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A must-have reference book for today's artists and art students.
Every artist needs to learn and master the still life. Written by a
well-known artist and expert instructor, The Art of Still Life
offers a comprehensive, contemporary approach to the subject that
instructs artists on the foundation basics and advanced techniques
they need for successful drawing and painting. In addition to
Casey's stunning paintings, the work of over fifty past and present
masters is included, so that the book will do double duty as a
hardworking how-to manual and a visual treasure trove of some of
the finest still life art throughout history and being created
today.
"In The Oil Painter's Color Handbook, Todd Casey presents priceless
information that every art school should teach and every art
student should learn. The book breaks down the subject of color
into useful pieces of knowledge that painters can put into
practice. He analyzes color in terms of light, value, pigment,
mixing strategies, palette arrangements, and painting techniques.
Each topic is clearly and succinctly explained in the text,
illustrated with captions, charts, diagrams, and finished
paintings. By the end of the book, the reader will have a clear
understanding of how realist painters and illustrators have used
color through history." - James Gurney, artist and author "This is
the most impressive and complete book on color ever produced. It
covers a wide range of color concepts, including some I'd never
seen before. It digs deeply into color harmony, techniques, and has
powerful examples to demonstrate every concept." - Eric Rhoads,
Publisher, Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine From Todd M. Casey,
acclaimed artist and expert teacher, The Oil Painter's Color
Handbook: A Contemporary Guide to color Mixing, Pigments, Palettes,
and Harmony provides everything the oil painter needs to understand
all aspects of color and empowers the reader to paint with
confidence. As Casey notes, every artist and artist-in-training
must learn how to "master the main concepts of picture-making:
drawing, light, shadow, value, form, composition, and color." A
follow-up to the bestselling The Art of Still Life: A Contemporary
Guide to Classical Techniques, Composition, and Painting in Oil
(Monacelli, 2020), The Oil Painter's Color Handbook begins with an
in-depth look at the use of color throughout art history. Casey
then breaks down the process of understanding color into easily
digestible lessons-each clearly explained and richly illustrated
with both historic and contemporary paintings-so that the reader
can learn progressively and layer more complex ideas as each skill
is achieved. Through clear instruction, step-by-step
demonstrations, and challenging exercises, readers will learn to
apply these techniques and concepts to their own painting. Once
educated with this fundamental knowledge, as an artist, one can
begin to find the balance between the science and emotional
intuition in creating art. This informative and visually dynamic
book will be accessible and appealing to artists, art students, and
art instructors, to serious amateurs and hobbyists.
This is exactly what it sounds like: instead of photos or
illustrations, this cocktail book is fully illustrated with oil
paintings. Featuring an all-star team, Cocktails, A Still Life is
less of a bartending guide and more of a presentation piece
attracting the eye, mind, and palate focused squarely on the
art-including the dozens of luscious, hand-painted images. As they
say, "We drink first with our eyes." Contemporary still-life master
Todd Casey has collected 60 paintings for 60 classic drink recipes,
developed by Drinkology author James Waller, that are then paired
with witty and imminently readable behind-the-bar anecdotes and
histories by beverage historian Christine Sismondo. Broken down
into sections, inspired by times and events that call for a
cocktail, the book includes art, recipes, and history. Drinks
include: Part One: Daytime Drinking * Belgian Beers * Bellini *
Bloody Mary * Mojito * Ramos Gin Fizz Part Two: Aperitivo Hour *
Aperol Spritz * Daiquiri * Gimlet * Gin & Tonic * Sgroppino
Part Three: Cocktail Party * Cosmopolitan * Long Island Iced Tea *
Mai Tai * Negroni * Vieux Carre Part Four: Celebration * Egg Nog *
French 75 * Margarita * Mezcal and Sangrita * Mint Julep Part Five:
After Dinner/Nightcap * Boulevardier * Brandy Alexander *
Grasshopper * Irish Coffee * Sake Both a sophisticated gift and a
useful cocktail-making guide, Cocktails, A Still Life is not just
for "cocktail nerds" but also for those who enjoy finely crafted
art and finely crafted beverages.
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