From Library Journal
Johnson, the author and illustrator of 17 books on art and nature, has updated her popular 1991 volume in the "Sierra Club" series. An inspiration for the naturalist/ artist, this practical, readable work focuses on drawing and sketching as ways of deepening one's relationship with nature. The complexities of color theory are kept to a minimum. Helpful source lists for art suppliers, national art workshops, and the bibliography have been brought up-to- date. This and Wendy Jelbert's Painting Nature's Details (Batsford Ltd., dist. by Trafalgar Square, 1996), which represents the fine arts perspective, should satisfy nearly all patrons. Highly recommended for general collections.Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.


From Book News, Inc.
A lavishly illustrated sketching and watercolor primer. Featuring 280 examples of Johnson's work in color and b&w, this book provides step- by-step instruction and exercises that guide outdoor enthusiasts in approaching nature--in field, forest, or backyard--through the medium of pencil or paintbrush. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.


Book Description
Revised and updated with 280 sketches and paintings, this new edition will appeal to the large market of nature lovers, aspiring artists, botanists, birdwatchers, teachers, hikers and naturalists.


Inside Flap Copy
Revised and updated with 280 sketches and paintings, this new edition will appeal to the large market of nature lovers, aspiring artists, botanists, birdwatchers, teachers, hikers and naturalists.


About the Author
Cathy Johnson has written and illustrated seventeen books on the subjects of art and nature, including How to Draw What You See. A contributing editor to The Artist's Magazine and Country Living, she lives in Excelsior Springs, Missouri

ANNOTATION

This lavishly illustrated sketching and watercolor primer reveals how creating art can enhance any wilderness experience. Featuring simple, step-by-step instructions and 280 examples of the author's own work, Sketching in Nature covers tools and equipment; choosing a subject; understanding color and using a color wheel; depicting clouds and weather patterns; and more. 55 color illustrations. Size D. 240 pp. 12,500 print.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Revised and updated with 280 sketches and paintings, this new edition will appeal to the large market of nature lovers, aspiring artists, botanists, birdwatchers, teachers, hikers and naturalists.

FROM THE CRITICS

Library Journal

Johnson, the author and illustrator of 17 books on art and nature, has updated her popular 1991 volume in the "Sierra Club" series. An inspiration for the naturalist/ artist, this practical, readable work focuses on drawing and sketching as ways of deepening one's relationship with nature. The complexities of color theory are kept to a minimum. Helpful source lists for art suppliers, national art workshops, and the bibliography have been brought up-to- date. This and Wendy Jelbert's Painting Nature's Details (Batsford Ltd., dist. by Trafalgar Square, 1996), which represents the fine arts perspective, should satisfy nearly all patrons. Highly recommended for general collections.

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