PAINTING BOOKS & GUIDES

The ultimate guide to watercolour mixes and dilutions, with over 3000 easy recipes. This book is a practical and inspirational manual that shows you a huge range of colour mixes in watercolour. The aim is to encourage you to get to know colours well and be motivated to explore and experiment with colour. Use this book as a handy reference when you want to know how to mix a specific colour, or as a…

Now it’s easier than ever to create amazing art using acrylic paints! Paint pouring is the latest technique to take the art world by storm, and stunning and unique effects can be achieved by simply pouring acrylic paint onto a surface. Discover the qualities of acrylic paint and the variety of mediums, gels, pastes and resins that is available to create a huge range of fascinating effects. There’s…

Painting is one of the most rewarding ways of expressing yourself. It sparks creativity, engages the imagination and relaxes you, reducing stress levels and leaving you feeling mentally clear and calm. Most people assume that the ability to paint is a skill you either have or you don't, so although they would like to paint they lack the confidence to do so. But painting can be readily learned with…

Please note this product is an online exclusive (not stocked in store). Please allow an additional 2-4 working days for this product to be shipped or ready for collection. Etival 300gsm watercolour pads are composed with 6 outlined sheets and 6 blank sheets. By following the included step-by-step tutorial, they are perfect for beginners who want to discover the pleasure of painting with watercolou…

Please note this product is an online exclusive (not stocked in store). Please allow an additional 2-4 working days for this product to be shipped or ready for collection. Etival 300gsm watercolour pads are composed with 6 outlined sheets and 6 blank sheets. By following the included step-by-step tutorial, they are perfect for beginners who want to discover the pleasure of painting with watercolou…

Paint the classic subjects that inspired ancient Chinese masters. This book introduces the venerable art of painting with ink on rice paper using traditional techniques developed over a thousand years ago. It is ideal for a beginner hoping to practice a large variety of techniques and subjects. With this practical guide, you will learn to paint: - Towering landscapes - The elegant Four Gentlemen -…

This book is the culmination of various expeditions made by well-known artist and bestselling author David Bellamy to his beloved Arctic. His descriptions of his travels, written from an artist's point of view, vividly bring to life the challenges he faced when painting outdoors in one of the harshest environments on the planet, and make for an exhilarating and captivating read. Filled with David'…

Renowned watercolourist, David Bellamy, shares his invaluable expertise in this complete reference book for artists, including essential advice on painting still life, flowers and plants, landscapes, buildings, people and coastal scenery. - Packed with information and advice - Seven step-by-step demonstrations - Over 250 step-by-step photographs - Dozens of inspiring paintings

Marjolein Kruijt's deep and abiding love of animals is obvious in this book, which will teach you the technical aspects of drawing domestic and wild animals, such as different breeds of dog and cat, and long and short fur. In addition, it will help you to capture their inner nature.

Create ten captivating little works of art with this unique introduction to acrylic painting. Easy Acrylic Painting is an all-inclusive guide to getting started with acrylic painting for the absolute beginner, brought to you by experienced teacher Jennifer Funnell. This approachable guide to acrylics is designed to empower those wanting to try acrylic painting by building their skills and knowledg…

Many novice artists are intimidated by the prospect of trawling through very technical drawing books, especially given our busy day-to-day lives. Five-Minute Watercolour is a handy companion as you explore your artistic potential by sketching in watercolour – in five minutes you can produce a great painting that you’ll be proud to keep and share. Discover 55 bitesize exercises, written in jargon-f…

A carefully curated collection of subjects, stuff that Marina loves to paint and you will too! In four simple steps, a small selection of colours, and a handful of tried-and-tested watercolour techniques, learn the basics of characterful painting. With 150 projects to choose from, there is plenty here to satisfy every beginner artist.

An invaluable tool for artists, teachers and students, the Gray Scale and Value Finder allows users to identify the value of blacks, whites and colours in all media. Ten swatches, from 10% black to 100% black, are each accompanied by a cut-out shape for value and intensity comparisons. The Finder can also be used as a guide to making colours lighter and darker with varying values of neutral gray.…

Animals are a perennial favourite amongst artists, but many struggle with capturing their form and character in a way that reflects the true spirit of the animal. In this bright, breezy and accessible book, Jo Allsopp’s genuine passion for wildlife is clear. That love is reflected in her art, and her loose, lively and dynamic style is one that many wish to emulate. Including a broad range of anima…

Learn how use oil paints with this clear and simple guide. Accomplished artist and teacher Norman Long explains all the basics and shows you how to master this versatile, vibrant medium so you can produce beautiful paintings full of life and colour. A handy front section covers all the practical stuff, from choosing the right materials to essential techniques. Ten step-by-step tutorials then guide…

Learn to paint 50 vibrant and varied watercolour figures in simple steps, using the loose, expressive style of popular artist Trevor Waugh. Gain confidence in capturing motion, creating character and understanding proportion so that you can bring your watercolour figures to life. The 50 simple watercolour projects capture a range of people, of all ages, in a variety of poses, from dancers and spor…

Learn how to use traditional watercolour techniques to produce beautiful, contemporary paintings that are full of light, colour and life. Packed with inspirational finished paintings and step-by-step projects, this engaging book teaches you how to use watercolours in their purest form, without the addition of any other media, to create art that has a radiancy and luminosity that cannot be achieved…

This complete beginner’s guide to painting flowers in watercolour is ideal if you want to learn to paint but are short on time. Each of the 35 quick and easy exercises takes no more than 30 minutes to complete, and will teach you how to paint flowers of different shapes, colours and families – lilies, orchids and hellebores amongst others – or learn a key technique such as masking out, working wet…

This beginner's course in watercolour contains a series of 33 ocean-themed painting projects, each designed to take 30 minutes or fewer, and structured to build up your skills gradually. Start simple with still water and rippling tides, then move on to creating crashing waves, coastal buildings, boats and sun-bleached sand. Designed for busy hobby artists who want to snatch moments to paint here o…

Your pocket-sized, one-stop guide to contemporary acrylics – inspiration, practical exercises and exciting ideas for acrylic artists. In this innovative, ideas-led mini guide, master artist and best-selling author Hashim Akib showcases the versatility and vibrancy of acrylic painting. Featuring 64 practical exercises and inspiring insights, on a wide range of subjects, from portraiture to the urba…

Take the mystery out of color mixing with this innovative watercolor card deck from award-winning artist and color mixing expert Julie Collins. Simply hold the cards up to the subject you want to paint, select the color you need, then discover exactly how to mix it using the precise paint quantities stated. Stunningly simply, yet brilliantly effective. This innovative, easy-to-use reference tool –…

Unlock your inner artist with this ultimate watercolour guide the perfect bedside companion for all creative people! Renowned art tutor Trudy Friend offers expert advice and handy tips for a wide range of techniques including: developing brushstrokes, Blending colours, adding details, tackling textures, improving dimension. Covering popular themes including landscapes, flowers, animals, and buildi…

The Colour Wheel Company Mixing Guide teaches colour relationships by organizing colours in a circle so you can visualize how they relate to each other. Diameter 23.5 cm.

The 'Pocket Colour Wheel Mixing Guide' teaches colour relationships by organizing colours in a circle so you can visualize how they relate to each other. Measures approximately 14cm in diameter.