How Long to Read Botanical Illustration

How Long Does it Take to Read Botanical Illustration?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 54 minutes to read Botanical Illustration by Leigh Ann Gale

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Botanical Illustration - the complete guide explains the processes and methods behind this beautiful art genre. It highlights the importance of the requisite skills of close observation, accurate drawing and attention to detail. Leigh Ann Gale is a leading botanical artist and tutor, and she generously demonstrates her approach in this book. Her worked example of fuchsia magellanica clearly shows the varied stages of an illustration. Along with step-by-step instructions to a range of subjects, this book is beautifully illustrated with over 350 images, diagrams and paintings of her and her students' work. This book is a source of inspiration as well as a definitive guide, and the contents include: introduction to botany and a comprehensive botanical glossary; a case study demonstrating each stage of a worked example, including the selection and preparation of a subject, observational drawings, composition skills and painting processes; step-by-step instruction covering many subjects, from creating shine on leaves and berries, to painting white flowers and depicting hairs on leaves and stems; a guide to colour theory and how to mix colours accurately to match your specimens and make the most of your watercolour palette; and ideas on how to continue, and develop your own style of botanical illustration. This book will be of great interest to all botanical artists, natural history artists, watercolourists, gardeners and natural historians and is lavishly illustrated with 391 colour images.

How long is Botanical Illustration?

Botanical Illustration by Leigh Ann Gale is 465 pages long, and a total of 118,575 words.

This makes it 157% the length of the average book. It also has 145% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Botanical Illustration Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 47 minutes to read Botanical Illustration aloud.

What Reading Level is Botanical Illustration?

Botanical Illustration is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy Botanical Illustration?

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