Comprehensive Watercolor – An Interactive Guide for Learning to Paint with Watercolor is more than just a book—it’s your personal watercolor instructor. Inside, you’ll explore over 55 hands-on techniques ranging from foundational washes and brush handling to advanced methods like glazing, negative painting, lifting, and texture creation. Each method is explained with clear instructions and accompanied by short QR-code-linked video demonstrations to bring the process to life.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your skills, these modular lessons will give you a solid grasp of the how and why behind every brushstroke.
Comprehensive Watercolor isn’t just for personal practice—it’s also designed as a watercolor book for libraries and classrooms that teach art.
GREAT FOR INSTITUTIONS
Why it works for institutions:
- ✅ Modular lessons align with visual learning standards
- ✅ Includes access to over 200 QR-linked video demos
- ✅ Print-friendly templates can be reused by students
- ✅ Accessible explanations make it suitable for all ages
Educators can integrate lessons into their curriculum, while libraries can offer patrons a book that doesn’t just inspire—it teaches.
Want your local library to carry it? Here’s how:
✍️ How to Request Comprehensive Watercolor at Your Local Library (In-Person)
- Download & Print the Request Form
- Click the button to download the “Suggest a Title” form.
- Save the form to your device
- Print the form
- Fill in the Book Details
- Title: Comprehensive Watercolor
- Author: Amanda Clarke-Peterson
- ISBN: 979-8-218-66588-3
- Publisher: Makyn Press
- Why It’s Needed: Add a sentence or two about how the book would benefit your local art community, classes, or creative learners.
- Visit Your Local Library
Take the completed form with you to your nearest public or state library branch. - Speak to a Librarian at the Front Desk
Politely ask to submit a “suggest a title” or acquisition request. If you’re unsure, ask the librarian to point you in the right direction—they’re usually happy to help! - Optional – Ask to Speak with the Acquisitions Librarian
If you’d like to make a stronger case, ask if you can speak with the staff member in charge of selecting new titles. Share how Comprehensive Watercolor supports creative education and includes over 200 linked video lessons. - Follow Up (Optional)
If you don’t hear back after a few weeks, it’s perfectly okay to check in and ask whether the title was approved for ordering.
🌐 How to Request Comprehensive Watercolor from Your Library (Online)
- Visit Your Library’s Website
Go to the official website of your local or state library system. - Find the “Suggest a Title” or “Request a Purchase” Page
This section may be called:- “Suggest a Title”
- “Purchase Suggestion”
- “Request a Book”
- Or something similar—try the search bar if you’re unsure.
- Fill in the Required Book Details
Use the following information when completing the request form:- Title: Comprehensive Watercolor
- Author: Amanda Clarke-Peterson
- ISBN: 979-8-218-66588-3
- Publisher: Makyn Press
- Format: Paperback
- Publication Date: April 29, 2025
- Explain Why the Book Is Valuable to Your Community
Write a short note about how this interactive guide supports creative learning.
Example: “This book is perfect for artists and students learning watercolor. It includes over 275 pages of hands-on instruction and 200+ video tutorials. A great addition for community enrichment, art classrooms, and creative programming.” - Submit the Form
Click submit and you’re done! Some libraries may email you when they’ve reviewed the suggestion. - Optional – Share the Link
Consider encouraging others in your area to submit the same request. Libraries often prioritize books with multiple community recommendations.
Together, we can help make watercolor learning more accessible—one shelf at a time.