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With a painting style described as realism with soul, Susan Harrison-Tustain casts new light on a favourite subject among watercolourists.'
Hardcover: 128 pages
Publisher: North Light Books; 1st edition (March 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 089134828X
ISBN-13: 978-0891348283
Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 0.7 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #302,478 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #42 in Books > Arts & Photography > Painting > Still Life #317 in Books > Arts & Photography > Painting > Watercolor
I have always wanted to paint, specifically watercolours. I have have participated in classes but never really felt confident enough to move on. I purchased Susan Harrison-Tustain's book and was overwhelmed by the images I found within. Now I am working through the excercises and although previously my attempts were pretty rugged now they are not so rugged. I found the book so inspiring and easy to follow that my confidence has now improved greatly.
When I show a friend Susan's book they can hardly believe it is in watercolor. Her flowers, leaves and backgrounds are exceptionally vivid and robust. There are a few step-by-steps in it but not enough for a beginner. I hope her next book will have more steps to each picture. I feel confident we will see more from her - if she's willing. This has inspired me more than any other watercolor book. And, I liked almost all the pictures in it enough to try myself, which is alot more than I can say for any other watercolor book I've ever found! Enjoy!
From the time I saw the first cover shot in a North Light flyer, I knew I MUST own this book! I have many floral watercolor books, but if I had to give them all up and keep only 1 -- this would be THE book. The breathtaking pictures (thanks to Susan) and the incredible color reproduction (thanks to North Light books) makes this book a feast for the eyes and the soul! The method of instruction that breaks down Susan's artistic process step-by-step make this book one of the most information-packed I've read. Susan is not stingy sharing her techniques-- but pictures this gorgeous are really only about 10% technique and 110% divine inspiration. Keep them coming, Susan! I too would love to see a video come out.
This is not the first time that I have found myself lost in a wonderful book on watercolor painting technique. I love to open the covers and dive into a beneath-the-surface world of this alluring, elusive medium. It's fascinating to see what goes into making a work of art, and to mine little nuggets of "hints." I have to say that this is the most exquisitely done book of its kind that I've seen. The author's writing is so warm and accessible. Her painting style is so expressive and fresh. She succeeds in demystifying an artistic process in a most delightful tone. The paintings are reproduced in vivid, luscious detail. I only wish she would come out with a video so we could see this magic unfold! Thank you, Susan, and please keep painting, writing, and sharing your incredible gifts!!
This book is full of gorgeous watercolor roses and other flowers that look so real you can almost smell them! It is a little challenging for the beginner, so I would recommend this book for the intermediate and above watercolor artist. The author shares a lot of good advise and even shows you how to make dew drops and bumble bees. It's a beautiful book that I keep returning to again and again.
I purchased this book at the urging of my grandmother to try out watercolor. Ms. Harrison-Tustain's introduction touched me and resonated with me. My style is not loose and abstract - and neither is hers. I enjoy the detail that makes a painting come to life. Ms. Harrison-Tustain's book explained how to create the important detail that makes my watercolors stand out from others. I followed up with her DVD's and have found that her method or instruction of watercolor painting is applicable to all types of subjects. This book will change your way of looking at watercolor washes - making your subjects glow - and it will help you understand the why watercolor works like it does!Enoy the journey,Heather
Susan is an excellent artist. Her method of painting is a bit more time consuming but if you don't want to crank out paintings like a production line, this is the way to paint watercolor flowers. They will be worth the extra effort, believe me! My florals have improved dramatically and are worth framing now,so thank you,thank you, Susan. I also have her DVD and the combination book/DVD is wonderful. She isn't afraid to share her many tips and techniques that other artists don't. I have many art books but I rate Susan's a definite 10.
I love this book. The photos are gorgeous and the artist is the greatest. I love her style. I have all her DVDs. I recommend this and all her books to everyone. My goal is to one day paint half as good as she does.
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