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by Rachel Smythe (Author), Webtoon Entertainment (Author), Walter Foster Creative Team (Author)
Immerse yourself in the magical, immortal, and vibrantly colorful world of the bestselling WEBTOON Originals series Lore Olympus as you paint 20 preprinted scenes.
In The Official Lore Olympus Watercolor Book, series creator Rachel Smythe takes you behind the scenes for an in-depth exploration of the characters and how to recreate them in the expressive medium of watercolor. This must-have companion offers:- 20 painting projects featuring your favorite characters and scenes from Lore Olympus, with full-color reference art, a supply list, a color palette, and techniques for each one, including tips for mastering even the smallest details.
- A high-quality watercolor pad with 20 preprinted scenes to use in completing the corresponding painting projects.
- Watercolor essentials, including an overview of tools and materials, basic painting and mixing techniques, and an introduction to color theory.
- Detailed profiles of the series' main characters--Persephone, Hades, Artemis, Eros, Hecate, Hera, and Hermes--covering their backstories and personality traits, the nuances of their appearance and dress, and the color palettes for their skin tones.
- An inspiration gallery of additional scenes and characters from Lore Olympus to try painting on your own.
- An introduction to publishing on WEBTOON, from developing believable characters and planning a compelling story to creating and refining the artwork.
Lore Olympus is a captivating modern retelling of one of mythology's greatest stories, the complex relationship between Persephone, Goddess of Spring, and Hades, King of the Underworld. The Official Lore Olympus Watercolor Book allows you to engage creatively with your favorite characters and scenes as you bring its art to life in vivid color. This is not just a watercolor instruction book, but an expansive exploration of the Lore Olympus characters and the world of webcomics--perfect for fans of the series, budding watercolorists, and aspiring illustrators alike. The enthralling realm of Lore Olympus awaits your artistic touch!
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Author Biography
Rachel Smythe is the creator of the WEBTOON phenomenon Lore Olympus. Debuting on WEBTOON Originals in 2018, Lore Olympus captured hearts and minds with its glamorous setting, razor-sharp comedic timing, complex characters in messy relationships, and above all else, its breathtakingly beautiful visuals. Rachel's craftsmanship and storytelling have seen the series rise to greater and greater success, winning many industry awards, including an Eisner in 2022 and 2023. An animation adaptation with Jim Henson Studios is currently in development.
WEBTOON is the world's largest digital comics platform, home to some of the biggest artists, IP, and fandoms in comics. As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format, WEBTOON has revolutionized the comics industry for comic fans and creators. Today, a diverse new generation of international comic artists have found a home on WEBTOON, where the company's storytelling technology allows anyone to become a creator and build a global audience for their stories. The WEBTOON app is free to download on Android and iOS devices.Founded in 1922 by artist Walter T. Foster, Walter Foster Publishing, an imprint of The Quarto Group, is the world's leading publisher of instructional art books and kits for adults and children. Walter Foster's diverse selection of drawing, painting, doodling, and mixed media art books and kits have created a foundation for millions of beginning, intermediate, and advanced artists looking to hone their talents, learn new techniques, and discover different mediums. From color mixing recipes and art tools to the fundamentals of drawing and painting, Walter Foster's books cover a wide variety of topics and mediums across a broad spectrum of traditional and eclectic subject matter for artists of all skill levels. Walter Foster Publishing continues to expand its offerings every year, producing cutting-edge art-instruction books and kits for a worldwide audience.
