Blockley, John  (, 1931-) <br/><br/>
Country landscapes in watercolor 
/ by John Blockley 
 - New York  : Watson-Guptill Publications  , 1982 
 - 144 p.  : illus.  ; 29 cm. 
<br/><br/> Includes index 
<br/><br/> Topics discussed include how to: Create rough and fine textures, convey warm and cool light; paint soil, snow, mountain slopes, trees, cottages, skies, and distance; describe scenes realistically and as abstractions; handle architectural detail and close-ups of farm objects; harmonize and balance contrasting shapes, patterns, and textures; express summer, winter and spring sunlight and bright, shimmering light; and direct and eye to the center of interest through values, line, and pattern.Topics discussed include how to: Create rough and fine textures, convey warm and cool light; paint soil, snow, mountain slopes, trees, cottages, skies, and distance; describe scenes realistically and as abstractions; handle architectural detail and close-ups of farm objects; harmonize and balance contrasting shapes, patterns, and textures; express summer, winter and spring sunlight and bright, shimmering light; and direct and eye to the center of interest through values, line, and pattern. 
<br/><br/><br/>English 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>0823016161 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Watercolor painting<br/>Landscaping
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>ND2240  / .B6 1982 
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>751.422 BLO