Author: Mary Whyte
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823026736
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Using clear and concise language and in-depth, step-by-step demonstrations, author and renowned artist Mary Whyte guides beginning and intermediate watercolorists through the entire painting process, from selecting materials to fundamental techniques to working with models. Going beyond the practical application of techniques, Whyte helps new artists capture not just the model's physical likeness, but their unique personality and spirit. Richly illustrated, the book features Mary Whyte's vibrant empathetic watercolors and works by such masters of watercolor as Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
Painting Portraits and Figures in Watercolor
Author: Mary Whyte
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823026736
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Using clear and concise language and in-depth, step-by-step demonstrations, author and renowned artist Mary Whyte guides beginning and intermediate watercolorists through the entire painting process, from selecting materials to fundamental techniques to working with models. Going beyond the practical application of techniques, Whyte helps new artists capture not just the model's physical likeness, but their unique personality and spirit. Richly illustrated, the book features Mary Whyte's vibrant empathetic watercolors and works by such masters of watercolor as Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823026736
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Using clear and concise language and in-depth, step-by-step demonstrations, author and renowned artist Mary Whyte guides beginning and intermediate watercolorists through the entire painting process, from selecting materials to fundamental techniques to working with models. Going beyond the practical application of techniques, Whyte helps new artists capture not just the model's physical likeness, but their unique personality and spirit. Richly illustrated, the book features Mary Whyte's vibrant empathetic watercolors and works by such masters of watercolor as Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
Portrait Painting in Watercolor
Author: Charles Reid
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Guides the reader through a complete, step-by-step tour of the watercolor materials and methods needed to create expressive, masterful portraits.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
Guides the reader through a complete, step-by-step tour of the watercolor materials and methods needed to create expressive, masterful portraits.
Painting Watercolor Portraits
Author: Al Stine
Publisher: Northlight
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Popular artist Al Stine shares his secrets and techniques for creating portraits alive with emotion, expression and color. In this book, Stine shows artists how to paint fresh and colorful watercolor portraits that are as unique and alive as the subjects themselves. 210 illustrations.
Publisher: Northlight
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Popular artist Al Stine shares his secrets and techniques for creating portraits alive with emotion, expression and color. In this book, Stine shows artists how to paint fresh and colorful watercolor portraits that are as unique and alive as the subjects themselves. 210 illustrations.
Painting Watercolor Portraits That Glow
Author: Jan Kunz
Publisher: North Light Books
ISBN: 9780891349341
Category : Portrait painting
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Here's detailed step-by-step instruction to painting accurate, lively and brilliantly colorful portraits.
Publisher: North Light Books
ISBN: 9780891349341
Category : Portrait painting
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Here's detailed step-by-step instruction to painting accurate, lively and brilliantly colorful portraits.
Realistic Watercolor Portraits
Author: Suzanna Winton
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440313997
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Portraits have the power to capture a likeness that touches the soul. You can learn to paint realistic portraits with artistry following the guidance in this inspirational book. Nine complete step-by-step demonstrations show you how to use watercolors to build portraits that come to life with realism and personality. Each demonstration features a different person—so you can explore a range of ages, skin tones, facial features, hair tones and textures—mastering each detail at your own pace. Even if you are a beginner, success is within your reach as you learn how to: • Place an image properly • Capture a likeness and add character • Paint realistic skin tones • Fix mistakes without starting over • Edit visual information for greater impact • Capture the textures of clothing and accessories • Select and paint a background that supports the portrait With this guide on your side, you can achieve the portraits you've always dreamed of painting. Get started today. Great portraits await!
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440313997
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
Portraits have the power to capture a likeness that touches the soul. You can learn to paint realistic portraits with artistry following the guidance in this inspirational book. Nine complete step-by-step demonstrations show you how to use watercolors to build portraits that come to life with realism and personality. Each demonstration features a different person—so you can explore a range of ages, skin tones, facial features, hair tones and textures—mastering each detail at your own pace. Even if you are a beginner, success is within your reach as you learn how to: • Place an image properly • Capture a likeness and add character • Paint realistic skin tones • Fix mistakes without starting over • Edit visual information for greater impact • Capture the textures of clothing and accessories • Select and paint a background that supports the portrait With this guide on your side, you can achieve the portraits you've always dreamed of painting. Get started today. Great portraits await!
Learn to Paint Portraits Quickly
Author: Hazel Soan
Publisher: Batsford Books
ISBN: 1849947813
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
Bestselling artist and writer Hazel Soan delivers a concise and approachable guide to portrait painting, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations. Whether you are using watercolour, oils or acrylic, Learn to Paint Portraits Quickly explains the key elements of catching a likeness in portrait painting in a mixture of mediums. The book is filled with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step exercises that can be digested in a short period of time, and written in an accessible way for all artists to learn about portraiture. The key elements of portraiture covered in this concise book include: Finding the likeness Creating form – the light and shade The facial features Painting the hair Skin tone and colouring The body, clothing and background Illustrated with Hazel's magnificent, colourful paintings, and with practical advice and demonstrations throughout, this book is the perfect tool to help beginners master portrait painting – quickly.
Publisher: Batsford Books
ISBN: 1849947813
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
Bestselling artist and writer Hazel Soan delivers a concise and approachable guide to portrait painting, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations. Whether you are using watercolour, oils or acrylic, Learn to Paint Portraits Quickly explains the key elements of catching a likeness in portrait painting in a mixture of mediums. The book is filled with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step exercises that can be digested in a short period of time, and written in an accessible way for all artists to learn about portraiture. The key elements of portraiture covered in this concise book include: Finding the likeness Creating form – the light and shade The facial features Painting the hair Skin tone and colouring The body, clothing and background Illustrated with Hazel's magnificent, colourful paintings, and with practical advice and demonstrations throughout, this book is the perfect tool to help beginners master portrait painting – quickly.
How to Draw Portraits in Charcoal
Author: Nathan Fowkes
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781624650314
Category : ART
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Whether you're an aspiring artist or new to the medium, seasoned instructor and accomplished artist Nathan Fowkes makes drawing portraits in charcoal not only accessible, but also a real pleasure! From stocking the best supplies to using them effectively, and composing a portrait while avoiding common mistakes, How to Draw Portraits in Charcoal by Nathan Fowkes will place you firmly on the path to producing the charcoal portraits you've dreamed of creating. His easy-to-follow tips, in-depth tutorials, and valuable exercises make this guide your first step toward building an understanding and appreciation for every face you draw. This handy book will equip you with the skills to capture them in beautiful charcoal fashion.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781624650314
Category : ART
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Whether you're an aspiring artist or new to the medium, seasoned instructor and accomplished artist Nathan Fowkes makes drawing portraits in charcoal not only accessible, but also a real pleasure! From stocking the best supplies to using them effectively, and composing a portrait while avoiding common mistakes, How to Draw Portraits in Charcoal by Nathan Fowkes will place you firmly on the path to producing the charcoal portraits you've dreamed of creating. His easy-to-follow tips, in-depth tutorials, and valuable exercises make this guide your first step toward building an understanding and appreciation for every face you draw. This handy book will equip you with the skills to capture them in beautiful charcoal fashion.
Watercolour Fruit & Vegetable Portraits
Author: Billy Showell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782210832
Category : Fruit in art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"First published in hardback in Great Britain 2009" -- Colophon.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782210832
Category : Fruit in art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"First published in hardback in Great Britain 2009" -- Colophon.
The Art of Drawing & Painting Portraits
Author: Tim Chambers
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600582672
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This all-inclusive book covers everything about portraiture in the most popular drawing and painting media.
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600582672
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This all-inclusive book covers everything about portraiture in the most popular drawing and painting media.
Sketching Stuff
Author: Charlie O'Shields
Publisher: Doodlewash Books
ISBN: 0960021922
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Charlie O'Shields is the creator of Doodlewash®, founder of World Watercolor Month in July, and host of the Sketching Stuff podcast. Every single day, for over three years, he created a watercolor illustration and wrote a short essay about whatever came to mind that day and posted it on his blog. These are some of the collected favorites along with some brand new musings. With over 180 illustrations, this book is part personal memoir and sometimes just a randomly fun romp through the sillier bits of this crazy world we all inhabit. Written to take on the impossible task of inspiring creativity, unleashing your inner child, and instilling hope, it will, at the very least, make you smile and touch your heart.
Publisher: Doodlewash Books
ISBN: 0960021922
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 280
Book Description
Charlie O'Shields is the creator of Doodlewash®, founder of World Watercolor Month in July, and host of the Sketching Stuff podcast. Every single day, for over three years, he created a watercolor illustration and wrote a short essay about whatever came to mind that day and posted it on his blog. These are some of the collected favorites along with some brand new musings. With over 180 illustrations, this book is part personal memoir and sometimes just a randomly fun romp through the sillier bits of this crazy world we all inhabit. Written to take on the impossible task of inspiring creativity, unleashing your inner child, and instilling hope, it will, at the very least, make you smile and touch your heart.