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Watercolour Animals for the Absolute Beginner (Absolute Beginner Art)

Description:

The quick way to watercolour success is here! If you have ever wanted to learn to paint animals, then this is for you.

Step-by-steps and clearly explained techniques will guide beginners through the methods needed to easily and effectively paint a variety of domestic and wild animals. Matthew expertly demonstrates how to paint realistic eyes, mouths, noses, fur markings and feathers in watercolour, and clearly explains all the techniques needed for the projects, including wet into wet, lifting out, adding shadows and the all-important dry-brush blending.

Full-size, fold-out outline sketches are provided for all projects, allowing you to simply trace the sketches onto watercolour paper and start painting with ease. A clear and comprehensive colour-mixing section is included to allow you to confidently choose and mix the colours you need.

Three starter projects - a simple bird, dolphin and penguin - are the perfect introduction to the basic techniques before moving on to six larger projects, each set in a simple scene: a parrot, cheetah, panda, giraffes, sea turtle and polar bear.

Matthew includes many handy hints and tip for beginners and improving artists alike to fill you with confidence to create your own stunning watercolour animals. 

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Review

This is a book that absolutely lives up to its title. Matthew paints birds, mammals and reptiles in a style that is easy to replicate and he provides fully illustrated instructions that explain every step. You’ll never have trouble again with textures, skin, fur, feathers, eyes or any other detail.

These are not animals that live and breathe on the page. That element of character we so admire in the best animal paintings is missing, but that’s deliberate. This is a book for the beginner and it produces recognisable, realistic results without over-elaboration. Work through this and you’ll be able to replicate what Matthew does and be ready to move on to those books that do include the elusive element of character.

There are nine full demonstrations, as well as preliminary projects that concentrate on specific techniques including wet-in-wet, drybrush and lifting out. It’s nice that all this is done in an actual painting (of an elephant), rather than with abstract marks that have all the excitement of practising scales. Just be sure to pay attention at this stage, though. As an added bonus, traceable outlies are provided, so you’re freed from worrying about getting form and proportion right at this stage.

This is a book that knows exactly what it’s required to do and delivers it with considerable aplomb.

-- Henry Malt ― artbookreview.wordpress.com

From the Back Cover

Best-selling author, artist and teacher, Matthew Palmer, shows you how to paint watercolour animals with confidence.

Matthew guides you through the basics of colour and colour mixing, sketching simple animal shapes, painting shadows, blending, and adding key features and markings to your animal paintings.

Packed full of clearly explained techniques and handy hints for absolute beginners, this book will give you the skills you need to paint your own striking and realistic watercolour animals.

  • 3 simple and 6 extended step-by-step projects, including penguins, giraffes, a sea turtle, parrot and panda
  • Full-size outlines provided for all projects
  • All methods clearly explained with step-by-step images.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

C. · 24 June 2024

Only started watercolour painting two years ago and found Mathew palmer artist on line, what a brilliant book and fantastic products his website has, have purchased a great deal of them. Great new book with pull out traceable sheets to make life a lot easier as I am rubbish at drawing.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book

a. · 2 February 2025

This book is excellent. Very easy to follow and packed with detailed instructions. Lovely pictures with fold out sketches for those who find sketching difficult.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

L.A.P. · 30 January 2025

This is a very easy book to follow. I particularly like the tracings in the middle of the book. Very he!pful.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic step by step guide to watercolour painting

C. · 20 July 2024

The media could not be loaded. From front to back it’s an amazingly detailed step by step guide through numerous different styles and techniques that are easy to follow. With colour guides, mixing guides, tutorials and ready made transfer templates.From highlights to shadowing, strong lines to feathering…. If I can feather as gently as Mathew, then so can you!

5.0 out of 5 stars Its a must

A.C. · 25 June 2024

If you want to learn to paint animals this is the book for you. It’s easy to follow, and has the most fantastic outline drawings for you to copy/trace. The step by step instructions are very clear. I have every book Matthew Palmer has written but this is far the best. Follow instructions and you will produce a beautiful animal painting when you finish. Well done Matthew Palmer I’m looking forward to the next one.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners

L. · 27 June 2024

Fantastic book with great step by step and easy to follow instructions, I was very happy with the painting I achieved. The book contains outlines so that you can transfer the drawing onto your paper which is great if you're not very confident with drawing, this is not my first matthew palmer book and won't be the last

5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent M.Palmer watercolour guide

S. · 27 June 2024

Straight forward instruction to create your own art work utilising predrawn traceable animals . Informative helpful technique description with colourful step by step images . Helps you gain the confidence to take , mix, apply and release the artist that's inside with watercolour . Really usefull buy

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

m. · 23 June 2024

This is a fantastic book. It has all the drawings in it so it helps everyone. You can then follow the step by step instructions to painting the animals. Gradually working my way through the book. Love the Panda even if mine did look a bit grumpy when I had finished. Others said he had character. Would highly recommend this book

Great book

M.J. · 23 March 2025

Nice book with good pictures and instructions.

Great explanations and inspiration.

B.D. · 20 May 2025

Great and challenging instructions for lots of fun drawing and painting.

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Watercolour Animals for the Absolute Beginner (Absolute Beginner Art)

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Watercolour Animals for the Absolute Beginner (Absolute Beginner Art)

Product ID: K1800920504
Condition: New

4.8

Watercolour Animals for the Absolute Beginner (Absolute Beginner Art)-0
Type: Paperback

AED9658

Price includes VAT & Import Duties
Availability: In Stock

Quantity:

|

Order today to get by 7-14 business days

Delivery fee of AED 20. Free for orders above AED 200.

Returns & Warranty policies

Imported From: United Kingdom

At BOLO, we work hard to ensure the products you receive are new, genuine, and sourced from reputable suppliers.

BOLO is not an authorized or official retailer for most brands, nor are we affiliated with manufacturers unless specifically stated on a product page. Instead, we source verified sellers, authorized distributors or directly from the manufacturer.

Each product undergoes thorough inspection and verification at our consolidation and fulfilment centers to ensure it meets our strict authenticity and quality standards before being shipped and delivered to you.

If you ever have concerns regarding the authenticity of a product purchased from us, please contact Bolo Support. We will review your inquiry promptly and, if necessary, provide documentation verifying authenticity or offer a suitable resolution.

Your trust is our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining transparency and integrity in every transaction.

All product information, images, descriptions, and reviews originate from the manufacturer or from trusted sellers overseas. BOLO is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorized retailer for most brands listed on our website unless stated otherwise.

While we strive to display accurate information, variations in packaging, labeling, instructions, or formulation may occasionally occur due to regional differences or supplier updates. For detailed or manufacturer-specific information, please contact the brand directly or reach out to BOLO Support for assistance.

Unless otherwise stated, all prices displayed on the product page include applicable taxes and import duties.

BOLO operates in accordance with the laws and regulations of United Arab Emirates. Any items found to be restricted or prohibited for sale within the UAE will be cancelled prior to shipment. We take proactive measures to ensure that only products permitted for sale in United Arab Emirates are listed on our website.

All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

All orders are processed manually, and we make every effort to process them promptly once confirmed. Products cancelled due to the above reasons will be permanently removed from listings across the website.

Description:

The quick way to watercolour success is here! If you have ever wanted to learn to paint animals, then this is for you.

Step-by-steps and clearly explained techniques will guide beginners through the methods needed to easily and effectively paint a variety of domestic and wild animals. Matthew expertly demonstrates how to paint realistic eyes, mouths, noses, fur markings and feathers in watercolour, and clearly explains all the techniques needed for the projects, including wet into wet, lifting out, adding shadows and the all-important dry-brush blending.

Full-size, fold-out outline sketches are provided for all projects, allowing you to simply trace the sketches onto watercolour paper and start painting with ease. A clear and comprehensive colour-mixing section is included to allow you to confidently choose and mix the colours you need.

Three starter projects - a simple bird, dolphin and penguin - are the perfect introduction to the basic techniques before moving on to six larger projects, each set in a simple scene: a parrot, cheetah, panda, giraffes, sea turtle and polar bear.

Matthew includes many handy hints and tip for beginners and improving artists alike to fill you with confidence to create your own stunning watercolour animals. 

Read more

Review

This is a book that absolutely lives up to its title. Matthew paints birds, mammals and reptiles in a style that is easy to replicate and he provides fully illustrated instructions that explain every step. You’ll never have trouble again with textures, skin, fur, feathers, eyes or any other detail.

These are not animals that live and breathe on the page. That element of character we so admire in the best animal paintings is missing, but that’s deliberate. This is a book for the beginner and it produces recognisable, realistic results without over-elaboration. Work through this and you’ll be able to replicate what Matthew does and be ready to move on to those books that do include the elusive element of character.

There are nine full demonstrations, as well as preliminary projects that concentrate on specific techniques including wet-in-wet, drybrush and lifting out. It’s nice that all this is done in an actual painting (of an elephant), rather than with abstract marks that have all the excitement of practising scales. Just be sure to pay attention at this stage, though. As an added bonus, traceable outlies are provided, so you’re freed from worrying about getting form and proportion right at this stage.

This is a book that knows exactly what it’s required to do and delivers it with considerable aplomb.

-- Henry Malt ― artbookreview.wordpress.com

From the Back Cover

Best-selling author, artist and teacher, Matthew Palmer, shows you how to paint watercolour animals with confidence.

Matthew guides you through the basics of colour and colour mixing, sketching simple animal shapes, painting shadows, blending, and adding key features and markings to your animal paintings.

Packed full of clearly explained techniques and handy hints for absolute beginners, this book will give you the skills you need to paint your own striking and realistic watercolour animals.

  • 3 simple and 6 extended step-by-step projects, including penguins, giraffes, a sea turtle, parrot and panda
  • Full-size outlines provided for all projects
  • All methods clearly explained with step-by-step images.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

C. · 24 June 2024

Only started watercolour painting two years ago and found Mathew palmer artist on line, what a brilliant book and fantastic products his website has, have purchased a great deal of them. Great new book with pull out traceable sheets to make life a lot easier as I am rubbish at drawing.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book

a. · 2 February 2025

This book is excellent. Very easy to follow and packed with detailed instructions. Lovely pictures with fold out sketches for those who find sketching difficult.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

L.A.P. · 30 January 2025

This is a very easy book to follow. I particularly like the tracings in the middle of the book. Very he!pful.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic step by step guide to watercolour painting

C. · 20 July 2024

The media could not be loaded. From front to back it’s an amazingly detailed step by step guide through numerous different styles and techniques that are easy to follow. With colour guides, mixing guides, tutorials and ready made transfer templates.From highlights to shadowing, strong lines to feathering…. If I can feather as gently as Mathew, then so can you!

5.0 out of 5 stars Its a must

A.C. · 25 June 2024

If you want to learn to paint animals this is the book for you. It’s easy to follow, and has the most fantastic outline drawings for you to copy/trace. The step by step instructions are very clear. I have every book Matthew Palmer has written but this is far the best. Follow instructions and you will produce a beautiful animal painting when you finish. Well done Matthew Palmer I’m looking forward to the next one.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for beginners

L. · 27 June 2024

Fantastic book with great step by step and easy to follow instructions, I was very happy with the painting I achieved. The book contains outlines so that you can transfer the drawing onto your paper which is great if you're not very confident with drawing, this is not my first matthew palmer book and won't be the last

5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent M.Palmer watercolour guide

S. · 27 June 2024

Straight forward instruction to create your own art work utilising predrawn traceable animals . Informative helpful technique description with colourful step by step images . Helps you gain the confidence to take , mix, apply and release the artist that's inside with watercolour . Really usefull buy

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book

m. · 23 June 2024

This is a fantastic book. It has all the drawings in it so it helps everyone. You can then follow the step by step instructions to painting the animals. Gradually working my way through the book. Love the Panda even if mine did look a bit grumpy when I had finished. Others said he had character. Would highly recommend this book

Great book

M.J. · 23 March 2025

Nice book with good pictures and instructions.

Great explanations and inspiration.

B.D. · 20 May 2025

Great and challenging instructions for lots of fun drawing and painting.

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