Description

International watercolorist Jean Haines SWA is well known for her passion for working in her favorite medium, watercolor. Having lived and travelled in many countries this popular artist has had the opportunity to develop her skills, creating incredible paintings whilst under the influence of masters from many countries including Asia, the Middle East and Europe.

World of Watercolour – Step into Jean Haines distinctive, exciting world of watercolor with this, the ultimate guide to her influences, style and work. Jean’s loose, expressive paintings are filled with color and personality, and embrace a range of subjects that include flowers, animals, people and places–all influenced by the countries and cities she’s lived in and the people she’s met during her life.

This beautiful book contains easy-to-follow and inspiring introductory sections such as An Artists Treasure Chest and The Color Gym, offering practical guidance and in-depth exercises in an innovative and accessible way. The numerous examples of Jeans work will inspire and encourage novices as well as experienced artists.

After the introductory sections, the book shows you how to put the skills you’ve learned into practice with gorgeous step-by-step projects packed full of expert tips and advice. It encourages you to move forward and develop your own style of working. Like her painting, Jean’s writing is filled with passion and enthusiasm, transporting the reader through a world of watercolor that will not fail to excite and inspire.