Experimental Landscapes In Watercolour With Ann Blockley SWA

Having read previous reviews saying that Anne 'ums' a lot, I would say this is not a problem - this DVD is not a 'how to paint' tutorial, it's for people who already paint who want to move into a more loose and experimental style of working. Anne is getting you to think in new ways, and is speaking thoughtfully from her own experience of exploring the character and behaviour of paint and using other materials to aid loose working. I found this DVD excellent for stimulating my own creativity in new directions. Although it's based around landscape themes, the techniques explored could easily be transferred to any subject material. A lot of painting DVDs are simply one person showing off their own skills, but Anne gives you techniques which you can then work with in your own creative ways. Presumably the high price tag is based on a lower sales potential than film DVDs, but I would say it's worth the money as a resource you'll return to again and again.

I love the way Ann puts her heart and soul in these projects, how she chooses her words carefully in trying to express how she feels at that moment, if that involves um- ing like someone here said, so be it.. If that annoys you, please, you try paint live and comment at the same time.I love her style and that of her father for that matter, I discovered her long time ago in the library in Belgium, I am a Belgian now living in the UK. The overall quality of the video is excellent. I have a lot of her books and I am so pleased with this DVD.That loose painting means you have to let go of things and that is fascinating and scaring me at the same time.Thank you Ann for sharing your techniques, and my the Gods who ever they are bless you.

Ann is a superb teacher and I appreciate the fact that she is so willing to share her techniques and unique style so that other artists can develop themselves. Watercolour is an unpredictable medium and so you would enjoy this video most if you are willing to 'step out of the box' and live dangerously! Enjoy the magic and loosen up your style without trying to be in control. Ann's speaking voice is just a tiny bit 'um' irritating, but then she is an artist and not a television presenter! Basically it is a good quality recording and easy to follow and see what she is demonstrating. Very good value for money and I watch it again and again and always learn more.

I bought this (rather expensive!) DVD after buying the experimental landscapes book and finding it inspirational but not all that instructive. I'm so glad I did. I find Ann Blockley's art enthralling and she has such a clear passion for her work in the DVD. I don't find the presentation annoying and as others have said, she is an artist not a newsreader, so maybe it's reasonable to cut her some slack. Her loose expressionist art speaks for itself, and has not only myself but also my son now experimenting in watercolour. Fabulous.

Despite some of the poor reviews of this DVD I'm so glad I bought this, because it is very instructive to actuall watch Ann produce her beautiful watercolours. You can read instructions in her books but seeing her do it really gives you a better idea. I would say that if you want to loosen up your watercolours or feel you have got into a rut with your painting, this is a great way to get going again. The DVD shows that there is a place for expressionist techniques in watercolour painting and that using them in combination with your preferred methods can be really fruitful.

Having already owned the book of the same name and tried some of the paintings, I was hoping the video would show me where I was going wrong! It has helped and I've picked up quite a few tips but Ann's delivery drove me potty. Every other word was " um", she didn't seem to have a clear plan for the demonstrations, she spoke to the drawing board instead of the camera on several occasions and sometimes a clear view of what she was doing was obscured by her hand. I expect a professionally filmed dvd with good delivery for £28. This isn't.

An inspiring and informative dvd, and well worth the money. I have the book, but seeing the techniques demonstrated was so helpful.

Excellent DVD!! Great ideas, clear instruction, arrived in good time. Many reviewers commented on Ann's presentation style... I found her style competent and personable. She's an artist explaining her trade secrets- which she does exceptionally. If you're wanting to learn, you're in for a treat. If you're wanting to critique, well, you might be missing the point.

Thank you for this excellent series of demonstrations for the new or experienced watercolor artist. Ann Blockley is a brilliant artist willing to share what she knows. Very grateful.

Excellent

J'ai reçu le DVD dans le délai annonçé.Ann ne cache pas les couleurs employées pour les démos. Le déroulement de son travail est clair même pourquelqu'un, comme moi, dont le niveau en anglais, à cause des accents, est plutôt médiocre.

I bought this dvd using a gift card I received. I'm very picky about how I spend gift money/cards and I tend to buy something I wouldn't normally spend for myself, or at least something I was planning to buy but was saving or just waiting for the right time. I really was curious about this dvd and once I received it and watched it, I was really glad I'd gotten it.I'm not a painter - yet. I play with paint, that's about it, but I have these ideas in my mind about what I'd like to paint (abstract for sure) and this artist brings some of my ideas to life, and gives more direction to other ideas I have had. I enjoyed watching her execute her techniques. It's a simple, straightforward dvd that I'm sure I'll watch at least a few times as I start playing with paint over the cooler seasons. I'm waiting because my paints dry out too fast in the hot season, and I like to hunker down in the cold season and do some art. But the first thing I'll try when I get my paint and paper out are some of the things from this dvd.

It is not a tutorial! Not for beginners. Don't buy it. It is a Waste of time and money. Look to utube for learning tutorials.