Handmade Watercolor: Blending Earth, Gossamer, and Light A guide for those who still believe in wonder—and want to hold it in their hands. In this beautifully crafted book, artist Donna Franklin invites you into the slow, sensory art of making your own watercolor paint. From gathering pigment to pouring pans, mixing binders, and swatching on handmade paper, this guide is both instructional and imaginative. You'll learn: – What tools and ingredients to gather – How to mix paints that shift, shimmer, and surprise – Where to source high-quality materials – Why swatching is its own kind of magic – How to share what you create with care and confidence With poetic reflections, dramatic photography, and rich textures on every page, this book feels like a quiet afternoon in the studio—hands stained, heart full, and color singing from the paper.