Big Brush Watercolor by Ron Branson

Big Brush Watercolor by Ron Ranson - How to Use the Japanese Hake Brush to Make Clear, Bold Statements in Watercolor

Master the art of bold and expressive watercolor painting with Big Brush Watercolor by Ron Ranson. In this comprehensive guide, Ranson introduces watercolor artists to the Japanese hake brush—a powerful tool that allows for simplicity, boldness, and clear, impactful strokes in your artwork. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced painter, this book demonstrates how to achieve striking results by embracing the hake brush and Ranson's fast-and-loose technique.

Key Features:

• Master the Hake Brush: Learn how to use the Japanese hake brush, which covers large areas with minimal strokes, creating depth and boldness in your watercolor paintings.
• Simplified Watercolor Technique: Ron Ranson's method focuses on simplifying your subject, using fewer strokes to make a dramatic statement. The approach reduces over-detailing and promotes a more expressive style.
• Step-by-Step Instructions: Follow along with Ranson’s clear, easy-to-understand instructions on painting skies, water, trees, flowers, and more using just seven colors and three brushes (the hake brush being the primary tool).
• Visual Breakdown of Techniques: The book includes step-by-step illustrations and photographs, breaking down Ranson’s method into digestible steps so that you can learn to create stunning landscapes with ease.
• Inspiring Finished Works: View a collection of Ranson's finished watercolor paintings that showcase the beauty and power of this minimalist approach. Each landscape serves as inspiration for artists wanting to loosen their style and achieve a more fluid and dynamic result.

Why You'll Love This Book:

With its focus on simplification, Big Brush Watercolor provides artists with the tools to embrace a new, fresh approach to watercolor painting. The use of the Japanese hake brush encourages artists to paint boldly, focusing on the essence of the scene and creating more impactful and memorable artworks. Whether you’re looking to improve your technique or experiment with new methods, this book will guide you in making clear, bold statements in watercolor with confidence.