Painting guides

April 28, 2021 / Diann Zimmerman

Recommended watercolor books.

Detailed step-by-step instructions, most include outlines which is convenient.

Watercolour Techniques and Tutorials for the Complete Beginner

by Paul Clark

I painted both of these by following the step-by-step instructions in the book. Very easy to follow! I have always loved Paul Clark’s video tutorials, and also love his book!

New York in Watercolor

by Geoff Kersey

My painting of the Statue of Liberty that I painted using New York in Watercolor by Geoff Kersey.

The Complete Watercolor Course

Edited by Richard Taylor

Love, love, love this book! So many step-by-step paintings! The background is done with many layers: Pyrole Red, Napthol Red, and some Daniel Smith Moonglow for the shading.