How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers

Olga Koelsch is a watercolor artist, book author, and educator based in Bergen, representing Norway in the Nordic Watercolor Society (NAS).She originally pursued an art career with botanical illustration, after working in marketing for several years, but then craved for more expression and freedom in painting. She began to blend her knowledge in botany with modern watercolour techniques, creating stunning transparent flower bouquets that have now become her signature work.As an educator, she has taught students from around the world, sharing her passion for watercolor through her book, YouTube channel and on-line courses.Courses: www.olgakoelschcourses.comInstagram: @olga.koelschYouTube: @olgakoelschWebsite: olgakoelsch.comCreative market: creativemarket.com/olga.koelschEtsy: etsy.com/shop/OlgaKoelschArt

• IntroductionGetting startedPaint and equipment, Watercolour paper, Colour and mixes, Working with references, Watercolour techniquesFLOWERSEucalyptus, Magnolia, Bellflower, Rose, Peony, IrisTaking it furtherOutlinesIndex

From botany to mindful brushstrokes: introducing Olga Koelsch's unique watercolour flowers guide.Artist and pattern designer Olga Koelsch unlocks the serene world of watercolour painting with her new book, How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers. This guide offers a unique approach to watercolour painting, focusing on the delicate beauty of see-through flowers.Olga combines the precision of botanical illustration with the fluidity and expressiveness of modern watercolour techniques. Readers will learn how to reveal the inner anatomy of flowers through gradually applying transparent layers of watercolour. Olga's methods are meditative, encouraging artists to slow down and adopt a mindful approach to creativity. The book is designed for beginners and seasoned artists, providing a gentle step-by-step guide through the process of painting six stunning plant projects: magnolia, eucalyptus, bellflower, rose, peony, and iris.Beyond the brushwork, How to Paint Transparent Watercolour Flowers offers guidance on practical applications for these techniques. Olga showcases a stunning collection of her own artworks, demonstrating how painted flowers can be transformed into beautiful cards, wall art, and even fabric designs.