<b>Dive into a world of boundless artistic creativity with <i>Expressive Painting in Mixed Media</i>.</b><br />Unleash your inner artist and discover the secrets to crafting stunning, expressive masterpieces that combine the vibrancy of colors and textures. Whether you are a novice or an experienced artist, this book is for you.<br />Discover the power of various drawing and painting mediums to transform your canvas into a playground for your imagination. With expert tips, step-by-step techniques and inspiring projects, this book is your key to unlocking your inner artistic potential.<br /><b>What will you learn in this book?</b><ul> <li>What is expressive art and how is it different from fully realistic art and abstract art?</li> <li>Various mediums used for expressive mixed-media art</li> <li>Composition for expressive art</li> <li>Color theory</li> <li>Creating interesting and harmonious compositions</li> <li>Mixed-media art techniques</li></ul><b>Which mediums are covered in this book?</b><ul> <li>Watercolor and gouache</li> <li>Watercolor pencils</li> <li>Acrylics and oils</li> <li>Pen and ink, brush pens and markers (and coffee!)</li> <li>Soft (dry) pastels and charcoal</li> <li>Acrylic spray paints</li> <li>Colored pencils</li> <li>Digital tools</li> <li>Using stencils</li> <li>Various types of paper and canvas</li></ul><b>The best way to learn any skill is to do it. And that&rsquo;s what you will do with ten step-by-step exercises that will guide you to create your own masterpieces.</b><ul> <li>Doodle your surroundings</li> <li>Painting on colored paper</li> <li>Painting with coffee</li> <li>Watercolor collage painting</li> <li>Painting with ink and alcohol markers</li> <li>Acrylic spray paints and acrylic paints (and stencils)</li> <li>Palette knife painting using oils/acrylics</li> <li>Painting using acrylic spray paints (and newsprint paper)</li> <li>Watercolor and colored pencils</li> <li>Expressive digital painting</li></ul>