Wild Watercolor: Weekly Lessons and Techniques for Stunning Creations (Spiral Bound)

$23.99

Commendation Quotes: "This book is brilliant! Wild Watercolor is a fantastic guide for anyone looking to dive into the world of watercolor painting, whether you're a complete beginner or just brushing up on the basics....

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Commendation Quotes:
"This book is brilliant! Wild Watercolor is a fantastic guide for anyone looking to dive into the world of watercolor painting, whether you're a complete beginner or just brushing up on the basics. Karen has a real talent for breaking down complex techniques into clear, step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow and understand. The process illustrations are priceless--they give you a visual reference at every stage, so you're never left wondering what to do next.
Karen's approachable style and thoughtfully crafted guidance make Wild Watercolor a joy to learn from. This book is an inspiring invitation to confidently explore your creativity."
--Wendy Solganik, aka "Willa Wanders," mixed media and watercolor artist

"A terrific book for anyone interested in watercolor. Karen Elaine takes us through lessons in watercolor while having fun creating beautiful nature-based paintings. Her step-by-step explanations are clear, her illustrations gorgeous, and her introductions to each project are lovely and personal. I'm so inspired to keep painting and developing my skills with this book."
--Elke Lehrman, longtime student and watercolor artist

"This book is simply perfect for someone new to watercolor! I love that it includes progressively more complex projects to encourage growth. Having a regular practice that encourages an energetic 'flow state' is so valuable, and with nature as the inspiration behind the projects, I believe Wild Watercolor offers the perfect excuse for a bit of self-care."
--Tonia Jenny, book editor, designer, publishing coach, course instructor, and Creative Awakenings expressive-arts facilitator

Biographical Note:
Karen Elaine is an artist, author, and teacher passionate about watercolor and paper crafting. Her lifelong mission is to encourage creativity to help people navigate life's joys, complexities, and challenges. Originally from Southern California, she lives and creates in her home studio near Sedona, Arizona. As the founder of Kumomi Studio, a creative consulting and design company, Karen Elaine has taught various online art and crafts classes and has developed creative products for the art materials industry for over three decades. Her innovative product development and generous teaching style have left indelible marks on the industry. A two-time breast cancer survivor, Karen has used her art and creativity for healing, inspiration, and empowerment.

Publisher Marketing:
Grow in creative confidence with weekly watercolor projects that showcase the magic of nature

Enjoy the meditative art of watercolor and unlock your creativity with Wild Watercolor: Weekly Lessons and Techniques for Stunning Creations. With renowned watercolor artist Karen Elaine as your guide, you'll confidently build your watercolor skills through tutorials that teach key techniques and projects that feature the wonders of nature in the author's vibrant signature style. This workbook's week-by-week format will help you establish a regular watercolor practice, incorporating art and relaxation into your life. From delicate butterflies and tulips to foxes, twilight skies, landscapes, and more, get ready to enter the wild world of watercolor!

Wild Watercolor features:

  • Step-by-step illustrations: Follow along with beginner-friendly instructions and tried-and-true techniques--with watercolor visuals at every step
  • 36 nature-inspired projects you can frame, including wild poppies, Sonoran sunsets, songbirds, and water lilies
  • Chapters organized by skill level--beginner, intermediate, and advanced--that will help grow key skills every week, including color mixing and water control, to take your watercolor practice to the next level

Whether you're a beginner to watercolor or a seasoned artist looking to refine your skills, let Wild Watercolor guide you through the magical process of bringing nature to life on paper, one stunning project at a time.