Light and Color in the Watercolor Landscapes

Essential Principles and Techniques

Vladislav Yelisyev

Description

Discover the secrets to capturing depth, atmosphere and emotion in your watercolour landscapes. Vladislav Yeliseyev shares his proven techniques for harnessing light and shadow, creating luminous colours and refining compositions to enhance realism and impact.

With step-by-step guidance, detailed demonstrations, and QR codes linking to exclusive video tutorials, this book provides a deep dive into the fundamental and advanced methods needed to create stunning paintings. Yeliseyev draws on his experience as an architectural illustrator and fine artist to teach:

  • How to compose compelling landscapes using focal points, balance and perspective
  • Techniques for layering washes to build depth and vibrant colour harmony
  • The role of values in creating striking, realistic lighting effects
  • How to capture reflections, shadows and atmospheric conditions in both plein air and studio settings
  • Essential watercolour techniques, including wet-on-wet blending, dry-brush detailing and edge control

Details

  • Format
    Paperback
  • Pages
    160
  • Size
    280 x 215mm
  • Publisher
    Rockport Press
  • ISBN
    9780760399255
Stock Code
260127
Our Price
$44.99
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