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Learn how to use watercolor to soothe your soul with this beginner's guide to painting for relaxation. This fresh approach looks first at the process of painting as a means to de-stress and unwind. Many people love the idea of painting but hold themselves back from starting because they are worried about not being good enough or not feeling as though as are creative. In this guide for the absolute beginner, artist and teacher Sharone Stevens shows you that watercolor can be accessible to everyone and that just painting very simple lines, patterns and shapes in calming colors, concentrating on each brush stroke, can have a powerful meditative effect, while at the same time allowing you to create beautiful art you can be proud of. She also encourages you to connect more with the world around you, finding inspiration in your every-day life and discovering the beautiful textures found in nature, from tree trunks to fruit and butterflies!The aim of the techniques and projects in this book is to create art that relaxes both the artist and the viewer of the finished piece. Projects range from simple gift tags, bookmarks, cards and small wall pieces to larger art pieces that you never thought possible ; all done with a focus on relaxation ; which is so important in today's fast-paced, increasingly digital world.Learn how to mix a calming color palette, try simple painting exercises to get into a relaxed flow, and create beautiful artworks that will lift the spirits both during the painting process and beyond, as finished pieces of art.Author Sharone Stevens is an established art teacher and talented artist who is passionate about using art for relaxation and encouraging others to build a regular creative practice. Her gentle lessons and nurturing reassurance will guide even total beginners through the process of making soothing, soulful modern watercolor art.

From a cup of coffee to a panda, this comprehensive directory of 100 step-by-step watercolor projects will teach you how to paint it, in six steps or less!Watercolor painting has never been easier or more fun with this super-accessible guide to painting animals, botanicals, food and drink, and more! With easy-to-follow visual steps, you’ll see how to build up realistic looking pictures from the first washes to the final details.• A value-packed essential resource for artists looking for quick and fun projects.• Designed with relaxation in mind, to help you unwind in the rush of every day life. • Turn your finished projects into cards, gift tags and journal elements or scale them up for wall art.• No drawing skills required - trace or download the outlines and jump straight to painting.• 100 projects to choose from for painting throughout the year, through each season and celebration.• A wealth of inspiration to open your eyes to the abundance of exciting subjects that are all around us.Following the success of her first book, Watercolor for the Soul, Sharone Stevens remains passionate about encouraging you to build a regular, joyful and relaxing watercolor practice by providing you with lots of subject ideas and showing you exactly how to paint it!