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Its refreshing to see a book advocating using photographs - too often we're told never paint from a photographA". I used to wonder why but having seen works by people that do I wonder if its because the temptation - especially by beginner artists - is to paint everything exactly as it is rather than selecting the best part and moving or leaving out other elements? Anyway - this book says do it and if like me you've a digi camera and therefore hundreds of beautiful flower photos on your pc its good to be able to use some of them. The beauty of painting flowers from photos is that they don't change, the tulips haven't turned and swayed towards the light when you return to them next day, the petal edges of a fragile short-lived poppy haven't curled over and withered and the crocus hasn't gone from just opened to full blown daisy petal effect within a couple of hours in the warmth. (That one I have had happen!) I want to add here a word about copyright - don't browse the web for a likely looking photo or painting and use other people's work without requesting permission from them, its illegal and most will be more than happy to allow you if you ask. Not only is it courteous to request permission but it avoids you unwittingly breaking copyright legislation. The book begins with some helpful information of editing and cropping pictures, and how the eyeA" of the camera sees the subject - not always as we see it - shadows may lose detail and colours are often different shades and tones to the original flower. Robin advices taking photos from different angles and then making preliminary sketches before beginning your painting. I recall a watercolour tutor once telling the class I attended that we needed to look, look and look again at out subject (shells that day) and draw from every conceivable angle in order to feelA" them. I think this is what Robin means when she advises sketches - to get the best possible feel and position before you start painting. There's helpful info on colour mixing and my particular bete noire - Values, where she shows us several methods of interpreting value. I need to work on this so its a section I'll pay close attention to. In the techniques section she shows us many different ways of applying paint to give lots of different end effects. There are lots of different projects in the main body of the book, from single flowers, to floral still life and outdoor flowers, each taken from real paintings by many different artists giving a range of styles. These aren't step by step in the usual manner but depend on the artist having the knowledge of basic techniques and each flower project gives full list of colours and techniques used along with a few basic instructions. If you've mastered basic techniques and want to be more adventurous in your painting than following traditional step by step books this is the bridge to give you confidence to go on to using your own photographs.JeannieZelos.com
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Practice flower painting at your leisure, without having to worry about seasonal availability, changing light, or your subject altering in appearance as buds open or fade. This is a beautiful collection of 60 superb flower images by professional nature photographers. Each photograph is accompanied by a step-by-step painting demonstration, with advice on special techniques and working methods, palette choices, and colour-mixing tips. Capture the magic of wild flowers in fields and forests, portray intricate single specimens with botanical accuracy, or paint elaborate, exotic floral arrangements. All techniques are clearly explained, from laying washes to methods of salt granulation and wax resist, with advice on bringing detail and vitality to your flower paintings.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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If you love painting flowers this book is a must. Many professional artists will tell you never to paint from photographs - it was discouraged on the art course I attended. Yet at some time, most artists, on days when it is impractical to be in the field, will use photographs. Robin stresses that the photograph is only a guide. She shows how to edit your photos. This book has a very good techniques section. The sixty flowers are gorgeous, I just want to paint them all. Portrait and landscape paintings are included. For each painting you see the original photo, how it has been adapted into a subject for painting, the colours needed and five steps to create the finished painting. You will also find that you can use your own photos with confidence after reading this book. This book has given me the courage to attempt paintings of my own flower photographs of which I have thousands. This is a wonderful book for inspiration - the flowers subjects chosen are varied and sumptuous with wide appeal. The paintings are by different artists. All the favourites are here such as Magnolia, Camellia, Protea, Tulips, Roses, Meconopsis and so many more. This review first appeared on Karen Platt's book review website.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Excellent book for those artists who love flowers but are unable to paint them in situ. the photos are wonderfully taken with appropriate light sources. The step by step demonstrations give you an example on how to paint them or you can work directly from the photos. I would not recommend this book to a complete beginner. a little experience in colour mixing and watercolour techniques would ensure you get the best from this book. some of the photos are very complex which will be good challenges. lots of flowers that are regularly painted like poppies, but lots of others. completely inspirational already painted 3 pictures.
Arrived promptly and packaged well. great value for money.
Arrived promptly and packaged well. great value for money.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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I only received this book a couple of days ago and I can't stop looking through it. The photography is amazing and the finished paintings a very good too.
I haven't yet attempted any painting but the write up at the beginning and the instructions on each page are very helpful. I've done a couple of sketches and will transfer these ready to start painting as soon as I possibly can - can't wait.
I haven't yet attempted any painting but the write up at the beginning and the instructions on each page are very helpful. I've done a couple of sketches and will transfer these ready to start painting as soon as I possibly can - can't wait.
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