watercolour the natural world

Tim Pond
Paperback | 144 pages
Publication date 30 Aug 2022

Watercolour the Natural World is a comprehensive guide to painting nature. Critically acclaimed wildlife painter Tim Pond takes the reader on a journey to discover pristine frozen wilderness areas,coniferous forests and dense tropical rainforests. Each section is packed with tips, techniques and concepts that can speed up the reader's progress in learning to paint mountains, forests, waterscapes, plants and animals. It applies the lessons to every subject and includes suggested activities as well as working from a photograph. This step-by-step guide is suitable for all abilities, whether entirely new to watercolour painting or an experienced professional. Drawing methods are taught to help the reader conceive the fundamentals of form. The book then explores color theory and the best watercolour combinations to capture the brilliance of nature, from green leaves and the patterns of animal coats to the bright plumes of exotic birds. Key foundation techniques are fully explained, as well as specific techniques, such as using a dry brush to create the impression of fur.

AUTHOR: Tim Pond's career spans three decades of working in various media and for various clients, including books, magazines, newspapers, and film. Passionate about the natural world and education, Tim has attracted worldwide critical acclaim for his artwork of animals, landscape and plants. His artwork has taken him worldwide, from working as the expedition artist with Raleigh International in Alaska to sketching leaves in Mexico's tropical forest.