WATERCOLOR BOOKS BY AMANDA CLARKE-PETERSON
Welcome to Mandakyns — where artistry meets education. Explore the current and upcoming books designed to support watercolor artists of all levels, from curious beginners to confident creators. These guides combine practical knowledge, honest product insight, and immersive multimedia to help you develop your skills with clarity and confidence.
Here you’ll find watercolor resources designed to guide and inspire artists at every level. Whether you’re just picking up a brush or refining your advanced techniques, these books will support your creative growth through clear instruction, product insight, and multimedia integration.
COMPREHENSIVE WATERCOLOR – THE INTERACTIVE GUIDE
📘 Publication Date: May 1, 2025
This groundbreaking book is more than just pages — it’s a full learning experience.
Comprehensive Watercolor combines written instruction, visual breakdowns, and over 200 embedded videos to create an interactive guide for learning watercolor in a clear, engaging, and beginner-friendly way.
WHAT’S INSIDE
- Foundational knowledge about materials, techniques, and color theory
- Skill-building exercises and modular presentations
- Real-time video demonstrations of over 100 techniques
- A step-by-step system for building your confidence and creative voice
Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining your technique, this book gives you the tools to grow as an artist — one layer at a time.
THE ULTIMATE WATERCOLOR PRODUCT GUIDE
📘 FREE Downloadable Watercolor Book
Confused by all the watercolor supplies out there?
The Ultimate Watercolor Product Guide simplifies your search by curating and reviewing a wide range of watercolor tools — from brushes and paints to paper and palettes.
This FREE E-book helps you:
- Understand what different products do and how they perform
- Make informed decisions based on budget, quality, and goals
- Avoid wasteful spending and build a personalized, effective toolkit
It’s not just a list — it’s a curated guide with real-world insight. Created for Artists by an Artist.
UPCOMING TITLES & WORKS
THE WATERCOLOR TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
📘 Projected Publication: 2025
Frustrated with backwashes, muddiness, or paper issues?
The Watercolor Troubleshooting Guide is your quick-reference companion for solving common watercolor problems.
What you’ll learn:
- Why issues like cauliflower blooms or faded colors happen
- How to fix or prevent common watercolor mistakes
- Tips to avoid overworking and preserve paper integrity
This Guide is designed to help you troubleshoot quickly, so you can keep creating with confidence — even when things don’t go as planned.
BEYOND WATERCOLOR – AN ADVANCED INTERACTIVE GUIDE
📘 Projected Publication: TBD
Ready to take your watercolor practice to the next level?
Beyond Watercolor is the follow-up to Comprehensive Watercolor – An Interactive Guide for Learning to Paint with Watercolor, designed for artists who want to go deeper, experiment boldly, and integrate watercolor into a broader mixed media practice.
This immersive, multimedia resource explores:
- Creative mixed media combinations and techniques
- How to make your own watercolor paints using pigments and mica
- Handmade watercolor paper and surface prep
- DIY sketchbooks, journals, and custom bookbinding
- Functional and alternative applications of watercolor in your art practice
- Troubleshooting for overworking, paper handling, and more
Perfect for the curious and the committed, Beyond Watercolor is your companion for experimentation, craftsmanship, and creative evolution. With hands-on instruction and interactive elements, this guide goes far beyond the basics — and invites you to do the same.
Stay tuned to my Patreon for sneak peeks and early access opportunities!
THE AUTHOR BEHIND THE BOOKS
Amanda Clarke-Peterson is an indie artist, author, educator, and watercolor specialist based in the Carolinas. Through her years of exploration and teaching, she’s created approachable, empowering resources for creatives of all levels.
Amanda’s teaching is rooted in clarity, curiosity, and hands-on experience — and her books are designed to meet artists right where they are. Whether you’re dabbling or diving deep, she’s here to help you make your creative journey smoother, richer, and more fulfilling.
With a passion for demystifying the art of watercolor, Amanda has dedicated her career to creating accessible, engaging resources that inspire creativity. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes clarity, curiosity, and practical application, making her guides invaluable tools for artists seeking to refine their craft.