Funky Florals: A Bend-the-Rules Approach to Making Bright, Bold & Beautiful Flower Art with Watercolor, Acrylics, Markers & More

A bend-the-rules approach to making bright, bold, and beautiful floral art! Join acclaimed artist, established author, and popular art instructor Megan Wells as she teaches you how to unlock your creative confidence and make expressive floral art using a wide variety of art materials. Through 12 captivating projects, youll go on a colorful mixed-media adventure where youll learn how to make art using watercolor, markers, acrylic paint, and more. The book begins with introductory basics on color theory and hand lettering as well as simple drawing lessons for flowers and leaves that will give you a solid basis from which to start playing and imagining. Then, the 12 projects start simply and grow in complexity as the book progresses. Follow along with Megans expert step-by-step instructions to learn the rulesand then how to bend them!to create unique, layered, funky pages full of gorgeous floral art. Youll learn how to freestyle doodle with markers, utilize negative space, create monochromatic compositions, design creative backgrounds, use stencils and textures, collage different elements, and so much more. This book also takes the time to delve into the creative mindset, helping you nourish your imagination, let go of perfection, and use floral shapes to cultivate an artistic style that is uniquely YOU. Youll learn to embrace an expressive, spontaneous way of creating that is both invigorating and therapeutic. So, whether youre an aspiring or seasoned creative, pick up this book to learn how to make a flourishing garden of creativity! 12 Inspiring Mixed-Media Projects: Every project in the book teaches a new technique, material, or both, so by the end, youll have a diverse artistic toolkit with which to express your creativity. 10+ Drawing Lessons: Learn to draw your favorite flowersincluding daisies, poppies, dahlias, peonies, and morewith the authors detailed instructions. Easy Basics for Beginners: This book is perfect for beginners (and experienced painters!) because it provides a solid overview of tools, materials, and basic techniques, allowing you to achieve whatever youre inspired to create. Deluxe Format: Filled to the brim with over 300 inspiring full-color photographs, this stunning hardcover book will inform and inspire your creative mixed-media journey with every page. Expert Tips, Tricks, and Encouragement: Youll benefit from the authors years of experience as she teaches you her tried-and-true tips for developing your own unique style, letting go of fear, using various art mediums, and embracing your artistic self.