This stunning book follows the rhythm of nature through time.
Botanical Watercolors through the Seasons begins with a detailed introduction to Sandrine's ethical materials and tools, her workspace, and an exploration of the fundamental techniques used in botanical watercolor painting. Sandrine explains color theory in relation to botanical subjects, as well as color gradients and the secret to creating realistic shadows without resorting to unnatural "grays".
The four main chapters focus on a specific season and include techniques for painting its plants: for example, paper bulbs in spring and jeweled fruits in winter, along with examples of the author's stunning botanical work. Each chapter includes three step-by-step tutorials: the first for relative beginners, the second for artists at an intermediate level, and the third for more experienced artists. The subjects range from the bold daffodils of spring, the delicate sweet begonias in summer, to the fantastic ginkgo biloba leaves of autumn, and concluding with a striking pear composition to close the winter chapter.
With a foreword by Tom Brown, Head Gardener at the West Dean College of Arts and Conservation: "Sandrine's botanical knowledge is what sets her apart, [...] through her [guidance] we can learn to celebrate and record the natural rhythms of the green spaces around us." Readers can work through the book season-by-season or focus on the plants they know and love.
All the recommended materials used in the book are ethically sourced: the paper comes from sustainable sources, the brushes are cruelty-free, and the paints are vegan. Pages: 176, Dimensions: 21.6x21.6cm.
