Combining the most popular medium - watercolour - with the most significant element of the landscape - the sky - this spectacular gallery of paintings will appeal to a variety of readers. It includes: 23 start-to-finish, step-by-step demonstrations showcasing a spectrum of methods for painting emotive and moody skies; An eclectic mix of styles from household name artists; Insight into the way each artist's vision is translated onto the paper, for readers seeking to bring their own vision to light; With chapters from artists in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada, this book provides the credibility and scope every painter seeks in a painting guide.

Take a 30-day art challenge and build watercolor skills while creating 30 gorgeous skies for every time of day and light effect. Art challenges are a popular way for artists at all skill levels to learn about and master a medium and establish a consistent creative practice. Written and illustrated by Zaneena Nabeel, popular Instagram artist and online art instructor also known as Aurora by Z, Bold and Beautiful Watercolor Skies teaches aspiring artists how to master simple techniques to create inspiring images of striking skies through 30 sky projects. Getting to Know Watercolor. Learn about the essential supplies, techniques, and color knowledge through easy exercises that give you the skills you’ll need to create the projects. Bold and Beautiful Skies: 30 Days, 30 Projects. Explore what an art challenge can help you achieve as an artist, then follow the 30 step-by-step tutorials to create a range of stunning, colorful skies and light effects, from a bright blue morning to a fiery red sunset, from a starry night to the aurora borealis. Whether you follow the program to make a painting a day or choose to create your paintings over a longer time frame, Bold and Beautiful Watercolor Skies will teach you how to master basic techniques to create amazing images through the support of a structured approach.

Get Lost in the Splendor of the Land and Skies Discover the joys of creating dazzling watercolor landscapes and scenic skies with this beginner’s guide, from painter and nature-lover Rachael Mae Moyles. Through Rachael’s gentle guidance and expert tips and techniques, you’ll paint your way through 20 showstopping but approachable projects. What’s more, Rachael’s in-depth guide to universal watercolor techniques will have you mastering the fundamentals and will deepen your appreciation of all the hues and variations present in nature. From sunny vistas and foggy horizons all the way to atmospheric mists and stormy clouds, Rachael takes you on a celebratory tour of all the versatile beauties of nature. Projects include gems like Serene Pine Sunset, Winter Morning Sunrise and Milky Way Over the Desert as well as gorgeous, moody scenes like Rainy Morning in the Adirondacks, Stormy Beach Day and Dancing Northern Lights. Wherever you are in your artistic journey, these projects will inspire you daily to look up at the skies and soak up all the vibrant beauty therein.

Capture the Beauty of the Cosmos with Stunning Watercolor Masterpieces From sparkling galaxies and starry night skies to surreal clouds and striking planets, the captivating watercolor paintings in Galaxy Watercolor can help you capture the majesty of celestial bodies and splendor of outer space. Artist extraordinaire Sosha Davis has long found inspiration and creativity in all things cosmic, and now she’s sharing her favorite projects with you. Perfect for both beginners looking to learn the basics of watercolor painting and more experienced artists in search of new subjects, this book breaks down Sosha's dreamy, ethereal paintings with easy-to-follow steps and helpful photos to guide you. One-of-a-kind projects such as Night Sky Shapes and Floral Crescent Moon marry earth and sky with Sosha’s masterful use of color, and paintings like Cosmic Card and Celestial Bookmark let you show off your art in fun craft projects that make perfect gifts! If you’re feeling more meditative, you can try soulful cosmic projects such as Line Art Goddess, Astrology Wheel and Soul Circle Art for whimsical art worthy of being framed. With all the tips and techniques you need to begin your watercolor journey and create eye-catching cosmic art, this collection of out-of-this-world paintings is your new go-to for relaxing, inspirational and outright impressive watercolor art.

The ultimate, accessible, no-nonsense guide to painting watercolor skies There are some areas of watercolor painting that beginners often have trouble with, and one of these is skies. In Stephen’s characteristic style, he approaches the subject in a no-fuss, technique-led way that aims to demystify sky painting so that you, the novice watercolorist will be able to approach it with confidence. Beginning with advice on key tools and materials, how to prepare your palette and achieve the right consistency of paint, Stephen takes you through seven common skies, ordered by difficulty: from simple plain blue skies and white cloudy skies to sunsets and storms. Every sky includes invaluable guidance on how to plan your sky, dozens of handy tips and clear step-by-step instructions and numerous examples. This is an essential book for watercolur artists starting out, as well as the more experienced looking to hone their landscape painting skills.

Learn to paint your cloud art within 14 simple steps and no experience needed! This book shows you exactly step by step how to paint a beautiful cloud. This relax activity will make you feel calm and enhance your outlook through the movement of the brush on paper