Botanical Painting with the Society of Botanical Artists: Comprehensive Techniques, Step-By-Steps and Gallery (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781849944526)

An illustrated, comprehensive guide to botanical painting written by the Society of Botanical Artists.

In this new book the Society of Botanical Artists provides a comprehensive guide to the different styles and methods of botanical painting, harvesting the talent of both Members and Distance Learning Diploma Course students around the world, past and present. Botanical Painting features techniques and materials for all levels and demonstrates how these skills can be used to develop your own expertise.

There are chapters on drawing with graphite and metal point, coloured pencil, body and watercolour in plant portraiture and illustration as well as 'The Mixed Bunch'. The inclusion of the historic methods used for egg tempera and metal point, as well as the technique required for working on vellum, makes this a valuable source of advice on subjects not readily available elsewhere. An inspirational gallery of paintings at the end of the book provides a guided walk around an SBA exhibition.

The book is beautifully illustrated throughout, with comprehensive critiques on the artworks and step-by-step demonstrations. It will be an invaluable and inspirational addition to the library of the more experienced botanical painter.

Author: Margaret Stevens
ISBN-10: 1849944520
ISBN-13: 9781849944526
Publisher: Batsford
Language: English
Published: 08/02/2018
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.00lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.90w x 0.80d