{"title":"Mario Andres Robinson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Mario Andres Robinson collection, a captivating journey through the art and technique of watercolour painting. Mario Andres Robinson, renowned for his distinctive approach to realism in art, shares his wealth of knowledge and passion with both budding and seasoned artists alike. With a focus on meticulous detail and the nuanced play of light and shadow, Robinson’s works are not only visually stunning but also deeply instructive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the books in this collection is \u003cem\u003eLessons in Realistic Watercolor\u003c\/em\u003e, a terrific resource for anyone eager to enhance their skills in this versatile medium. Robinson guides readers through the process of creating lifelike and emotionally resonant pieces, beginning with fundamental techniques and progressing to more advanced concepts. His easy-to-follow instructions combined with insightful tips make the seemingly complex world of watercolour accessible to everyone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're exploring watercolour for the first time or looking to refine your craft, the Mario Andres Robinson collection offers a treasure trove of inspiration and expertise. Dive into this collection to discover how to infuse your artwork with realism and emotional depth, as taught by a master of the craft.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lessons-in-realistic-watercolor-by-mario-andres-robinson-9781580934459","title":"Lessons in Realistic Watercolor","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarget Consumer: Beginner to advanced artists looking to either learn classical realist watercolour techniques or improve upon the skills they already have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tradition of American painters such as Andrew Wyeth, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, and John Singer Sargent, Robinson shows readers how to create beautiful, timeless, classical watercolour paintings through the use of simple, yet sophisticated, techniques every watercolourist needs to know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRobinson's approach to the medium of watercolour is primarily traditional. Many artists find watercolour difficult to control and are often disappointed with the results. The water meanders across the surface of the paper and, given the proper nuance by the artist's brush, it will reluctantly settle. The end result is the bright white of bouncing light contrasted with the liveliness of mysterious shadows. Robinson's method teaches artists to layer colours from light to dark and to focus on the highlighted areas first. Furthermore, his \"live in the moment\" approach embraces watercolour's unpredictability as part of the process, the end result being a painting with intensity, spontaneity, and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the beginner, mid-level, or professional artist, Robinson introduces his unique working method that shifts the focus from the end result to the enjoyment of each stage of the painting process. Readers will learn how to start by stretching the paper to achieve a pristine surface; choose the right materials (brushes, palettes, paints, etc.); do a preliminary drawing; establish the subject's light, middle, and dark values with a tonal underdrawing; create symmetrical features and mass big shapes using intuition to achieve a more natural appearance; work through a monotone wash; explore water manipulation and work wet into wet for colour mixing; finish up with a special drybrush technique; avoid common mistakes; set up an artist's studio; and establish yourself as a pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLessons in Realistic Watercolor\u003c\/em\u003e is an invaluable resource for watercolourists who wish to deepen their understanding and practice of this fluid, unpredictable, and rewarding medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46728799879404,"sku":"9781580934459","price":34.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24222093482750.jpg?v=1755006308"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mario-andres-robinson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}