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Aesthetic 3D Lighting: History, Theory, and Application delves into
the history, the theory, and the practical and aesthetic
application of lighting in the fine arts and 3D animation. In this
book, animation industry veteran and lighting expert Lee Lanier
examines the importance of lighting and its ability to communicate
information to the viewer. Lee examines the history of lighting as
applied to the fine arts, film, photography, and 3D animation. He
discusses the use of light color, light location and direction, and
light shadow types to recreate specific locations and to generate
moods. He includes guides for successful lighting in 3D animation.
Software-agnostic examples lead you through useful 3D lighting
set-ups. Chapter-long case studies step you through more complex 3D
lighting projects in Autodesk Maya. An accompanying eResource
(www.routledge.com/9781138737570) features 3D model files, scene
files, and texture bitmaps, allowing you to practice the discussed
techniques in Autodesk Maya and many other 3D programs. The
lighting techniques covered in this book include: History of
lighting as used in the fine arts The scientific mechanisms of
light Light types and light application in 3D programs Light
qualities including shadows variations Basic and advanced 3D
lighting approaches 1-, 2-, 3-point, naturalistic, and stylistic
lighting techniques Replication of real-world lighting scenarios
and locations Overview of advanced 3D lighting and rendering
systems
Although much of model engineering work is a matter of making one
part to fit another and thus may obviate the need for the
sophisticated means of measuring often called for in production
engineering, the accuracy of a finished job begins with the
exactness of the initial making out and continues with the accuracy
of measurements made during the progress of the work. How to use
measuring equipment and how to mark out work - not always the
simple matter it might at first seem - are essential skills for any
engineer and the purpose of this book is to show how they may be
acquired and employed.
A 'How to' book featuring painting techniques used by Dutch
Renaissance Masters such as Rembrandt and Rubens, Bruegel and
Bosch. This beautifully illustrated book for practising artists and
art students examines everything there is to know about the
techniques used by the Dutch Masters of the Golden Age. From the
preparation of surfaces and the creation of paints and pigments to
the methods used, award-winning artist Brigid Marlin considers how
these skills can work in modern settings and includes stunning
representations of contemporary artists' work. Discover the
techniques and materials used by Rembrandt in his portraits, how to
achieve balance and tension, rhythm and points of interest in the
style of Bruegel and Rubens, and how to recreate luminous
still-life paintings like those of the Van Eyck brothers. Projects
include clear, step-by-step demonstrations to replicate these
almost-forgotten techniques as well as examples of works which they
inspired.
Despite the modern dominance of computer graphics programs and
digital cameras, the ability todraw geological structures manually
remains a necessity in academic geology and beyond. Drawings serve
for quick and simple documentation in the field or at the
microscope. They can be applied as a language of their own as well
as be adapted to suit specific requirements. Moreover, geological
drawing improves observational ability and contributes to the
understanding of geological structures and structure-forming
processes. Geological drawing is assisted scientific thinking.
Drawing Geological Structures provides undergraduate as well as
graduate and practicing geologists with a thorough, step-by-step
practical guide to the art of geological drawing. Beginning with
the basics, the book covers thin sections, sample sections, samples
and geological stereograms. The chapters provide examples of how
drawings evolve and are complemented by exercises, allowing the
reader to practice their drawing prior to going out into the field
or working at the microscope. Users of this unique guide will
develop their knowledge and technical vocabulary whilst also
improving their drawing skills.
Drawing Masterclass explores the act of vision of the world's great
artists, describing how the images were created to allow you to
weave some of this magic into your own drawings. The book is
organized into seven chapters covering important genres: nudes,
figures, landscapes, still life and studies, heads, fantasy and
abstraction. Each chapter selects a cross section of artists and
examines their practice in detail, using key drawings. Each artist
is described through one of 100 selected masterpieces, plus a
biographical profile and a practical look at the way the drawing
was made: the materials and technique, as well as an examination of
the ideas and inspiration behind its making and how the artist's
life might reflect their concerns. Light and shade, rhythm, form,
space, contour and composition are all covered in detail. The book
covers a broad historical and geographic sweep, and includes many
of the most celebrated male and female artists.
In this quincentennial year of Holbein's birth, this is the first
comprehensive annotated bibliography of texts relating to this
important Northern European Renaissance artist, with an
accompanying historiographic essay on various aspects of Holbein's
reception.
The first part of the book, "Some Notes on Reception," contains
overviews of texts about specific works such as "The Dead Christ,
The Solothurn Madonna, " and "The Meyer Madonna." Other themes
addressed include the perception of Holbein's character and his
place among other Renaissance masters, his work as a portraitist,
his use of illusion, authenticity controversies, and a brief
chronicle of Holbein collectors. Previously unaddressed topics
include Holbein's influence on later artists, and his impact on
fiction, including his influence seen in the works of writers such
as Dostoevsky, Henry James and Edith Wharton. This part of the book
also contains synopses of the most significant and recent Holbein
scholarship. These vignettes constitute a multi-dimensional
approach to Holbein reception, sharpened by selected quotations
from his critics.
The second part of the book is a comprehensive listing of over
2,500 bibliographic citations for works dealing with Holbein and
his oeuvre, each accompanied by an annotation outlining the
authors' principal contributions. The range of material covered
includes not only books and scholarly journals but also newspapers
and other popular publications. Individual sections include texts
dealing with primary sources, monographs, compendia, and exhibition
catalogues. Others are devoted to texts about Holbein's paintings,
drawings and prints, as well as to iconography, technical studies,
patronage, collections, influences on Holbein, and Holbein
reception. General Index. Author Index.
A guide to the primary and secondary resources on women in
Victorian painting in the WOMENS HISTORY AND CULTURE series.
Contemporary reviews, books, articles, essays and dissertations are
included, along with general studies of women painters and images
of women.
Widely loved illustrator Tasia brings her unique style to this
issue's cover design, and she also provides an in-depth tutorial to
show us how she creates her art. Kenneth Anderson creates a 70s
rock band, Johanna Forster brings fruit to life, and Sara Paz shows
us how to create characters from reference photos. Character Design
Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing
inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from
professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts
worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating
diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and
decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new
ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what
it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney,
Warner Bros., and DreamWorks.
A practical approach to all aspects of making porcelain pots and
sculptures: from clays and glazes to throwing, handbuilding,
slipcasting and decorating. Porcelain is known and highly praised
for its delicacy, translucency, fineness and whiteness, but it has
always posed particular problems for ceramicists using it. In this
revised edition, Peter Lane looks at the development of porcelain
in the last few years of the 20th century and at the start of the
21st. He gives particular consideration to the technical
achievements, the working practices and aesthetic concerns of
ceramicists who work with this most popular medium and its close
relative, bone china. The works illustrated in this book
demonstrate the confidence and the versatility of contemporary
ceramicists who use its special characteristics in exciting and
original ways. There are over 350 new illustrations and 75 new
artists featured in this updated edition. The result is a
breathtaking look at the exciting and innovative work that is
currently being done internationally in this field. The wide
diversity of porcelain objects will both inspire and enthral
potters, collectors and anyone interested in fine ceramics.
Colour is a powerful force in our lives. It is a major influence in
visual and verbal communication and on the decisions we make every
day. DEEP COLOR unpacks all the shades of the rainbow (plus black,
white, and pink) with little-known facts, stunning visuals, and a
critical perspective on colour and the nonverbal meanings it
carries. Essays explore the intriguing facets of colour, such as
imperial yellow in China or lapis lazuli in Egypt. Each hue is
illustrated not just in words, but in historical and contemporary
images that show how ancient ideas are still very much alive today
-- and also how colour can take on new meanings. For creatives of
all kinds, Deep Color helps us unpack the colour-laden stimuli all
around us and find new depth in our colour choices.
A lavishly illustrated biography of James Gillray, inventor of the
art of political caricature James Gillray (1756-1815) was late
Georgian Britain's funniest, most inventive, and most celebrated
graphic satirist and continues to influence cartoonists today. His
exceptional drawing, matched by his flair for clever dialogue and
amusing titles, won him unprecedented fame; his sophisticated
designs often parodied artists such as William Hogarth, Joshua
Reynolds, and Henry Fuseli, while he borrowed and wittily
redeployed celebrated passages from William Shakespeare and John
Milton to send up politicians in an age-as now-where society was
fast changing, anxieties abounded, truth was sometimes scarce, and
public opinion mattered. Tim Clayton's definitive biography
explores Gillray's life and work through his friends,
publishers-the most important being women-and collaborators, aiming
to identify those involved in inventing satirical prints and the
people who bought them. Clayton thoughtfully explores the tensions
between artistic independence, financial necessity, and the
conflicting demands of patrons and self-appointed censors in a time
of political and social turmoil. Distributed for the Paul Mellon
Centre for Studies in British Art
This book is a celebration and exploration of the acclaimed,
bestselling franchise. It will delve into the history of the games,
how they were made, and the real-life context behind the settings
and characters. The Art & Making of Sniper Elite will cover the
whole franchise, from the first game to the latest. It will contain
commentary and insight from the artists and developers, alongside
concept art of the iconic characters, weaponry, vehicles and
environments. A must-have for any Sniper fan.
The act of field sketching allows us to experience the landscape
first-hand - rather than reliance upon plans, maps and photographs
at a distance, back in the studio. Aimed primarily at landscape
architects, Janet Swailes takes the reader on a journey through the
art of field sketching, providing guidance and tips to develop
skills from those starting out on a design course, to those looking
to improve their sketching. Combining techniques from landscape
architecture and the craft and sensibilities of arts practice, she
invites us to experience sensations directly out in the field to
enrich our work: to look closely at the effects of light and
weather; understand the lie and shapes of the land through travel
and walking; and to consider lines of sight from the inside out as
well as outside in. Full colour throughout with examples,
checklists and case studies of other sketchers' methods, this is an
inspirational book to encourage landscape architects to spend more
time in the field and reconnect with the basics of design through
drawing practice.
In this book, gouache, a classic technique-used by Turner,
Toulouse-Lautrec, Bonnard, Picasso, Gris, Braque, Matisse and Miro,
among many others often compared to watercolour, acquires a new
dimension, as it offers a bolder approach to contemporary artists,
illustrators and graphic designers. Gouache erases the boundaries
between 'proper painting' and the spontaneous charm of watercolour,
combining the advantages of both techniques. Diluted, gouache is
almost like watercolour, but when used on its own, it can be
applied in opaque layers with a matte surface reminiscent of
pastels. Soluble in water, it is rather forgiving and allows for
corrections and revisions, and finally, the fine grain of the
pigment it contains makes detailed drawings possible. Award-winning
illustrator Aljoscha Blau shares his many years of experience,
offers material recommendations, tips for swift success,
suggestions on composition, the use of colour, tools and processes.
And he spices it all up with his own illustrations, which are both
an incentive and a feast for the eyes...
It's difficult to say what "The Iron Tonic" is about, although it
is "known the skating pond conceals a family of enormous eels," and
that "the light is fading from the day. The rest is darkness and
dismay." Finally, though, "The Iron Tonic" could be seen as Edward
Gorey's version of a winter afternoon in one of the great Russian
novels of the nineteenth century.
A groundbreaking examination of Mel Bochner's inventive drawing
practice produced collaboratively with the artist Encompassing both
works on paper and oversized wall drawings made from the 1960s to
the present, this handsomely designed volume documents the
first-ever museum retrospective of drawings by Mel Bochner (b.
1940). Drawing has long been critical to the work of this
pioneering conceptual artist, and essayists explore the theoretical
framework and playful experimentation of his decades-long practice.
The book, conceived and designed in close collaboration with the
artist, features his own writings about his philosophy of wall
drawings and reflections on significant exhibitions of his work.
Bochner was a key figure of the Minimalist and Conceptual Art
movements whose first exhibition in 1966 is now recognized as
seminal. Today the artist is known for works in a range of media
that explore the conventions of language and visual art as well as
the relationships between them; his experimental works on paper,
canvas, and wall-all of which are celebrated here-are a
foundational facet of his practice and a critical influence on
contemporary art. Distributed for the Art Institute of Chicago
Exhibition Schedule: Art Institute of Chicago (April 23-August 22,
2022)
Take your time to relax and colour in these super cute original
designs from illustration artist Meni Tzima. These beautiful line
drawings can be filled in and coloured any way you want. In this
book you will find cupcakes, funny bunnies, flowers, sweet candies,
cactus, happy cats, donuts, hearts and stars. When you're finished
colouring, simply remove the pages, place them in a frame and hang
them on your wall!
The saw is one of the most basic tools and tends to be taken very
much for granted. Many hours and much effort can be saved, and more
accurate work produced, if the user has the knowledge of how his
saw works and how to keep it in good condition. In this book Ian
Bradley provides detailed guidance on the use and maintenance of
all types of saw, both hand and mechanical, from the humble junior
hacksaw to circular and bandsaws, in the comprehensive and succinct
manner that has made him such a respected writer on workshop
matters.
In Sketching Women, three professional studio artists (Kozo Ueda,
PhD, Takahiro Okada, PhD and Minoru Hirota, PhD) join forces to
show you how to sketch the female figure through 55 step-by-step
drawing lessons. Each instructor walks you through their philosophy
for croquis sketching. Croquis sketches are quickly-rendered
drawings that capture the essentials of a subject's form and pose
with relatively few expressive lines. There are four levels of
sketching described in the book: 1-minute croquis: very rapid
gesture drawings that capture only the artist's impressions of the
form, and where the pencil stays in contact with the paper for
practically the entire session 2-minute croquis: another quick
sketch, but with more attention paid to the character and rhythm of
the lines and how they help to express the essence of the form
5-minute croquis: a more finished drawing where added tonal
variations suggest volume and anatomical details 10-minute croquis:
more of a finished drawing than true croquis, the longer session
allows the luxury of adding fine details such as the facial
expression, the character of the hands and clothing texture Learn
to sketch the following: Individual body parts (including faces)
and their bone structure and muscles Standing and sitting poses
Nudes and clothed figures Light and dark tonal variations Dynamic
poses Color drawings You'll quickly hone your sketching skills with
this life-drawing classroom-in-a-book. The expert advice and
observations, dozens of poses to study, as well as
easy-to-understand notes and tips make it easy to understand how
the skeleton, muscles and posture all come together to express the
uniquely female form.
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