{"product_id":"contemporary-flowers-in-mixed-media-9781849946148","title":"Contemporary Flowers in Mixed Media","description":"\u003cb\u003eAn exciting new approach to flower painting with step-by-step demonstrations for creating contemporary flower portraits and landscapes that are truly unique.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis is more than a 'how-to' on flower painting. It is a guide encouraging artists to explore new and exciting ways to create flower paintings bursting with individuality and moving towards a contemporary and impressionist style. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMixed-media artist Soraya French, well known for her gloriously vibrant flower paintings, shares the secrets of her work, with expert advice on all aspects of this endlessly rewarding subject. The book covers: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColours, shapes, patterns and textures\u003c\/b\u003e particular to various flowers through the seasons, from fresh green foliage in the spring to rich red and gold hues in the autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to incorporate flowers in both \u003cb\u003estill life\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003elandscape paintings\u003c\/b\u003e, pictured in woodlands, seascapes, meadows and hedgerows as well as vases.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to assemble the\u003cb\u003e perfect palette for flower painting\u003c\/b\u003e and how to mix vibrant secondary colours, subtle tints and natural greens.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe huge range of \u003cb\u003epainting materials\u003c\/b\u003e available today, from traditional watercolour to vividly coloured wax pastels to innovative textural mediums such as crackle paste and glass bead gel.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe secrets of good composition\u003c\/b\u003e and how to lead the eye around a painting, giving a sense of rhythm and movement while maintaining unity and harmony.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePacked with exciting new ideas and illustrated with stunning examples of Soraya's own work, this book will take your flower painting to a new level and help you find your unique visual voice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoraya French is a successful contemporary artist with an international reputation. She tutors occasional mixed-media workshops at her studio in Hampshire and overseas, and is the author of several acclaimed art books. Soraya is currently the president of the Society of Women Artists.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Batsford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51998082695442,"sku":"9781849946148","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e1af24bf-a59e-43c7-abef-1a0a238aa318.jpg?v=1770138010","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/contemporary-flowers-in-mixed-media-9781849946148","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}