Well known for her enthusiasm and passion for art, Jean Haines covers a wide range of subjects in a loose and interpretive style. In the 1990s she studied Chinese Brushwork in Hong Kong, which she now incorporates in her expressive watercolours. Light, colour and sections left to the viewers' imagination play a vital role in her paintings. In 1997 Jean moved to Dubai where she held workshops and courses and participated in many prestigious events at major galleries. Her work soon became collectible and she has since sold many pieces which are now in homes all over the world. Following a short period in both France and Belgium, Jean returned to the UK in 2006, and now regularly exhibits and hosts international watercolour workshops for artists from all over the world. She has won many awards for her outstanding work, most recently the Society for All Artists' Professional Artist of the Year, Experimental and Abstract Award.
May 2015 Jean Haines’ luminous, light infused watercolors are a
looser, freer style of painting influenced by Chinese brushwork.
Try your hand at this style with this accessible book on watercolor
painting. The first part of the book charts her change from
botanical art to landscapes and beyond, and her views on choosing
colors and other art materials. This book does not merely tell you
what you ought to buy but explains why the artist uses these things
and how she does it, making it a very personal look at watercolor
painting. Then follow lessons on brushwork taught through a variety
of short paintings and a “watercolor workout”, a “color gym” with
warm up exercises and more to get you into the mood. These are
described in this way to show how to paint in this style, with lots
of washes and loose, dreamy textures and images. What then follows
is not just a section of isolated projects but an in-depth look at
how Ms Haines approaches each one, complete with steps so you can
have a go too. It is certainly an innovative way of working, often
using unconventional items like string and plastic to get the right
look. Each project however small is packed with useful tips, and
anybody having a try is sure to start looking at watercolors in a
whole new way. This is a very personal and innovative look at
painting which manages to not only convey how the artist does it
but teach it as well.
*Myshelf.com*
Issue 111 Jean Haines is most at home with natural subjects -
animals, birds, flowers and plants, though people, landscapes and
buildings find their way into her work as well. The word
'atmospheric' could have been coined for her style of painting,
which is less representational than impressionistic. Jean has one
of the loosest styles around and she's not one for minute detail,
so the viewer has to be guided to what they're seeing, rather than
shown. It's something that comes with confidence and she is
excellent at showing you how she works and how you can achieve the
same effects. By just hinting at forms and shapes, Jean brings an
incredible sense of presence and movement to her paintings - those
people are too busy going about their daily business to stop and be
painted, that kingfisher is going to fly off that branch in a flash
any second. It's a tour de force of the properties of colour and
water combined and an amazing and captivating ride all the way.
*SAA*
May 2015 In this beautiful inspiring book, Jean Haines takes you on
an exciting journey through her world of water-colour painting. She
provides practical advice and guidance for artists of all abilities
using clearly written text, step-by-step studies and numerous
examples of her work, all delivered with the same passion and her
enthusiasm that characterise her painting and her life.
*Craft Business*
May 2015 Well, this one has a brave title! It takes the gamble that
you known who Jean Haines is, as there's no other clue to the
content,. But then, you probably do. Jean has established a
reputation in the last few years as one of the most charismatic
exponents of loose watercolour. Her ability to convey not just the
look but the feel of a subject with just a few washes and well
chosen colours has gained her many fans. And, in truth, this isn't
a book you can pin down in any other way. This isn't exactly a
how-to manual, although there are plenty of exercises,
demonstrations, hints and tips, but more of a guide to what
waterclour can do if you give its head. It's quite a wild ride a
lot of the time, but also an exhilarating one. This is one of those
books which is hard to describe as it's really something you have
to experience yourself. However, if you're a fan of Jean's work, or
you like the idea of loose watercolours and want to explore further
with a little guidance, this is one for you. There's a sense of
dynamism, presence and movement throughout that's a bit like
walking on a tightrope. As long as you don't think too hard or look
down it will be OK. Jean manages it with aplomb and she'll help you
get there too.
*Paint*
July 2015 Having got all 3 of Jean's books and reviewed Atmospheric
Watercolours I took a different approach with this one, savouring
it (I tried to savour the others too but excitement made me gulp
them down as quickly as possible, not always the best way though
they are books to revisit time and time again!!) taking my time and
enjoying every word, paragraph and chapter. It isn't easy to paint
in a loose way and even harder to teach it and once again Jean does
a truly fabulous job of bringing her style of painting to the
masses!! The illustrations are simply beautiful, full of life and
colour and in fact this book concentrates very much on colour
describing Jean's own perspective and view of how we should be
excited and inspired by all the colours available in today's
market. Music to my ears as I also love colour so am obviously in
very good company!! To see this review and blog in full visit...
http://judithfarnworthart.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/book-review-of-jean-haines-world-of.html
*judithfarnworthart.blogspot.co.uk*
Summer 2015 Following the success of her previous book, Atmospheric
Watercolours, Jean Haines second book brings us her world of
watercolour. In the introduction Jean describes how she wants the
book to read as an adventure 'an incredible exploration of the
world of watercolour'. Rather than simply showing you how to paint
in watercolour step by step (which of course she does do) she
intednds to motiv ate a reaction in you to look around you and
capture that response in the medium of watercolour. Opening
chapters deal with materials - with some demonstrations along the
way, before moving on to colour and texture, building your
confidence then putting it all together to create more complex
work. Detailed step by step demonstrations follow, including
painting a cat, portraits, landscapes and cityscapes. There are
plenty of tips and motivational exercises to keep you inspired on
your journey
*Leisure Painter, The*
August 2015 A book that relies totally on the author's name for a
hint of the content is either brave or supremely sure of itself. In
this case Jean Haines is so well known for her loose atmospheric
watercolours that the risk is worth it. This is a book that knows
exactly what it's about by an artist who is an absolute master of
her medium and technique. Jean explores every corner of water and
of colour. She uses the very loosest of washes, rarely depicts
detail, instead suggesting it subtly and confidently. The viewer is
led towards, what they should see rather than merely shown it. If
you love loose, impressionistic watercolour this is an absolute
treat.
*Artist, The*
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