PAINT YOURSELF POSITIVE: COLOURFUL CREATIVE WATERCOLOUR

by Ms Jean Haines

Encaustic art is an ancient art form, nowadays practised by using a hot iron and other tools with molten wax on a non-absorbent surface. Internationally renowned expert, Michael Bossom, explains how to get started, from the tools needed to the basic techniques of smoothing, dabbing, marking and working with the point of the iron, and beyond, to creating simple abstracts, impressive landscapes, fantasy paintings and more. Clear instructions, helpful tips and step by step photographs build the reader's skills, working from simple techniques through to impressive effects with wax. Finally, learn indirect wax transfer methods to produce beautiful, delicate works of art. Perfect for beginners to encaustic art, with plenty to inspire experienced artists to hone their skills and branch out.

Genres: Art, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

Published May 9, 2019

Reviews

[Cathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love color and Jean Haines has another beautiful book emphasizing color and how it can affect your emotions. It is very much like Paint Yourself Calm - but different colors, different mood. I would have liked to see more demonstration of technique than this book offers and that's why I gave it 4 stars instead of the 5 I would normally give to a Jean Haines presentation. There is quite a bit of "self-help" talk here - and less on the painting techniques. That being said it is BEAUTIFUL to look through - grabbing bits of the "positive" thoughts. I've been working through it for a week or so and overall, it DOES lift my spirits just enjoying the pages!! And it did encourage me to invest in some Cad Yellow Deep watercolor! *-))

[Marta · Rating 5 out of 5]

" What we learn from art we can use to improve our lives. Imagine learning.....to put any negative experiences in life behind us by not repeating them. Imagine loving something so much that you know you will enjoy it if you do it again, in life and in art."

Haines' watercolors are gorgeous. The thoughts she shares on color and mind set are so uplifting. I felt like I was walking through an art gallery with a kind mentor.

[Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book by the eyes of a watercolor painter and reader as well!

[John Teske · Rating 5 out of 5]

always delightful, just like her videos

and an unabashed use of color!