In this work artist John Lidzey explains how to create mood and atmosphere in watercolours, by looking at the way colour and tone are affected by light at different times of the day and different situations. Lidzey provides a guide to choosing painting materials, and advice and step-by-step instructions on portraying light and shade effectively in still lifes, interiors, landscapes and cityscapes.

Light in Watercolour

by John Lidzey

Published 1 June 1998
This beginner's guide to using light in watercolour is part of a series which offers step-by-step demonstrations, easy-to-follow advice and hints, and tips and techniques from working artists.