From Library Journal
Dewberry has codified her style of decorative painting into 16 specific strokes, which she teaches here in a clear and easy method. Though the book is not "complete"?it only covers floral painting?it does put the painting of flowers and vines on objects like birdhouses and watering cans within the reach of nearly anyone who can hold a brush. Recommended for any library with a popular decorative arts collection.Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Renowned artist Donna Dewberry's one-stroke technique is perfect for beginners, yet versatile enough that even expert decorative painters can utilize its speed and simplicity.

In this new guide, 12 dazzling, step-by-step projects show artists how to shade, highlight and blend with just one simple stroke. Also included are fundamental techniques for rendering one-stroke petals, leaves, flower centers, vines, grass, ribbons and more.

16 easy-to-master strokes are featured, enabling artists to paint ever design in the book, and once artists complete these projects, they can apply Dewberry's techniques to decorating walls, furniture, frames and more.

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Library Journal