256 pages |Paperback

A fully instructional sketchbook for making contemporary watercolors from professional artist Sasha Prood

Learn to paint gorgeous contemporary art by practicing watercolor technique directly in this instructional sketchbook. Through 100 different experiments, artist Sasha Prood teaches you traditional techniques like wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and flat washes, and also encourages you to play with the paint through colorful ombrs, unique bloom textures, and added elements like salt and sponging. Each experiment is accompanied by Sashas beautifully painted examples and space to practice your skills on the thick pages of the sketchbook. Sasha makes watercolors accessible by setting you up to paint a series of practice swatches before attempting to make final art and she emphasizes experimentation with color and technique so that you can learn to enjoy and embrace all the unique qualities of watercolor.This workbook brings a sense of freedom and fun to watercolor instruction while still covering all the skills you need to get started. Through 100 different experiments, Sasha Prood teaches you traditional techniques like wet-on-dry, wet-on-wet, and flat washes, and also encourages you to play with the paint through colorful ombrs, unique bloom textures, and added elements like salt and sponging. Each experiment is accompanied by beautifully painted examples and space to practice your skills directly in the sketchbook.