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In this new and extended edition of her best-selling book in the
'How to Paint' series: 'Colour and Light in Watercolour' (first
published 2010), Jean Haines has produced a book even more
inspirational than the first. With 40 per cent new material in the
form of new hands-on demonstrations, examples of her work and
extended text, Jean provides a valuable insight into the materials
and techniques she uses to inject colour and light into her
stunningly beautiful, award-winning watercolour paintings. Jean's
enthusiasm and passion for art is evident throughout the book,
which is packed full of ideas, useful tips, expert advice and over
20 step-by-step demonstrations. with subjects ranging from
atmospheric winter landscapes to bright colourful cockerels, all
painted in Jean's loose and expressive style, artists of all tastes
and abilities will not fail to be inspired by her imaginative and
exciting use of light and colour.
Would you love to take your art in a new direction? In Abstract Art
Painting, you will enter a realm of tactile, intuitive excitement,
combining pastel and acrylic to achieve results as unique as you
are. You'll learn how to explore the use of color theory in
abstraction and to use underpainting to bring structure and depth
to your art. In addition you'll begin to understand how to work in
a series and how this can help you develop your own personal style.
A sampling of what you'll add to your creative toolbox: Pastel and
acrylic techniques to use to complete your own paintings The
benefits of expressing your ideas abstractly How to loosen up by
using your nondominant hand and drawing to music Ways to express
emotions through mark-making Using color and symbolism for
expression Working with photos for inspiration Tips for using color
studies Step into your own abstract frame of mind today!
Great drawings in just five minutes! Perfect for beginners! Whether
you are sketching on the move or only have a few minutes to spare
whilst standing in line, dust off your sketchbook with 5-Minute
Sketching: People. This approachable handbook, full of bite-sized
tips, will help you deconstruct figures and faces quickly and
incorporate drawing into your everyday life. There are tips on how
to focus on the key elements of a scene and create mood and
movement. People come in all shapes and sizes but with expert tips
and inspiring sketches from the renowned Urban Sketcher Pete Scully
you will learn how to capture them in no time at all. Relish the
challenge of capturing a loved one's smile or the energy of a crowd
in just five minutes!
Unrivalled teacher. Penetrating comments, suggestions what to look for, with more than 430 drawings. Basic.
What makes you happy? Whatever it is, draw it, with the help of
Christopher Hart, the world's top-selling author of art instruction
books! Whether it's an adorable pet, the trip of a lifetime, or an
everyday moment to savor (like your morning cup of coffee or buying
a cute pair of shoes), this book celebrates the many things that
make you happy--and helps you turn them into fun-filled drawings.
An enlightening introduction explains how to create the
illustrations and make them come alive: how to use color, change
poses, personalize the drawings, add shading, and more.
Concise and beautifully illustrated, this guide provides invaluable
instruction on the art of pencil drawing. It covers the basics of
holding the pencil, applying different strokes, shading,
perspective, and the rendering of different textures, as well as
the finer points of pictorial composition and drawing from
nature.
Based on the author's years of experience teaching art students at
all levels, this book is ideal for home or class use. Its
thirty-six evocative sketches range from English castles to
American bridges, with a few detailed close-ups showing how to
surmount some of the problems of depicting rocks, roofs, standing
water, or leafy tree branches. The accompanying text describes how
artists at every level of experience can develop their own pencil
technique by employing fundamental rules.
The original 1993 edition of "The Painter's Handbook" was not just
another guide to artist's materials; it established itself as an
amazingly thorough professional resource, with complete details on
the vast array of materials available to the artist, including
canvases and papers, sizes and grounds, pigments and binders,
solvents and thinners, varnishes and preservatives. The book also
contains dozens of step-by-step recipes for making art materials,
including made at home or the studio paints, pastels, varnishes,
gessoes, sizes, supports, and equipment. "The Painter's Handbook",
revised and expanded, is a thoroughly revised edition of the
original publication. It has been updated to accommodate the
enormous changes in the art materials world during the past decade:
in which many new kinds of revolutionary paints and pigments have
entered the market; new health issues are addressed concerning
outmoded and even harmful materials and practices; and new ASTM
standards - of which the author Mark Gottsegen is the chairman of
this government committee to set standards for the performance,
quality, and health labelling of artist's paints and related
materials - on light fastness and the general longevity of art
materials are provided.
A comprehensive practical guide to digital manga and anime,
suitable for both complete beginners and experienced digital
artists. An informative introduction covers all the equipment you
will need, with step-by-step guides to using the tools of Adobe
Photoshop to create different effects. It also covers the
translation of manga characters to the screen in the creation of
anime, including the software you will need, pre-production and
animation.
The ultimate Cricut how-to book that covers everything you need to
know to purchase a Cricut and use it like a pro! Are you new to
Cricut crafting? Returning after a hiatus and desperate for a
refresher? Perhaps you're an old pro looking for brand-new ideas,
tips, and tricks for your crafts? Look no further than The
Unofficial Book of Cricut Crafts. Throughout the more than 300
pages of this book, author Crystal Allen will not only present you
with craft ideas that embrace every awesome element of this popular
cutting machine, but, perhaps most importantly, she'll start you at
the very beginning of your Cricut journey with loads of information
about the different Cricut machines (Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut
Maker, and Cricut Joy) so you can determine which is best for you
before you buy. After you unbox your Cricut and have a general
understanding of the parts of your machine, Crystal will teach you
how to use Cricut Design Space and get images from Cricut Access,
and then you'll be presented with projects that use the most
popular materials your Cricut can cut. These include fabric
(cotton, felt, and fleece); basswood and chipboard; leather; vinyl;
paper; and heat transfer vinyl. Crystal even tackles infusible ink!
Projects meant to inspire you will include step-by-step
instructions and photos. They include: Personalized leather
keychains Etched wine glasses Engraved quote bracelets Felt coffee
cozies Paper luminaries Chalkboard signs Inspirational quote
pillowcases Sleep masks Photo puzzles Leather headphone keepers
Infusible Ink coasters A rag quilt and more! The Unofficial Book of
Cricut Crafts is perfect for the first-time Cricut user, the small
business owner who has been using Cricut for years, and everyone in
between!
Using the graphic novel format, Perspective in Action features 33
easy-to-follow demonstrations to teach the major discoveries in
perspective. Author and artist David Chelsea takes readers through
the major perspective- related developments in history, teaching
them how to re-create these same experiments by leading artists in
all fields (including drawing, painting and sculpture). Covering a
wide-range of mediums (pen and ink, paint, chalk, digital art,
woodwork and more), Perspective in Action gives readers a more
hands-on approach to perspective, as opposed to the usual
theoretical presentations found in other books.
From their big bright eyes and chubby cheeks to their childlike
cuteness and adorable expressions, it's hard not to fall in love
with Chibi Mangas. The origin of many of popular chibis are the
result of creating a child version of adult characters from
well-known anime series such as Sailor Moon, Naruto, Dragon Ball,
and One Piece. Filled with super cute characters created by artists
from around the world, this is the perfect guidebook to creating
your own collection of sweet CHIBI manga.
A guide that shows painters, drawers, doodlers, and urban sketchers
how to bring their drawings to life with colorful, bold, yet
accessible painting methods.
COLOR YOUR LIFE
Bring new energy to your sketches of urban scenes with this fresh
and simple approach to watercolor painting. Whether you're an
amateur artist, drawer, doodler, or sketcher, watercolor is a
versatile sketching medium that's perfect for people on the
go--much like pen or pencil. Accomplished designer and illustrator
Felix Scheinberger offers a solid foundation in color theory and
countless lessons on all aspects of watercolor sketching,
including:
Fundamentals like wet-on-wet, glazes, and washes
Materials and supplies to bring on your travels
Little-known tips and tricks, like painting when water
isn't handy and seeking out inspiration
Vibrant watercolor paintings grace each page, and light-hearted
anecdotes (why do fish make great subjects to paint, you may be
wondering...) make this a lively guide to the medium. With an open
mind and sketchbook, you will be ready to capture the moments
around you in luminous color with confidence, creativity, and
ease--no matter what your skill level may be.
Draw along with bestselling author and artist Christopher Hart as
he shows you how to draw...anything! In You Can Draw Anything!,
acclaimed drawing instructor and author Christopher Hart leads you
through a fun, easy, and informative course in learning to draw.
Each lesson teaches you how to create one or more specific
drawings, while also sharing important art principles that you can
apply to many drawings. In classic Christopher Hart style, the
lessons are shown step by step with concise but valuable
instruction, captions, and helpful hints. The lessons are grouped
into chapters that allow you to explore a variety of subjects,
including animals, people, flowers and trees, cute stuff, magical
themes, and more. It's like taking a course in art school--from the
comfort of your own home!
Personal symbols and motifs can be explored endlessly when there
are a solid number of painting techniques to draw from. In this
workshop approach, the reader will be encouraged to explore a
chosen theme in as many forms as possible. After learning where to
find inspiration (past experiences, memories, intentions, cultural
themes, etc.) and how to develop a personal library of symbols,
colors and marks, the reader will be guided through 15 techniques
to use in her paintings and will also see two or three complete
painting projects come together start-to-finish. Notebook Prompts
will offer the reader ideas for developing her own new series,
showing her how to collect ideas that reflect her personal voice.
Over 20 simple watercolour projects for beginners, packed with
techniques and tips. Paint beautiful watercolours with ease, even
if you've never picked up a brush! With a fully illustrated
step-by-step introduction and a range of beautiful projects to
paint, you'll quickly go from painting novice to art aficionado.
The Getting Started section shows you everything you need to dive
into the beautiful world of watercolour. Learn to work with washes,
colour and tone and texture and effects as you move from still
lifes to landscapes and finally to figures. You'll be creating
amazing art in no time! Other titles in this series include: First
Sewing (9781909397170), First Cake Decorating (9781909397170),
First Beading (9781843406136), First Crochet (9781843406129), First
Card Making (9781843406143) and First Knits (9781843406112). Word
count: 20,000
Celebrate Your Creative Self helps you act upon your artistic
inspirations and joyfully appreciate the creative process. You'll
develop the skills you need to express yourself and explore your
favorite mediums. Inside, 22 step-by-step demonstrations will help
you experiment with your creative process using new surfaces,
mediums and unique tools. You'll learn to: Capture and manipulate
light in your work Try out new and unusual painting surfaces Break
the "rules" of color composition that inhibit your creativity
Create your own dynamic designs for paintings with more impact Add
layers of meaning to your work with the symbolism inherent in both
man-made objects and natural elements Imbue your work with a touch
of fantasy and recapture the magic you remember from childhood Move
beyond traditional 2-dimensional painting into 3-dimensional
reconstruction Once you've built up such a repertoire of skills,
you'll be able to turn any idea into finished art by applying the
techniques that best accommodate your inspiration. You'll also
learn how to tap the deepest recesses of your creative wellspring
by taking risks, getting personal and making meaningful statements
with your work. No matter what your medium, no matter what your
level of skill, Celebrate Your Creative Self can help make your
artistic dreams a reality! *Note to readers: This book is a
paperback reprint of the Celebrate Your Creative Self hardcover
edition (2001). It has an updated cover and adjusted subtitle,
though the interior content is the same.
Horses, dogs, cats, lions, cattle, deer, etc. Muscles, skeleton, surface features. The basic work. Enlarged edition. 288 illus.
An Adult Coloring Book for Amateur Artists and Art History
Enthusiasts World renowned artist David "Lebo" Le Batard combines
the authentic energy of Miami street art with the visual
storytelling of art history in this unique adult coloring book. The
ultimate guide to coloring for adults. Lebo's style is inspired by
masterpieces in the history of art, the graffiti and architecture
of Miami, and reflective self-discovery. Characterized by a
combination of cartoon imagery, richly saturated balances of color,
and unique linear composition, this contemporary Latino artist
crafts a unique coloring book beaming with animal symbolism and
mandala spirituality. By coloring and drawing some of his famous
pieces, you'll transport through time, travel around the world, and
create masterpieces of your own. Learn to handle your stress with
this adult coloring book. Master colors, techniques, and your own
artistic spirit as you see the world like never before. In Coloring
the Universe, mythology, history, metaphysics, and illustration all
join seamlessly. Unlike typical animal and mandala coloring books
for adults, this unconventional art history book combines: Fine art
Indigenous art Mythical creatures American cartooning Egyptian
hieroglyphics Caribbean image-ry If you're looking for a graffiti
adult coloring book, mandala and animal coloring book, or art
history book for adults-and enjoyed books like Graffiti Art
Coloring Book, Color the Classics, or Adult Coloring Book: Stress
Relieving Designs-then Lebo's Coloring the Universe will awaken
your inner artist!
Addressing one of the greatest challenges posed to new
artists--drawing human beings accurately and expressively--this
encouraging sourcebook gives artists of all skill levels a
classroom view of life drawing, from full-form views to close
studies of hands, feet, faces, and limbs. Giving each exercise a
modern, fresh approach, instructor Gottfried Bammes encourages
artists to "get it right" and includes simple tips and methods to
achieve a correctly drawn figure. Additional in-depth chapters deal
with proportion, structure, and posture, emphasizing both a
balanced and emotive composition.
Inspired by the Barn Quilt popularity and many Barn Quilt Trails
surfacing around the US, this colouring book features barn quilt
patterns and pictures for you to colour. It also includes
Scriptures about the beauty of the earth, bounty, harvest, hard
work, early morning, and creation. Color your own barn quilt and
watch each picture come alive as you allow your creativity to flow
freely, filling the intricate images with the beauty of colour.
Drawing is vitally important for the fashion industry. Fashion
Illustration represents a designer's point of view and Anna Kiper's
aim is to contribute to the revival of this unique art form. Every
illustration lesson in the book presents a story with exciting
design details and ideas to inspire designers to rediscover the art
of hand drawing as a tool for creating vibrant and original work.
'A hand drawing creates a direct connection to the artist,
expressing the individual style, energy and creativity' - from Anna
Kiper's introduction. Written for both newcomers and improvers,
Fashion Illustration will help you to: achieve movement and
attitude in figure drawing by following a few simple steps; develop
striking and energetic page compositions; explore effortless ways
to illustrate print, textures and embellishments; discover an
exciting variety of media and techniques to enrich your individual
drawing style. This beautifully illustrated and inspirational book
is written by Anna Kiper, one of the world's leading fashion
designers and illustrators. Contents: Introduction, The Fashion
Figure, The Figure in Detail, Faces, Arms & Hands, Legs &
Feet, Dressing the Fashion figure, Fashion Dictionary, Fashion
Flats, Accessories, Page Composition with Impact, Illustrating Men,
Illustrating Children, Fabric Rendering Techniques, Exploring
Media, Model Drawing, Inspiration, Mood, Design.
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