Celebrating the boats and coastal scenery that have long inspired artists, this book explains many aspects of painting the coast, from creeks and tidal rivers to bustling beach scenes, boats, and harbors--all with a strong emphasis on capturing light, mood, and atmosphere. Using watercolor, oil, and pastel, it looks in detail at the painting process and encourages both novice and experienced artists alike to venture forth to capture the drama and beauty of the coast and sea. Select topics covered in the guide include step-by-step demonstrations; exploring the importance of light and how to create harmony, tone, and color; emphasizing drawing, sketching, and plein-air painting; and instruction on painting water and skies, as well as coastal scenes.

Over the centuries, landscape painting has attracted countless artists. Its diversity, enhanced by the weather, special lighting conditions and seasonal change, offers the painter an infinite variety of subject matter. Oils are an extremely versatile and immediate medium, enabling artists to express themselves in a variety of creative ways. They are relatively easy to use, suitable for both the beginner and the more experienced painter.

For both beginners and more experienced artists, a guide to the full scope of pastel use with particular emphasis on capturing light, color, and texture With sections on painting landscapes, coastal scenery, interiors, still life, figures, and portraits, this practical book guides artists through the full possibilities of painting in pastels. Pastels are an extremely versatile and immediate medium, and these characteristics can lead to bold, exciting, and impromptu paintings. However, their responsive, flexible nature can also be used to create subtle, gentle color with little or no texture. With step-by-step instructions in a wide range of subject matter, this guide will be inspiring and invaluable for beginners and experienced artists.