Katie Rose Johnston

Paint Play

21 Easy Watercolour Techniques to Explore

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Imprint: LOM ART

Publication date: 22/08/2019

ISBN: 9781910552872

Age: 12+ years

Subject: Non-Fiction

Category: Doodle & Draw

Binding: Paperback

Size: 225 x 225 mm

Extent: 96 pages

Illustration: Full colour

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

Edition Status: Out of Print

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Summary:

Forget everything you think you know about traditional watercolour painting - Paint Play will show you how to experiment with paint, use it spontaneously and have fun, no experience required!

Through a series of 21 simple, achievable activities, artist Katie Rose Johnston demonstrates different ways of mixing colours, experiments with textures using salt and cling film, makes spatter art, animal print patterns and much more. A gorgeous illustration showcases each technique and is accompanied by helpful annotations in a playful, sketchbook-style layout, showing how to practise each technique at home.

Focusing on the process rather than the result, Paint Play is the perfect inspiration for anyone who wants to discover techniques to use in their own paintings or simply be creative, play with paint and have fun.

Reviews:

The intent behind Paint Play is quietly rebellious - art isn't just about 'good' or 'bad

it's a tool of expression, a thing to enjoy. Learn brush, drip, splatter, dab and blow techniques ... all while have that elusive 'f' word - fun.', Papercrafter Magazine

Readable and approachable. A really lovely book and a great introduction to the art of watercolours.

The Gingerbread House

Sales points:

  • Gorgeous illustrations showcase 21 techniques to experiment with

  • Accompanied by helpful annotations in a playful, sketchbook-style format showing how to practise each technique at home, as well as suggesting different ways it can be used

  • Many of the techniques can be applied to other water-soluble paints, such as acrylics

  • No experience required - the perfect book for anyone who wants to discover techniques to use in their own paintings or simply be creative, play with paint and have fun

  • Katie Rose Johnston has taught watercolour workshops in London and Berlin

About the Author:

Katie Rose Johnston

A graduate of the Royal College of Art, Katie Rose Johnston has worked as both an illustrator and creative teacher and has exhibited work in galleries including The V&A, The Royal Academy and Somerset House. She runs creative workshops in painting, illustration, and mindful mark making. Her playful work is inspired by happy, childlike marks, patterns and landscapes. Alongside her editorial and teaching work Katie is a member of illustration collective Day Job Studio. www.katierosejohnston.com @katierosejohnston

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