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We’re going to have some fun with this wonderful medium.

First, let me introduce myself. I’m Zoë Ingram, a Scottish artist and illustrator. I’ve been working in the creative industries for over 20 years. My background is in printed textiles, and I later moved into the graphic design world. For the past eight years, I’ve been following my passion by creating artwork professionally for a wide range of clients who are publishers of books, magazines and newspapers, fabric producers, home-decor manufacturers and gift and stationery companies. I use gouache paint extensively in my everyday work, and I’m going to share with you as much as I possibly can about getting started with gouache.

I’ll take you through some of the basics and explain what you’ll need to get going: paint, tools and paper. I’ll then go over some of the more common techniques that I use every day. Finally, there are 11 projects that you can follow along with or use as a springboard for your own ideas. Think of these projects as examples or starting points for what you might want to paint, not as a 'paint it this way' manual.

Gouache really is my first love when it comes to choosing a painting medium. It’s a lot less intimidating than some other paint mediums, so I hope you’re inspired to take that first step and begin creating. Finding a little time each day to paint will not only make your work better through practice, but it’s also a perfect opportunity for you to do something you enjoy. At the time of writing this book, we find ourselves in the middle of a global pandemic and a worldwide climate crisis, both of which are overwhelming. Painting and art can help to express some of the emotions that you may be feeling during challenging times.

Welcome to the wonderful world of painting with gouache!