Painting Still Life

Fülszöveg

Explore and master the major techniques and media for
painting still life
Offers advice on selecting suitable materials and equipment for the best results
Focuses on understanding perspective, lighting and composition
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Illustrated throughout with finished work and step-by-step
demonstrations showing the methods used •
Emphasis placed on mixing and blending colours including pastel, watercolour, oil and acrylic
An invaluable source of practical information and inspiration for beginners and artists wishing to increase their skills
For over 400 years, artists have explored the world of still life; it is perhaps one of the most attractive of painting subjects.
An Introduction to Painting Still Life explores all the major techniques and media offering the artist a wealth of valuable information on how to achieve the best results.
The opening chapters discuss selecting the right equipment, and examine the importance of underdrawing, learning the basics of perspective,... Tovább

Fülszöveg

Explore and master the major techniques and media for
painting still life
Offers advice on selecting suitable materials and equipment for the best results
Focuses on understanding perspective, lighting and composition
•
Illustrated throughout with finished work and step-by-step
demonstrations showing the methods used •
Emphasis placed on mixing and blending colours including pastel, watercolour, oil and acrylic
An invaluable source of practical information and inspiration for beginners and artists wishing to increase their skills
For over 400 years, artists have explored the world of still life; it is perhaps one of the most attractive of painting subjects.
An Introduction to Painting Still Life explores all the major techniques and media offering the artist a wealth of valuable information on how to achieve the best results.
The opening chapters discuss selecting the right equipment, and examine the importance of underdrawing, learning the basics of perspective, placing emphasis on lighting, choosing and arranging a subject for a successful composition and mixing and blending colours.
The text is complemented by a gallery of contemporary work paying particular attention to differing approaches. In addition there are practical step-by-step demonstrations showing the methods used to achieve varied and outstanding results. From pastel to watercolour, and oil to acrylic, they reveal how the different media can be used to create stunning visual effects.
An Introduction to Painting Still Life aims to enthuse, encourage and stimulate your ideas and be a source of inspiration for your still life work. Vissza