Watercolor Artist, December 2012

You’ll love this issue of Watercolor Artist if:

• You want to hear about how watercolor artists are involved in their communities
• You love learning new tips and tricks for painting in watercolor
• You love hearing from the expert artists and editors at Watercolor Artist

Get this exciting issue of Watercolor Artist delivered right to you door! The December 2012 issue of this trusted watercolor painting magazine includes interesting interviews with watercolor artists and step-by-step watercolor painting tutorials that will boost your own painting skills. Learn about painting still life, portraits and landscapes straight from artists and our experienced staff.

Each issue of Watercolor Artist is dedicated solely to the exciting and dynamic watercolor medium. Within the pages of this top watercolor painting magazine you can be sure to find trusted watercolor painting techniques and instruction, the latest in the watercolor painting community and so much more.

Highlights in the December 2012 issue of Watercolor Artist include:

• 10 Artists You Should Know
• Landscapes That Go With the Flow
• Ways to Paint With Triads
• An Inspired Approach to Line Work

Features
Ones to Watch
By Jessica Canterbury
Mastery of technique and basic art principles are a given in the paintings of this year’s Ones to Watch. What makes their work stand out is the emotional quality.

Soft Focus
By Sarah A. Strickley
Putting paint on and lifting it off again, Chizuru Morii Kaplan builds texture and rich architectural detail layer by layer.

Sleight of Hand
By Ken Gofton
British artist Chris Myers makes watercolor magic with just a few colors, some inexpensive brushes and a sheet of hot-pressed paper.

The Art of Letting Go
By Michelle Taute
Ron Bigony embraces the spontaneous qualities of watercolor, keeping just enough control to capture the essence of his subject.

Watercolor Essentials
By June Rollins
Painting with just three colors can help create a sense of harmony and unity in your work. Follow along as this popular watercolor instructor shows you two fun ways to paint with red, yellow and blue.

Columns
Making a Splash
By Jessica Canterbury
Beatrix Potter’s piggies fetch an impressive sum at auction, and the National Gallery of Art acquires a never-before-seen watercolor by Thomas Moran.

Studio Staples
By Birgit O’connor
Looking to liven up your work with more vibrant color? Shin Han Premium Watercolors may be just the ticket.

Meet the Masters
By Ashley Capps
Find out how a twist of fate led Sam Francis to painting and a lifelong study of color and light.

Creativity Workshop
By DeAnn L. Prosia
Paint main shapes first, then define details and forms with colored pencil for a faster, looser approach.