Botanical Art Techniques

A Comprehensive Guide

By: American Society of Botanical Artists, Carol Woodin (Editor), Robin A. Jess (Editor)

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Hardcover | 22 September 2020 | Edition Number 1

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416 Pages

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28.5 x 22 x 3

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The ultimate how-to guide to the essential botanical art techniques from the people who know it best, the American Society of Botanical Artists.

Botanical Art Techniques is a beautifully illustrated and comprehensive guide to one of the most delicate art forms. From the experts at the American Society of Botanical Artists, this essential reference features how-to tutorials for all the major techniques: pen and ink, watercolour, coloured pencil, egg tempera, oil, acrylic, gouache, silverpoint, and etching. The tutorials move from basic and introductory to advanced, so the reader can build on their skills as they progress. Additional information includes a detailed overview of the necessary materials, basic information about the principles of composition, and advice on how to develop a personal style. Filled with 900 photographs, Botanical Art Techniques is a must-have for creative people everywhere.

1043 color photographs, 17 illustrations

About the Author

The mission of the American Society of Botanical Artists (ASBA) is to provide a thriving, interactive community dedicated to perpetuating the tradition and contemporary practice of botanical art.

Industry Reviews

"One of the most comprehensive books on botanical illustrations, this also serves as an introduction to a variety of art mediums." --Library Journal, starred review

"A spectacular how-to book.... A rose, in short, can be more than a rose." --Booklist, starred review

"The brand-new standard reference book for botanical art instruction." --Botanical Art Artists

"Staggering in scope... engrossing even for a reader who appreciates botanical art but is not an artist." --The Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries

"This comprehensive work covers the gamut of techniques... clear, numbered illustrations make projects easy to follow and thoughts on composition, scale and using colour will take students from beginner to expert." --The English Garden

"This is a hefty tome that also carries with it a considerable weight of authority... however many other books you have, I think it's fair to say you need this one." --Art Book Review

"The top botanical art compendium--a justifiable claim." --Artists Magazine

"There is much to like in this beautiful guide that covers all the media appropriate to botanical illustration." --The Artist

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