Throughout the ages there has been one medium that has endured in the art world. From the cave paintings to the modern day art world this medium has been largely unchanged. The cave painters would mix pigment from the ground with water, and their modern counterparts still do the same, without having to dig out their own pigments. Welcome to the world of water color artists.
Its one of the most commonly practiced art forms, but very difficult to master. Many will remember sitting at the kitchen table as a youngster with a paint set, a painting book, a brush and a jar of water. That is all the equipment that is required, and it doesn't really change much no matter what level of painting is being carried out.
Possibly this has contributed to the continued popularity. Even the monks as they created the great illustrated manuscripts would make use of that same art form. The old masters from the art world would also be practitioners of the same art form.
The reach in popularity for this style really is worldwide. There are many different styles, such as Asian and European but it is a simple matter to note the differences. It has to be said that it has not always been quite so popular, but today there are full classes everywhere.
The methods of teaching are many and varied, some use CDs and books which removes the need to actually use a teacher. Others try to learn from programs on the Internet. By this means they can study the techniques over and over again until they understand them. It all seems so different to how it used to be.
Even the nobility of Europe dabbled in this way of painting. They gained instruction directly from the painters of the day. Those who were in not such a high position created clubs and experimented between themselves. There were others who preferred their own company, and so ventured into remote areas with their equipment where they too cold experiment with light and color.
The heyday for the medium really started with the English in the eighteenth century. It had grown to be a lot more popular within the British Isles than it had on the European mainland. It can not be said for certain that it was one man alone who caused such a rising of popularity. For many a leading light was a man called Paul Sandby, and he is often acknowledged as a strong candidate for such a title.
For many there are still the aspirations to reach those dizzy heights, although any reason to replicate what see before them in paint is a worthwhile ambition. The medium is not limited solely to the realism which many associate with water color artists. It can also be used to create abstract works amongst others. The limited essential equipment really does create an art form that everyman can attempt and enjoy, and it is all available at such an affordable price.
Its one of the most commonly practiced art forms, but very difficult to master. Many will remember sitting at the kitchen table as a youngster with a paint set, a painting book, a brush and a jar of water. That is all the equipment that is required, and it doesn't really change much no matter what level of painting is being carried out.
Possibly this has contributed to the continued popularity. Even the monks as they created the great illustrated manuscripts would make use of that same art form. The old masters from the art world would also be practitioners of the same art form.
The reach in popularity for this style really is worldwide. There are many different styles, such as Asian and European but it is a simple matter to note the differences. It has to be said that it has not always been quite so popular, but today there are full classes everywhere.
The methods of teaching are many and varied, some use CDs and books which removes the need to actually use a teacher. Others try to learn from programs on the Internet. By this means they can study the techniques over and over again until they understand them. It all seems so different to how it used to be.
Even the nobility of Europe dabbled in this way of painting. They gained instruction directly from the painters of the day. Those who were in not such a high position created clubs and experimented between themselves. There were others who preferred their own company, and so ventured into remote areas with their equipment where they too cold experiment with light and color.
The heyday for the medium really started with the English in the eighteenth century. It had grown to be a lot more popular within the British Isles than it had on the European mainland. It can not be said for certain that it was one man alone who caused such a rising of popularity. For many a leading light was a man called Paul Sandby, and he is often acknowledged as a strong candidate for such a title.
For many there are still the aspirations to reach those dizzy heights, although any reason to replicate what see before them in paint is a worthwhile ambition. The medium is not limited solely to the realism which many associate with water color artists. It can also be used to create abstract works amongst others. The limited essential equipment really does create an art form that everyman can attempt and enjoy, and it is all available at such an affordable price.
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