Painting Spectacular Light Effects in Watercolor

by Paul Jackson

From soft, atmospheric effects to powerful images, this guide provides artists with the insight and instruction they need to illuminate their paintings with the magic of light. Utilizing 7 complete painting demonstrations, artists will learn how light behaves, where and how to find the best light, and how to use the personality of light to express the feeling and character of a subject. In-depth guidance features specific instruction for capturing light effects on glass, metal, water, landscapes and architecture-and also offers methods for experimenting with candlelight, shadows and more.

Genres: Art, Reference, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published March 1, 2000

About the author

Paul Jackson, is an award-winning American watercolor painter who is well known for his large scale works.
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Reviews

[Dyah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buku ini membahas teknik melukis efek cahaya dengan cat air. Setelah membahas teknik dasar di bab pertama, bab-bab berikutnya membahas tentang berbagai karakteristik cahaya dan pencahayaan : Elements of Light, Qualities of Light. Bab-bab berikutnya berisi workshop melukis still life, suasana, arsitektural, dengan fokus pencahayaannya. Workshopnya diterangkan langkah demi langkah yang jelas untuk diikuti. Workshop terdiri dari : Light and Glass; and Metal; and Water; and the Landscape; and Architecture; Candlelight; Light at Night.

Hasilnya...betul-betul spektakular...*terkagum-kagum sama lukisan2 arsitekturalnya"

[Roberto · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although this book provides a brief intro to watercolor painting, such as preparation, supplies, techniques, as well as basic elements of light and art; this is not a beginners book. The techniques are explained concisely, again, assuming the reader has a previous understanding of the media. The painting’s instructions serve as a window into the artist’s general process, not a step by step instructions. It’s a great book with good insight and beautiful paintings as examples.

[Elisa Wilson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really handy guide on painting intense light and contrasts in watercolor. I've only done one exercise so far, which can be seen on my Facebook site, but I intend to do more, and look forward to applying what I've learned to my own work.