and a pleasure to look at. Like most art books from Quarto Publishing, the design is gorgeous. White background with pastel watercolor elements decorate each page and seriously, it gets you inspired even before you arrive to the project section.

A good match for budding artists who also love crafting. Some of the projects include: creating bouquets, pattern designs, monograms, collage and even a floral picture frame. I read this book as an eARC and this is my honest opinion.

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Colorways: Watercolor Flowers: Tips, techniques, and step-by-step lessons for learning to paint whimsical artwork in vibrant watercolor by Bley Hack is a book I requested from NetGalley and the review is voluntary.
This is a very instructive and delightful book about watercolor painting, mostly flowers in a nice loose form. There are many step by step instructions with lots of pictures throughout this book. The book shows different flowers but also a bird and bugs. How to not only use the colorful palette but use of one color to make a painting properly. I love the loose style! There is also suggestions on how to use the art for cards, picture frames, and more! Lovely book!… (más)

Colorways: Watercolor Flowers
Tips, techniques, and step-by-step lessons for learning to paint whimsical artwork in vibrant watercolor
by Bley Hack

Non-threatening beginner book for aspiring watercolor artists. This book includes an introduction, information on tools and materials required, basic color theory, where to find inspiration and step by step projects that include making frames for photographs, painting then making collages with watercolor flowers, framing words with flowers and how to do so and other fun ideas. The flowers are free-form and not botanical style at all but fun and easy and a great way to begin painting flowers in watercolor. I have a few ideas from the book that I will use this year as I get back into watercolor painting again.

Thank you to Quarto Publishing Group – Walter Foster for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4-5 Stars… (más)