Painting Floral Botanicals Author:Michelle Temares Botanical prints are one of the most popular elements in home décor. This book teaches readers how to achieve the unique look of these paintings, using easy-to-find acrylic paints that can be thinned with water to give a layered, translucent watercolor effect. — The simple painting techniques are carefully explained, including how to prepa... more »re the surface and transfer the pattern. Temares then leads into eight step-by-step projects with a variety of floral subjects, including wildflowers, flowering herbs, bulb flowers, garden flowers and other favorite botanical subjects. Readers will also learn how to accurately render flowers, leaves and stems; paint borders and add an antiqued look; and mat and frame finished artwork. Materials lists, color charts and patterns accompany every project.
Includes detailed patterns to copy
Clear, colorful step-by-steps show readers how to complete 8 projects with over 28 different flowers and herbs