Donna Dewberry's Complete Book of One-Stroke Painting

This is the one! The Brushstroke Handbook is your complete reference for mastering more than 50 fabulous strokes. Inside you'll find visual, step-by-step instruction divided into two sections that detail techniques for working with both round and flat brushes in acrylics. The lay-flat spiral binding makes it easy to quickly flip through and find the stroke you want, featuring a range of comma strokes, pressure strokes, fan strokes, teardrop strokes, scroll strokes and much more.

From the very basics of supplies and techniques to more in-depth guidance for creating unique compositions, this guide offers everything you need to build confidence, have fun and paint successfully - whether you're a beginner or a more experienced decorative painter. This comprehensive guide includes:

• Quick-reference photos for finding the right stroke, fast
• Step-by-step stroke instructions that actually build a little painting with every lesson
• Easy-to-follow worksheets for combining strokes to make complete flowers, birds, butterflies, lace, ribbons and more
• 20 fresh and pretty borders painted with round and flat brushes
• Two sections highlighting common mistakes and how to fix them

Add the beauty and elegance of painted flowers to your projects. It's quick and fun with Donna Dewberry's popular one-stroke technique! This easy-to-use reference provides all of the instruction and inspiration you need to successfully paint more than 50 garden flowers and wildflowers in an array of stunning colors.

The quick-start guide to great results!

Oil painting doesn't have to be rocket science, although some books on the subject make it seem that way. Filled with encouraging, easy-to-follow instruction, Oil Painting for the Absolute Beginner is a no-fear, no-experience-required guide to enjoyable painting and happy results. Focusing on the needs of the first-time painter, this book covers everything from selecting brushes and setting up your palette to key principles of color and composition, presented in a way that moves you confidently from first strokes to finished paintings.

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Learn the brushstrokes that will bring your paintings to life!

With Maureen McNaughton as your coach, you can learn how to paint an amazing array of fabulous flowers. She provides start-to-finish instructions and hundreds of step-by-step photos, plus all the information and advice you need to create gorgeous works of art. It's easier than you think!

• Master dozens of beautiful brushstrokes
• Choose the right brushstroke for every stem, leaf and flower petal you paint
• Select materials for the best possible results
• Hold you hand and brush properly
• Create beautiful shading, highlighting and streaking effects with a uniquely simple brush-loading technique
• Correct less-than-perfect strokes without starting over

Beautiful Brushstrokes Step by Step shows you how to paint will skill and precision every time!

You can keep a garden blooming all year 'round! Donna's trademark one-stroke methods will help you quickly and easily create charming murals, borders, and wall treatments. Brighten any room in your house or apartment. With easy-to-follow photos and her step-by-step instructions, Donna shows you how to paint:

• Beautiful borders of roses, hydrangeas or trailing ivy
• Tranquil landscapes framed by faux marble columns
• Lively birdbath scenes
• Stunning metallic or floral wall treatments

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