Forests And Woodlands

Trees can be surprisingly difficult to paint realistically. Complex overlapping shapes, contrasting textures, and masses... (more)

Trees can be surprisingly difficult to paint realistically. Complex overlapping shapes, contrasting textures, and masses of subtle colors are just a few of the challenges presented by painting forests and woodlands. Filled with tips and techniques as well as inspiring watercolor studies and projects, this handy guide will help you capture the beauty of different tree and leaf shapes, seasonal colors, the textures of barks, roots, and mosses, and much more. Convey lush foliage in just a few brush strokes. Make autumn leaves glow in golds and ochres. Add important details to a woodland floor. As you work on perfecting your trees and woodlands, you'll find that your paintings and your confidence will "bloom." (less)