{"title":"Lorene Edwards Forkner","description":"\u003cp\u003eLorene Edwards Forkner’s work invites readers into the vibrant world where art and nature intersect. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eColor In and Out of the Garden\u003c\/em\u003e, offer insightful guidance on capturing the beauty of gardens and natural landscapes through watercolor painting, making them essential for artists and gardeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on practical techniques and creative inspiration, Forkner’s titles blend artistic practice with a deep appreciation for the natural world. These works are perfect for anyone looking to explore painting as a means of connecting with the colours and forms of the outdoors.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"color-in-and-out-of-the-garden-watercolor-practices-for-painters-gardeners-and-nature-lovers-by-lorene-edwards-forkner-9781419758768","title":"Color In and Out of the Garden: Watercolor Practices for Painters, Gardeners, and Nature Lovers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love flowers and the rich colours of the garden, \u003cem\u003e\u003ci\u003eColor In and Out of the Garden\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is for you. Artist and garden expert Lorene Edwards Forkner shares her simple watercolour techniques for capturing every lovely hue in a miniature artwork. Along the way, she also offers practical advice on topics from painting (no matter your skill level) to gardening mindfully to celebrating life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightfully useful and addictively readable little book may just inspire you to begin keeping a garden journal of your own, so you can record favourite plants with just a few simple brushstrokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArranged by colour, each chapter helps readers sharpen their powers of observation and capture nature's lovely palette. Plant profiles and personal reflections mingle with creative prompts for making a simple watercolour that helps focus one's attention. Both a mindfulness exercise for seeing garden colours and an easy guide to reproducing them on the page, Forkner guides you through the spectrum with her own watercolours while offering inspiration and a delightful garden respite from everyday stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430317736172,"sku":"9781419758768","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781419758768.jpg?v=1774766615"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lorene-edwards-forkner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}