J M W Turner was one of the greatest artists of Britain. His watercolours, with their extraordinary effects of shifting light and dramatic cloudscapes, are especially highly regarded. This book reveals the secrets of his technique, allowing watercolourists to try them out themselves.
The book explores the lives and artistic journeys of J.M.W. Turner and John Constable, who were born just fourteen months apart in different settings—one in London and the other in rural Suffolk. It highlights how their unique backgrounds influenced their revolutionary contributions to British art, showcasing their distinct styles and the impact they had on the art world.