'I have many books on
painting watercolour
flowers and this is the BEST.'
Lynne Pack,
verified Amazon reviewer
My fresh approach to botanical painting has enabled people from all around the world get the results they are looking for and to relax and enjoy painting whilst achieving accuracy and realism.
The Modern Flower Painter is my first book and was published by Search Press in May 2014. Now published in Russian, French and Italian too, I can honestly say I gave it my all to make it the most comprehensive and useful guide I could.
It’s been my mission to show you EVERYTHING! The first half is an extensive manual on technique, and the second half contains 6 detailed step-by-step flower portraits for you to try.
If you’re already a member of my online school, you’ll find the book is the perfect accompaniment to what you learn there.
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Martina Linder, GermanyA particularly valuable book about realistic flower painting in watercolour with beautiful pictures and detailed step-by-step instructions.The descriptions are so detailed, that even beginners can make great works of art. 
Lynne Pack, Bedford, UKI have many books on painting watercolour flowers and this is the BEST. Clear instructions throughout and I felt that Anna was sitting beside me every step of the way.I have painted two of the flowers so far (both good enough to frame) and look forward to painting the others.Really recommend this book for people like me with some experience or indeed a complete beginner. 
Andre van de Sande, Wales, UKI have been a fan of Anna Mason's style of painting for a while now and when the news broke Anna created a book I ordered it straight away.What a treat the book is... a must for botanical flower painters.In one word - BRILLIANT!!! 
The pictures here are well described as portraits, and combine the botanical appearance of old prints with a modern, vibrantly colorful approach.There are all the usual features in here from what you need to buy to color wheels, perspective, mixing colors etc, as well as intriguing sections on learning to see, getting the paint consistency right, laying out a palette and creating tone and hue.I don't think I have seen such an in-depth look at the medium before and it certainly bears reading and having a go even if you think you are past that ...
Artists & Illustrators MagazineThe first book from regular Artists & Illustrators contributor Anna Mason highlights her refreshingly contemporary approach to botanical painting, which sees many of the subjects appear to bloom before your very eyes.Anna begins by laying out her thoughts on paint consistency, brush techniques and mixing hues, giving newcomers the building blocks required to tackle a full painting with confidence.By the completion of the six step-by-step projects, you will be surprised at how far you have progressed. 
The first thing you notice about this impressive book on watercolour flowers is the warm-hearted nature of Anna Mason. Anna has developed a six-stage process that really works. Plus this book is full of professional tips.There's information for beginners but also a challenge for those with some experience. There are step by step projects and gorgeous finished work.This is a beautiful book and Anna's warm personality and immense talent shines on every page. Highly recommended for any watercolour flower painter and botanical artists. Buy Now
Videos available in my online school
If you’d like to watch video demonstrations of 5 of the 6 flower portraits from the book, they’re available via my online school – details of which can be found here.
My gorgeous book arrived in the post. Anna, it’s fabulous, beautiful to look at and very practical and instructive at the same time!
Edinburgh, UK
Image shows Susan’s work in progress and final tulip portrait.
