A book that speaks to the reader like a friend! Reading this was as enjoyable as it was instructive. Solomon invites color enthusiasts of all levels to dive in, learning or relearning the basics followed by more advanced color theory. The author is able to keep her energetic and endearing tone while presenting material in an easy-to-understand format. As a 20-year veteran art teacher, I plan on purchasing this for my next color theory class.

I used to be drawn to placid earth tones, but as I’ve become more sure of my unique style, I find bright hues magnetic, hence my request to review A FIELD GUIDE TO COLOR by one of my fave publishers, Roost Books.

And gee whiz, does this color Bible make me happy, with prompts and ideas for using hues creatively and confidently. You will learn color theory, explore preferences, play with color mixing (fun!), and create a personalized color wheel. I can’t wait to do all the exercises and believe it will spark creativity beyond the painting page. 5 of 5 of the Most Colorful Stars!

Pub Date 27 Aug 2019

Thanks to the author, Roost Books and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.

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This is a practical guide to watercolor painting. Concise and complete, A Field Guide to Color introduces you to different mediums and materials and encourages the reader to explore their personal style using these mediums. This book gives you all you need to know on getting started and rules to remember. Illustrations and diagrams are easy to follow and remember. Very inspiring.

Many thanks to Lisa Solomon, NetGalley, and the publisher for an ARC of this book.

This is a good book for a beginning artist as well as an advanced artist. The value for a more experienced painter is that the exercises encourage moving beyond your comfort zone. They are playful and fun but instructive. I believe this would be a good book for an artist who is experiencing a block in creativity. The exercises encourage explorations and can stimulate creativity

This is an incredibly fun, very interactive color exploration guide. It doesn't matter where you fall on the spectrum of experience with paint, it'll still be helpful. Even for the non-painters, this is a lovely book that explores just how varied and nuanced colors can be! If nothing else, it gives you something to paint on those days you're drawing blanks. Never hurts to get back to the basics!

I went into this book with only a very basic knowledge of warercolour painting, I have done this a lot when I was younger and recently decided to pick it up again because it is awesome combined with handlettering. And for me, this book was perfect. It also will be very much for more experienced painters, because it offers so much insights, but as a beginner, this is absolutely gold! Well, all colors including gold. I learned so much, by simply doing the excercises! The author teaches you how to make the most use of your paints by just painting, and some basic color teachings, but mostly you need to experience it - and that method works amazingly! Honestly, you can only learn this by doing it, and the book has many examples, and it’s even encouraged to make the excercises inside the book (which I totally wanted to do but alas, an e-copy is not water resistant). Can really recommend this different approach to learning about (water)colour and actually get what you want.

This book lead me through an incredible journey into the world of color. I am a hobbyist, who has been creating for ages, and I have to say this journal helped me improve my skills. I loved each and every colorful prompt that got me creating and learning new ways to use my colored mediums and materials.
The prompts were so enjoyable, that I plan on doing them all over again. I look forward to creating and naming new colors, and improving my techniques. Lisa Solomon did not disappoint with this book.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Solomon takes us into the beginning world of watercolors by explaining color theory. She has designed and left spaces to ‘practice’ the lessons and experiment with watercolor paints.
The explanations are quite simple and are directed at an audience that has very little painting experience. . The photos are colorful and lively, adding to the appeal of this book. Artists just beginning, might want to add this book to their shelf as a color reference.

I am SO glad to be able to say how beautiful this book is. I always worry that a book on colour won't utilise its topic within the layout but this book really doesn't disappoint.
Beginning with explaining terms that are commonly used when talking about colour, the author expertly guides us through the world of colour through words, images and exercises. Whilst this book is written from a watercolour perspective of colour, the same principles could be used an applied to your chosen medium (whether paint, paper, fabric or something else entirely). A truly beautiful book.

This book is a breath of fresh air! The author has done a fabulous job of presenting colour theory in a fun. cheery, lighthearted way which encourages the reader to have a go at the practical exercises without worrying about how good or perfect their results are. Child-like play to learn really useful theory. I love this approach, but it is usually missing from these colour theory reference books! I highly recommend this book!
Thanks to NetGalley for the review copy. The opinions expressed are my own.

Lisa Solomon! WOW!! This is the best Watercolor book I have ever read! <b><i>A delight to my eyes! Such beauty and inspiration! </b></i>I loved the fact that the exercises are focused on Color charts and Abstract watercolor art! Only I know how much I love Abstract Art!! I have been studying watercolor for more than a year now and this book surprised me so much. Sincerely recommended to Art students and hobbyists. Thank you Netgalley for my ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Not much new here. All painting books talk about color. This didn't add anything to the mix. I would not recommend this book.

A fun and approachable look at the use of color in watercolor painting. I am ordering this for our library with only one hesitation: there are practice exercises throughout the book, and I am sure that someone will paint them in directly on our copy. But hopefully it will get some good use before then (or people will be smart enough to make copies of the exercise pages first)!

I have never been a great artist, but this book makes me want to go out and shop for supplies so I can start painting!

Beautifully illustrated (of course!) and laid out in a way that is appealing for beginners and advanced artists alike. It was so interesting learning about the different aspects of color - the science behind it all.

Lovely and funny workbook for colour maniacs. The basics of color theory, color wheels, complementary colors, color schemes, simultaneous contrast, etc. Very simple exercises that step by step make you familiarize with the subject. Unique feature: the color meditations that make you think about the principles connecting them to everyday life. Licence to play with color without fear.

An invitation and inspiration to paint.

A lovely instruction book on how to use watercolours - starts with the basics of matching colours and moves on to lots of techniques. It goes on to show you which techniques to use when you want to paint leaves, flowers, insects, food and letters.
This book offers techniques with a modern style on watercolor. There are easy to follow lessons, simple exercises and projects to follow at your own pace.

It has inspired me to paint.

I received an advanced digital copy of this book from Netgalley.com and the publisher, Roost Books.

Pure and simple, Ms. Solomon has written an excellent color theory workbook for the experienced and novice watercolorist. The theories learned in this book can easily be applied to any other media with color. Relationships are taught and worked through, leading the reader to create new colors and palettes.

Painters can go beyond what they think of watercolors, the soft washed painting and create bright, vibrant colors to express themselves!

5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommended.

Lisa Solomon's color workbook is an excellent reference for the watercolorist. It explains the color wheel, differences between monochrome and full color, and how to manipulate shade and hue. The explanations are divided by  exercises which emphasize each lesson. Due to be released in August 2019 at $27.95 from Roost Books, it is a good book for the serious watercolor student.

However, the book's blurb is a bit misleading:

Play with paint, get creative with color, and discover your personal palette--a joyful, interactive workbook for creativity, self-expression, and deepening your understanding of how color works.

Color is one of the most profound ways we have to express ourselves. In this lively workbook for artists, graphic designers, hobbyists, and creators of all types, you will journal your way through fresh and enriching ways to develop a more personal connection to color in your art and life. Using watercolors, gouache, or any other water-based medium, dive into color theory and explore your personal style while playing with a balanced blend of experiments and color meditations. Discover a personal color wheel while exploring tints and shades. Experiment with color mixing while you make as many of one color as you can - and then name them all (honeydew green, avocado green, mint ice cream...). Through playful prompts and inspiring examples, and with lots of room for painting, this book will guide you to a new or expanded relationship with color and deepen your understanding of what color can do for you.

This book does not do this as well as other books out there. If advertised solely as a book to help watercolor or water-based medium artists, I think it is worth the price. But for most people the watery hues will not, in my opinion, meet the expectations it sets out.

Further, I have only seen a digital edition of this book. I caution readers to check out the type of paper it is printed on. If it is traditional paper, the workbook exercises will be difficult to do. If it is printed on watercolor acceptable paper, then it will be worth every penny of the price.

This book makes colour theory fun. Bursting with creative projects, wonderful illustrations and creative ideas. It makes you really want to grab your paint box and start experimenting. You are encouraging to think of your own colour combinations and to meditate. Brilliant, and great fun.

What a fun book! I can't wait until it is out! I am really excited to purchase a copy for myself as well as one for my library. I especially loved the watercolor meditations. Such a fun idea. Also learned a lot. Thatnks for allowing me to preview this title.