Sunday 24 February 2013

The Power Of Water Color Artists

By Celia Hall


The subject of art is so wide and varied that it would take several lifetimes to cover and understand it completely. One aspect of this vast world that is timeless and very popular is water color. Whether you are taking an interest in it because you are looking for a gift, want a new hobby or are interested in the history of it, water color artists are a fascinating topic.

The real value of these pieces is in the expression. Whether they are modern or much older you can see many things with a watercolor painting. They can be social commentary pieces, or even simply an example of how the world has changed in modern times. Many people find that this type of art shows much more emotion than others and also that painting it is a great form of meditation.

In terms of money there are some people who find that they cannot appreciate a particular artist unless they are well known and have a large monetary value attached it the artwork. Unfortunately the monetary value of a piece is not always a good reflection of the level of skill that the artist has. However, art is a very subjective thing, so it is difficult to price an item as each individual will disagree on its worth.

Although there are numerous different types of painting, such as oil and acrylic, watercolors have the wonderful ability of allowing the painter to express honest emotion in a very fluid style. When painted with the emotions in mind a great deal can be transferred to the canvas. This allows an unlimited amount of interpretations to be found in the piece.

No matter how ingenious you are, if you want to twist the traditions of watercolors you need to know the basics of the artform first. This applies to many skills and is the best way to create new things. Learn what paper and brushes to use, how to paint landscapes and portraits. Once you have mastered the skill you can then use your knowledge to make something that has never been seen before.

If you are considering taking this up as a hobby or even a form of trade then there are many avenues that you can take. The choice you make will depend on your individual learning style. Some people find that they learn better from going to a class and interacting with other novice artists. However, some people prefer to learn in the comfort of their own home, from a book or DVD.

There will be many classes in your local area that teach watercolor painting as it is very popular with people of all ages. Choose a class based on the distance it is from you, as mileage is important, and the reviews that the course and teacher have got. Bear in mind the level of experience that the teacher has and the amount of hours you will be expected to put in.

Alternatively, if you feel that mastering the art is not for you, but instead you want to appreciate the work of other water color artists then there are many options for you. There will be many local galleries specializing or featuring watercolor paintings. You can also search online for galleries selling this work for a reasonable price.




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