num_pages: 144
description: • Twelve classic design motifs makecomposition simple• Six variations on a design theme for eachmotif, plus ten artist examples in stylesfrom realistic to abstract• Great for beginners, illuminating for prosComposition is one of the great puzzles of watercolor painting. Watercolor by Design solves that puzzle! Author Marianne Brown shows artists how to create innovative paintings using twelve classic design motifs, grouped by cruciform, horizontal bar, and vertical bar; checkerboard, asymmetric, and staggered grids; radial, cantilever, and pyramid; and frame in frame, allover pattern, and floating shapes. The properties and impact of each motif are explained, then reinforced with six variations on a design theme for each motif, followed by at least ten creative examples by different artists working in different styles from realism to abstract to illustrate the possibilities. Packed with ideas and information, Watercolor by Design lets both new and experienced artists make composition work for them.
language: English
title: Watercolor by Design: Classic Designs to Inspire New Creative Directions
titlecomplete: Watercolor by Design: Classic Designs to Inspire New Creative Directions
genres: Art
ratings_count: 6
publisher: Watson-Guptill