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This book is an ideal learning tool for children, parents, teachers and adults who want to learn more about the wondrous variety of plants from around the world. Included with each plant is its genus and family name--like the Physalis and Solanacease, which are the name for the Chinese lantern plant.
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Readers are able to create their own beautiful landscapes after they learn to draw flowers, trees, and plants thanks to this helpful guide. Step-by-step instructions clearly support readers, and colorful illustrations are included to give them an example to follow. This helps young artists build up their confidence, and the supportive tone of the text encourages them every step of the away. In addition, readers are instructed to use their own creativity...
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"This is a botanically based (as opposed to free-form drawing) practical manual on how to paint a vast range of plants in watercolour and other media. Drawing on her experience as a teacher at RHS Rosemoor, Christine Brodie takes a holistic approach to botanical art, covering: botanical terminology; drawing and painting techniques in a wide range of media; dissection and examination of plants; simple experiments that can be performed at home; microscope...
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The ultimate how-to guide to the essential botanical art techniques from the people who know it best, the American Society of Botanical Artists. Helpful tutorials covers watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, vellum, egg tempera, oils, pen and ink, and printmaking. -- adapted from back cover.