How To Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers

Learn to paint 6 beautiful see-through flowers in watercolour.

Learn how to create delicate, see-through flowers in watercolour with the help of immensely popular artist, pattern designer and YouTuber, Olga Koelsch.

In her debut book, Olga gently guides beginners and experienced artists alike through the process of painting flowers, combining the accuracy of botanical illustration with the expression and freedom of modern watercolour. 

Beginning with a concise introduction to the key things you''ll need to get started, as well as Olga''s most-used watercolour methods, straight away you can start to paint 6 different stunning plant projects – magnolia, eucalyptus, bellflower, rose, peony and iris. Every project has clear photography and step-by-step instructions, as well as an outline at the back of the book that can be traced, if you need a little help when beginning your painting. 

If you need inspiration for what to do with your finished artwork, Olga has shared a stunning collection of her own examples that showcase the flowers beautifully – from cards and wall art to fabrics that would make a beautiful robe for a loved one.

Whether you''re looking to start painting flowers with a nod to botanical illustration, or to learn how to create beautiful flowers to adorn personal items, you''ll be struck by the timeless and unique artwork that fills How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers.

Introduction

Getting started
Paint and equipment, Watercolour paper, Colour and mixes, Working with references, Watercolour techniques

FLOWERS
Eucalyptus, Magnolia, Bellflower, Rose, Peony, Iris

Taking it further

Outlines

Index

From botany to mindful brushstrokes: introducing Olga Koelsch''s unique watercolour flowers guide.

Artist and pattern designer Olga Koelsch unlocks the serene world of watercolour painting with her new book, How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers. This guide offers a unique approach to watercolour painting, focusing on the delicate beauty of see-through flowers.

Olga combines the precision of botanical illustration with the fluidity and expressiveness of modern watercolour techniques. Readers will learn how to reveal the inner anatomy of flowers through gradually applying transparent layers of watercolour. Olga''s methods are meditative, encouraging artists to slow down and adopt a mindful approach to creativity. The book is designed for beginners and seasoned artists, providing a gentle step-by-step guide through the process of painting six stunning plant projects: magnolia, eucalyptus, bellflower, rose, peony, and iris.

Beyond the brushwork, How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers offers guidance on practical applications for these techniques. Olga showcases a stunning collection of her own artworks, demonstrating how painted flowers can be transformed into beautiful cards, wall art, and even fabric designs.

Olga is a self-taught watercolour artist, pattern designer and botanical illustrator. She originally pursued an art career with botanical illustration, after working in marketing for several years, but then craved for more expression and freedom in painting. She began to blend her knowledge in botany with modern watercolour techniques, creating stunning transparent flower bouquets that have now become her signature work.

When she''s not creating individual paintings, Olga is painting patterns for paper and fabrics, or sharing watercolour tips and advice on her YouTube channel.

Olga lives in Bergen, Norway, with her husband and two sons.

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