02222cam a2200373 i 4500 950923710 TxAuBib 20230829120000.0 230713|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u jb2023029921 9781782219705 paperback 1782219706 paperback (OCoLC)1336889711 TxAuBib rda Betteridge, Jane,. Painting abstract nature on canvas : a guide to creating vibrant art with watercolour and mixed media / Jane Betteridge. Tunbridge Wells, Kent : Search Press, 2023. ©0. 128 pages : color illustrations ; 28 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier sti rdacontent rdamedia rdacarrier Includes index. Introduction 6 -- Getting started 8 -- First steps into abstraction 18 -- Texture 44 -- Color 51 -- Swirling Tide at Porthmeor 58 -- Deeper into abstraction 72 -- Magical honesty 92 -- Shape and line 104 -- Flowers and fruit 116 -- Afterword 126 -- Index 128. This exciting new title from best-selling author and artist Jane Betteridge explores how to create stunning abstract watercolor and mixed media art on canvas. The book contains short practical projects along with a comprehensive techniques section, three step-by-step projects, and is dotted throughout with Jane's sumptuous and inspirational finished artworks. The book encourages an experimental, semi-abstract approach to painting the natural landscape, and helps artists to loosen up. Activities that promote creativity, such as art, are seen as great ways to combat the stresses of modern life, and Jane's latest book will do just that. She provides expert guidance and exciting ideas that will allow anyone, whether beginner or experienced artist, to create amazing semi-abstract artwork. 20230829. Nature in art. Watercolor painting Technique. Painting, Abstract. Mixed media (Art.)