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The Art of Botanical Painting

Handbook / Manual Art / Photobook
By: Margaret Stevens(Author)
144 pages, 200 colour illustrations
Publisher: HarperCollins
The Art of Botanical Painting
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  • The Art of Botanical Painting ISBN: 9780008163556 Paperback Nov 2015 In stock
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  • The Art of Botanical Painting ISBN: 9780007169887 Hardback Dec 2004 Out of Print #144137
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This is the definitive instructional guide to the art of botanical illustration, published in association with The Society of Botanical Artists and featuring detailed step-by-step demonstrations by members of the Society. Botanical illustration has been a popular art form for many centuries, with its appealing traditions of detail and beauty. This beautifully illustrated book covers all aspects of the subject and is an essential book for all serious students of botanical painting. The Art of Botanical Painting includes useful information about materials, basic plant anatomy, flower and leaf shapes, and then explores the techniques for drawing and coloured pencil work, as well as painting with watercolour and gouache. Subjects include exotic and common plants, flowers, fruit and vegetables, as well as flowers in the garden. Packed with step-by-step demonstrations and stunning illustrations, this is an inspiring, practical guide, as well as a visual treat.

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Margaret Stevens is President of The Society of Botanical Artists, which was founded in 1985 to bring together artists of repute in this field. Members include winners of prestigious awards, including the Royal Horticultural Society's Gold and Silver-Gilt medals, and their work is held in collections worldwide. Margaret has written and co-ordinated two Collins books and is an expert and teacher of the subject.

Handbook / Manual Art / Photobook
By: Margaret Stevens(Author)
144 pages, 200 colour illustrations
Publisher: HarperCollins
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