Unboxing New Art Book by Stephanie Law Descants and Cadences + Her other Books

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In this video, I'm unboxing the new Stephanie Law Art Book called Descants and Cadences which was purchased in a Kickstarter project.
This book is utterly beautiful and I'm absolutely delighted with it.
So I'm sharing with you my first impression and thoughts about it after unpacking it. Stephanie Law is currently my favourite artist, I already have most of her previous books and I show you these in the video as well.
So the other books are watercolor tutorial books and they are called:
Dreamscapes, Creating Magical Angel, Faery and Mermaid Worlds in watercolor.
Dreamscapes, Fantasy Worlds, Create engaging Scenes and Landscapes in watercolor.
Dreamscapes, Myth & Magic, Creating Legendary Creatures and Characters in watercolor.
Dreamscapes, Magical Menagerie, Creating Fantasy Creatures and Animals with Watercolor.
So I have done some of the tutorials and I recorded my progress and uploaded the videos here on my KZbin channel. If you'd like to watch me attempt these watercolor paintings, here is the link to the playlist:
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[@Westeross]

I thought your attempts were excellent. I'd love to see more of your art books 👍🏼👍🏼

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh thanks very much Kate :-) I'll put that on my list of videos to make :-)

[@kimlivengood5916]

R U Kidding me? You did a great job on those paintings. I am going to get one of her books, & give it a go my self. They r so beautifully done. That is my favorite kind of everything. I love fantasy. TFS

[@clairewalters8238]

Your paintings were far from crap. I think you are a talented artist. Does Stephanie do colouring books. I really enjoyed seeing your pictures using stephanies books. Cant wait for more. Much love & *Virtual hugs* from Perth Western Australia xxx❤❤❤

[@christierella]

You are to hard on yourself! You are a brilliant artist in your own right! My goal is to paint botanicals, realistic. I love your book flips, thank you for sharing!

[@TheArtSpirits]

Aww, thanks so much, Christierella. Yes, botanicals are gorgeous. You are wise to set a goal, lol. I tend to jump from one thing to the next 😩

[@christierella]

The Art Spirits I tend to collect art supplies rather than use them, but I do love watercolor. Hopefully I will make more art soon. I love watching you...you inspire me.

[@nadaes-ei5tg]

Lo quiero!!!!💙

[@Jinxs-Journey]

Sounds a great idea kick starting helps the artist a lot

[@TheArtSpirits]

Yep it's a great idea Tracy. It means they don't need to use a publisher :-)

[@drdeepalimk6928]

This is really helpful. It helps in deciding which one to buy first. Thank you. God bless.

[@courtneydickey6958]

I also simply ADORE Stephanies artwork. It has inspired me for quite some time as well. I am not able to afford most of her books however because they are upwards of $30 at the art store. :( But they are worth it! Thank you so much for posting this

[@TheArtSpirits]

Her work is amazing :-) Your comment just made me get her books out again for another look lol :-)

[@terryernest6264]

Try having a go at your own design too ... you will then have the freedom to use what you have learnt from Steph books, but more importantly follow your own imagination to where you want to go ...a good quality watercolour paper makes huge difference... back in 1998 Steph was using digital artwork ...then about 1999 she started with watercolour, your aren't that far off from her early artwork ...so keep up the good work, and who know where you will be in two years time ... love & light :)

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Terry 😍 You've really spurred me on to try and compose my own pictures which is something I have a fear about. 🎨

[@thekeddi]

Amazing books! I need to get them! Thanks so much for showing these ones. Your paintings are really good! I especially loved the castle in the one with the man on his horse. Dont put your art down, I wish I was as good as you!

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh thanks very much Kerri. I know, these books are amazing. I love just looking at the paintings as there's so much detail in them. I would definitely recommend them :-)

[@applestree100]

stunning book!!

[@kine-3314]

You are so talented!! I love your paintings! Thank you for sharing the books and your attempts :) !

[@karentemplesnow8960]

I've just realised, this is the wonderful Stephanie Pui Mun Law who did the Shadowscapes Tarot! She also did the Shadowscapes colouring book, but I'm sure you have that one. It was the tarot cards that got me into colouring, as I saw the book when I was ordering the cards. I agree, this book is SO stunning .. Have you seen Josephine Wall's work? I think you would love it if you like this. Google Natures Whispers Oracle cards, and You'll see her lovely art. Thank you for showing this masterpiece.. Aah.. if Only I could paint like that.... but you're really good xx

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh thanks Karen. I don't have any of Stephanie's Tarrot cards but I will probably get some in the future. I would buy everything she has available if I won the lottery. Yes, I've see Josephine's work as well and I have a couple of her books on my wish list. I might get them someday :-)

[@lynnetteboulanger4487]

Love your art! Newly subscribed! I am trying out watercolor instead of just pencils. I love the books you've shown by Stephanie Law and your artwork along with hers is spectacular. Looking forward to seeing more of your art.🥰

[@krisnaisley]

Stephanie Law is my favorite artist as well . . when i got the higher arcane book to go with her tarot set she drew a special painting just for me on the inside cover :)

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh lucky you! I bet you were delighted :-)

[@krisnaisley]

yes it was amazing :)

[@McQuizzical]

Thank you for sharing. I think you did such a good job with your paintings. they're really lovely. I'm wondering if there's anything in any of the books where she takes you through her use of watercolour ground and gold leaf please? As I've just watched a video of Stephanie's where she used this method and so I'm trying to see if I can save a painting of mine doing something similar. Also might be an option for you to save your painting too? Thank you again.

[@lindamclean8809]

Your pictures are good.......study the lights and darks in her pictures........it looks like she paints in lots of light layers.. I think you'll get a better result 👍

[@gbear768]

thanks for sharing this beautiful book! also, you don't give yourself enough credit! your artwork is awesome!

[@marshakaranasky16]

She's one of my favorite Artist's too! You're pictures are better than you think!

[@trixietrog]

beautiful books and loving your art work too x

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thanks Tracey :-)

[@bevroberts8440]

I've bought all the Linda Ravenscroft books due to your lovely review and now it seems I must have all of these by Stephanie Law! I'm almost afraid to watch anymore of your book unboxings/flip-throughs/reviews, Lol. Kidding aside I love these art book reviews and flip throughs. Also, I think you did a really good rendering of those pictures you sketched and painted!

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thanks very much Bev :-) I know what you mean about wanting to purchase the books you see in the videos lol. I'm totally guilty of that myself. I saw one book of Stephanie Law's on somebody else's video and ended up loving her work so much that I bought all her books that I could find lol. Glad you liked the videos and thanks for watching :-)

[@1tlb0k61]

Where can we order this beautiful book!

[@skubiegirl3728]

You're humbly hard on yourself. You are doing very well. Remember errors (not failures) are a teachable moment for you and your viewers. I'm not an artist, but I think your doing fantastic! Ms. Law will be pleased your using her book to learn watercolor ingredients! Keep up the good work.

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thanks very much Skubie, that's very kind of you and you're right, the mistakes do help us learn :-)

[@teresawebster3498]

You have done a wonderful job on your drawing and paintings

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh thank you very much Teresa :-)

[@scjanzen]

Hey !! I thought your pieces were so beautiful !! I totally love Stephanie.. she is too one of my favorites... hugs

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thanks very much Samantha, you're so kind 😍

[@kathleenfredrickson8593]

Thanks. Made me want the book.

[@BarbaraMerryGeng]

I love your channel 🌸 I enjoy the beautiful things you share 🤩🤗💝 You are so generous 💐

[@JaneMetcalfe]

I would love to draw more but I don't know how tracing works (in order to learn) so that would be nice to know..not that I'm after totally copying another person's work, you understand.😇

[@TheArtSpirits]

Yep, I've heard some artists swear by tracing to start off with. Lisa Lachri from the Lachri Fine Art channel says it a good aid in learning to draw and she encourages her students to start off with tracing. Also, copying work off others (just for personal practise) is also supposed to be a great way to improve art skills. And, if you really fancy drawing, Jane, it's really inexpensive. You don't need many tools and can just use cheap paper. So you wouldn't need much investment upfront.

[@JaneMetcalfe]

Thanks for that. I do have a pack of 75 acid-free tiles that I have been practising drawing on. It's good to look back to see if I've improved at all..which I have, a bit. I shall carry on doing that once I get back from Blackpool (whenever that may be) lol.

[@lynnchapman2527]

Don't sell yourself short. You are very talented. I loved all of your versions.

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh thanks very much Lynn, that means a lot :-)

[@priscillam8903]

Gosh I keep watching this unboxing again and again and again. I hope one day I will be able to get my hands on it

[@TheArtSpirits]

Oh can't you get one, that's a shame. Did you check her website?

[@priscillam8903]

@@TheArtSpirits Yes, the book is on her website but I can't have it because I'm not from the US and the shipping fees are REALLY expensive. I tought I could get it for my birthday(it's in December) but I can't because so many things happened and the family had to borrow money...I'm tearing up. I want this book so bad :( She is one of my favorite artist of all time

[@JaneMetcalfe]

How do you manage to buy such stunning books? I'm a bit bored with my colouring at the moment as I don't have any inspirational books as such. Also, I'm limited by a) price and b) the fact I don't like anything too complicated. I'm a bit 'inbetween' if that makes sense? I'm starting to realise too that a book with the same-ish designs all the way through aren't inspiring me at all. Any ideas greatly appreciated.👍

[@TheArtSpirits]

This book is devine. I came across the artist when watching a KZbin artist showing their favourite art books. One of them was by this artist, Stephanie Law. I really liked the look of the book so ordered it. There were more books by her available, so I got some for Christmas off my mam and then I ordered this one at a later date when it came out. I just totally love it 😍 Would you not fancy trying watercolour painting, Jane? I'm going to start doing some step-by-step beginner watercolour paintings on my channel, in a few weeks time. Starting with that Hot Air Baloon picture I showed you.

[@JaneMetcalfe]

I shall think about it although the light is bad at the best of times in here, which is why I tend to colour books on my lap, in front of the TV. Doing anything on the table at the back is a no-no as the light isn't as good back there, unfortunately. I shall be away for a while too as Mum has fallen (outside, on the way back from the Docs) and she has no internet. She's OK (had an op on her arm) but I'm having to be taken there by hubby tomorrow 'cos my brother cannot be ar*ed. He lives round the corner, I live nearly 100 miles away. He's not even done the basics, like take a change of clothing for her and if he's neglected the cats I'll go spare. They do spend a lot of time in the garden at this time of year but they are 14 and 13 respectively, so they will want to go indoors at some point. My brother is too interested in his floozie..but there again, I'm not there yet so everything might be hunky-dory. I doubt it though. Past history with my Dad tells me that.

[@TheArtSpirits]

I hope it all turns out OK, Jane. Try not to worry.

[@JaneMetcalfe]

Thank you. I've never known a decade like it really but, as the song goes, 'Things can only get better!'

[@gokuson2590]

Your drawing are not bad a all. I wish I could even to that.

[@TheArtSpirits]

Thank you very much Goku, that's very kind of you :-)

[@Blissfulthings]

I think you are doing a great job! Don't be so hard on yourself 🌸🏵

[@scruffy281]

I just discovered your channel today and I am so happy I did. I love your reviews of books (color and otherwise ) and I am not going to lie, but your accent is AMMMAAAAZING!! I can't get enough of it. Thanks so much for sharing your art journey and for inspiring others to take the plunge and just get on with it. AND btw.......I love your artwork....just beautiful. Love from Texas!!!

[@TheArtSpirits]

Awww, thanks so much Debbie. I really don't like my accent but your lovely comment makes me feel a bit better about it. I'm so glad to hear that you are enjoying my videos 😍😍😍

[@daveg686]

👍

[@sorsofia]

you are doing some lovely paintings!!

[@priscillam8903]

Waouh I've been watching this video again and again and again and again and every single time it's still amazing Please can you tell me where the book got printed? I'm sure it's on the book. I'm really curious I think it's in China but I'm really interested in the name of the compagny

[@TheArtSpirits]

Hi Priscilla, no problem, it was printed in China by Shadowscapes Press, which I believe is Stephanie's own Company/Business.

[@priscillam8903]

ooooh thank you so much for replying so FAST :D it's not Shadowscapes Press but if you are interested Stéphanie did answer and it's exact printing compagny Thank you for kindness And by the way you can be as good as her one day and even better work hard gooooosh I want this book so bad but I'm broke :D

[@applestree100]

i had not heard of her before but will be saving for her books for sure now . u did a great job showing it .

[@Fayy16Chat]

Hi , where you buy this books ? Thank you , i'm French :) On Amazon ?

[@TheArtSpirits]

Hi, I'm unable to put a link in the comments section as I have disabled links but I think you can only buy from the artists website which is called shadowscapes then dot com at the end.

[@Fayy16Chat]

On the artists website , the shipping cost , is very hight !!! I leave in France :(

[@neni05]

try amazon.. I always buy from there and I live in spain. I believe there is an amazon france, spain, england and germany.

[@Fayy16Chat]

neni05 You have buy , this book , on Amazon ?

[@neni05]

You can buy some of her books on Amazon. I have Myth and Magic. So you'll have to look. shipping isn't that expensive. Amazon from England has a lot but you'll just have to look around and see what's best for you.