Colour for Botanical Artists and Illustrators

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This beautiful book explores the world of colour in the plant kingdom and introduces the artist to effective practical methods of using colour in botanical painting. It focusses on the relevance of making accurate observations of colour in botanical specimens and recognising the value and importance of using colour theory to achieve successful results. With over 500 images, this elaborately-illustrated guide uses the author's finished artwork, diagrams, and step-by-step tutorials to explain the important role of colour in this compelling genre. This book is a must for all aspiring botanical artists, illustrators and students. AUTHOR: Leigh Ann Gale is an award-winning botanical artist, who also teaches and advises on the subject. Her work is held in numerous private collections and features in several prestigious collections worldwide. Her first book Botanical Illustration - the complete guide is also published by The Crowood Press. 540 colour illustrations

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This is one of the most thorough guides I have seen. It has a depth that makes it both invaluable and, I believe, unique. Providing a deep knowledge and understanding, this is essential reading for any serious flower painter. -- Henry Malt - The Artist reviewer * The Artist *
Leigh Anns style is clear and packed with knowledge - it is evident that her teaching experience has informed the tutorials and examples that she has chosen to include. I would recommend this for anyone who wishes to improve their underlying and scientific knowledge of colour, and for those who like books with clear tutorials to follow in order to improve their own practice. I like to have a deeper understanding of the materials and techniques I am using, and this book certainly gave me that. -- Elanor Wexler, Association of Botanical Artists * Association of Botanical Artists *

Author Bio

Leigh Ann Gale is an award-winning botanical artist, who also teaches and advises on the subject. Her work is held in numerous private collections and features in several prestigious collections worldwide. Her first book Botanical Illustration - the complete guide is also published by The Crowood Press.