Author: Alicia Vannoy Call
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583822
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop or polish their acrylic painting skills, The Art of Painting in Acrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium. This comprehensive guide offers a fresh, modern approach to painting in acrylic. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, The Art of Painting in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including paints and brushes, supports, mediums, and other essential information for working with this fast-drying paint. In addition to learning about basic color theory, painting techniques, and how to work with acrylic paint and textures, aspiring artists will enjoy putting their painting skills to use by practicing the step-by-step demonstrations designed to instruct and entertain. Professional acrylic painters provide easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction and inspiration, enabling readers to learn techniques for mastering this lightweight, versatile, and easy-to-use medium. In-depth lessons cover a variety of subject matter ranging from still lifes and portraits to landscapes and animals. Along the way, aspiring artists will discover helpful tips and tricks for rendering a variety of textures, setting up compelling compositions, achieving accurate proportions, and more. With its breadth of content and detail, The Art of Painting in Acrylic is a must-have resource for any artist's reference library. Includes: Color Theory, Basic Drawing, Painting Techniques, Still Lifes & Flowers, Landscapes, Seascapes, Portraits, and Animals/Pet Portraits.
The Art of Painting in Acrylic
Author: Alicia Vannoy Call
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583822
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop or polish their acrylic painting skills, The Art of Painting in Acrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium. This comprehensive guide offers a fresh, modern approach to painting in acrylic. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, The Art of Painting in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including paints and brushes, supports, mediums, and other essential information for working with this fast-drying paint. In addition to learning about basic color theory, painting techniques, and how to work with acrylic paint and textures, aspiring artists will enjoy putting their painting skills to use by practicing the step-by-step demonstrations designed to instruct and entertain. Professional acrylic painters provide easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction and inspiration, enabling readers to learn techniques for mastering this lightweight, versatile, and easy-to-use medium. In-depth lessons cover a variety of subject matter ranging from still lifes and portraits to landscapes and animals. Along the way, aspiring artists will discover helpful tips and tricks for rendering a variety of textures, setting up compelling compositions, achieving accurate proportions, and more. With its breadth of content and detail, The Art of Painting in Acrylic is a must-have resource for any artist's reference library. Includes: Color Theory, Basic Drawing, Painting Techniques, Still Lifes & Flowers, Landscapes, Seascapes, Portraits, and Animals/Pet Portraits.
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583822
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop or polish their acrylic painting skills, The Art of Painting in Acrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium. This comprehensive guide offers a fresh, modern approach to painting in acrylic. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, The Art of Painting in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including paints and brushes, supports, mediums, and other essential information for working with this fast-drying paint. In addition to learning about basic color theory, painting techniques, and how to work with acrylic paint and textures, aspiring artists will enjoy putting their painting skills to use by practicing the step-by-step demonstrations designed to instruct and entertain. Professional acrylic painters provide easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction and inspiration, enabling readers to learn techniques for mastering this lightweight, versatile, and easy-to-use medium. In-depth lessons cover a variety of subject matter ranging from still lifes and portraits to landscapes and animals. Along the way, aspiring artists will discover helpful tips and tricks for rendering a variety of textures, setting up compelling compositions, achieving accurate proportions, and more. With its breadth of content and detail, The Art of Painting in Acrylic is a must-have resource for any artist's reference library. Includes: Color Theory, Basic Drawing, Painting Techniques, Still Lifes & Flowers, Landscapes, Seascapes, Portraits, and Animals/Pet Portraits.
Painting in Acrylic
Author: Varvara Harmon
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583350
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop their acrylic painting skills, Painting inAcrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium and painting a variety of subjects. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, Painting in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including brushes, supports, acrylic mediums, color palettes, and other essentials for using this fast-drying paint. Artists will learn about color theory, the color wheel, and such basic techniques as impasto, stippling, glazing, drybrushing, washes, and creating an underpainting. Aspiring artists will explore value, perspective, light, shadow, and form, as well as how to effectively render a variety of textures, including wood, foliage, glass, metal, water, rock, and more. Engaging, approachable step-by-step projects appeal to artists of all skill levels and cover a range of subject matter, including still lifes, animals, tabletop compositions, landscapes, flowers, trees, and more, from start to finish. A professional acrylic painter provides easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction and inspiration so artists can put their newfound skills to practical use as they discover the secrets to mastering this lightweight, versatile, and easy-to-use medium. Perfect for first-time acrylic painters, as well as experienced artists looking to refine their technique, Painting in Acrylic inspires creativity, provides suggestions for overcoming technical obstacles, and includes plenty of useful tips and encouragement. With comprehensive, valuable information; stunning artwork; and a fresh take on a traditional medium, Painting in Acrylic is the perfect addition to any artist’s library.
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583350
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Ideal for beginning and intermediate artists seeking to develop their acrylic painting skills, Painting inAcrylic features a range of techniques and valuable instruction for working with this classic medium and painting a variety of subjects. Beginning with detailed information for using acrylic tools and materials, Painting in Acrylic introduces artists to the basics, including brushes, supports, acrylic mediums, color palettes, and other essentials for using this fast-drying paint. Artists will learn about color theory, the color wheel, and such basic techniques as impasto, stippling, glazing, drybrushing, washes, and creating an underpainting. Aspiring artists will explore value, perspective, light, shadow, and form, as well as how to effectively render a variety of textures, including wood, foliage, glass, metal, water, rock, and more. Engaging, approachable step-by-step projects appeal to artists of all skill levels and cover a range of subject matter, including still lifes, animals, tabletop compositions, landscapes, flowers, trees, and more, from start to finish. A professional acrylic painter provides easy-to-follow, comprehensive instruction and inspiration so artists can put their newfound skills to practical use as they discover the secrets to mastering this lightweight, versatile, and easy-to-use medium. Perfect for first-time acrylic painters, as well as experienced artists looking to refine their technique, Painting in Acrylic inspires creativity, provides suggestions for overcoming technical obstacles, and includes plenty of useful tips and encouragement. With comprehensive, valuable information; stunning artwork; and a fresh take on a traditional medium, Painting in Acrylic is the perfect addition to any artist’s library.
Art of Acrylic Painting
Author: Walter Foster Creative Team
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1560109149
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
"Discover all the techniques you need to know to create beautiful paintings in acrylic"--Cover.
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1560109149
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
"Discover all the techniques you need to know to create beautiful paintings in acrylic"--Cover.
Painting: Acrylic Basics
Author: Janice Robertson
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 163322791X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Learn everything you need to know to get started with acrylic painting. From rendering light and shadow to creating realism through depth and texture, aspiring artists will discover the basics of acrylic painting through engaging, inspirational lessons and useful artist's tips. Beginning artists will find helpful information about selecting the right paintbrushes, supports, and paints to get started in acrylic painting. Additionally, artists will discover practical tips for using basic and special acrylic painting techniques to render textures, suggest dimension, and create effects. Featuring the artwork of Janice Robertson, Acrylic Basics includes a variety of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects that are approachable for the beginning artist, including dynamic landscapes, colorful still life, and sweeping vistas. Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. With comprehensive instruction, plenty of artist tips and tricks, and beautiful artwork to inspire, Acrylic Basics is the perfect resource for any aspiring acrylic painter.
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 163322791X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 46
Book Description
Learn everything you need to know to get started with acrylic painting. From rendering light and shadow to creating realism through depth and texture, aspiring artists will discover the basics of acrylic painting through engaging, inspirational lessons and useful artist's tips. Beginning artists will find helpful information about selecting the right paintbrushes, supports, and paints to get started in acrylic painting. Additionally, artists will discover practical tips for using basic and special acrylic painting techniques to render textures, suggest dimension, and create effects. Featuring the artwork of Janice Robertson, Acrylic Basics includes a variety of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects that are approachable for the beginning artist, including dynamic landscapes, colorful still life, and sweeping vistas. Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. With comprehensive instruction, plenty of artist tips and tricks, and beautiful artwork to inspire, Acrylic Basics is the perfect resource for any aspiring acrylic painter.
Mastering the Art of Painting
Author: Francisco Asensio Cerver
Publisher: H.F. Ullmann
ISBN: 9780841616493
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Acrylic, watercolours, oil, and pastel colours are the four classical means of artistic expression in painting. With this practice-oriented introduction readers can learn about them by trying their own hand at painting and perfecting their skills step-by-step. The book provides an overview of the artist's tools and the various types of painting. The wealth of illustrative information ranges from simple everyday objects to still life and landscapes, the human body and portrait painting. Examples of each genre demonstrate the various stages of painting a picture. This enables learners to improve their technique from the very first sketch to the most complex composition: Mastering the Art of Painting is the ideal introduction for the prospective artist!
Publisher: H.F. Ullmann
ISBN: 9780841616493
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Acrylic, watercolours, oil, and pastel colours are the four classical means of artistic expression in painting. With this practice-oriented introduction readers can learn about them by trying their own hand at painting and perfecting their skills step-by-step. The book provides an overview of the artist's tools and the various types of painting. The wealth of illustrative information ranges from simple everyday objects to still life and landscapes, the human body and portrait painting. Examples of each genre demonstrate the various stages of painting a picture. This enables learners to improve their technique from the very first sketch to the most complex composition: Mastering the Art of Painting is the ideal introduction for the prospective artist!
How to Paint with Acrylics
Author: Rockridge Press
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1638075719
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Unleash kids' creativity with easy acrylic tutorials and projects for ages 8 to 12 Painting is so much fun! Whether the child in your life wants to become a great painter someday or just express themselves artistically, this book will show them how to use acrylic paints to create artwork of their own. They'll find step-by-step lessons and projects that teach them everything from setting up their art station to painting light and texture like a pro. This standout among art books for kids age 8-12 includes: Acrylic painting 101—Kids will learn about the tools an artist uses, then dive into beginner-friendly lessons about colors, lines and shapes, positive and negative space, and more. Skill-building projects—Inspire kids to boost their acrylic skills with painting projects that start out simple and become more challenging. Tips and inspiration—This art book for kids helps them master basic painting techniques with pro tips and creative prompts that encourage them to express themselves in new ways. Introduce kids to the joy of painting with How to Paint with Acrylics.
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1638075719
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Unleash kids' creativity with easy acrylic tutorials and projects for ages 8 to 12 Painting is so much fun! Whether the child in your life wants to become a great painter someday or just express themselves artistically, this book will show them how to use acrylic paints to create artwork of their own. They'll find step-by-step lessons and projects that teach them everything from setting up their art station to painting light and texture like a pro. This standout among art books for kids age 8-12 includes: Acrylic painting 101—Kids will learn about the tools an artist uses, then dive into beginner-friendly lessons about colors, lines and shapes, positive and negative space, and more. Skill-building projects—Inspire kids to boost their acrylic skills with painting projects that start out simple and become more challenging. Tips and inspiration—This art book for kids helps them master basic painting techniques with pro tips and creative prompts that encourage them to express themselves in new ways. Introduce kids to the joy of painting with How to Paint with Acrylics.
The North Light Book of Acrylic Painting Techniques
Author: Earl Grenville Killeen
Publisher: North Light Books
ISBN: 9780891348979
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Those who love the adaptability of acrylic but have trouble working with its unique properties will be enlightened and inspired by this book''s instruction. Over 100 diverse compositions by 23 artists are featured.'
Publisher: North Light Books
ISBN: 9780891348979
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
Those who love the adaptability of acrylic but have trouble working with its unique properties will be enlightened and inspired by this book''s instruction. Over 100 diverse compositions by 23 artists are featured.'
The Art of Painting Landscapes, Seascapes, and Skyscapes in Oil & Acrylic
Author: Martin Clarke
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583016
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
From a golden African sunset and a blanket of Midwestern clouds to a pastoral Italian countryside and an Australian surf break,The Art of Painting Landscapes, Seascapes, and Skyscapes in Oil & Acrylicfeatures an array of easy-to-follow step-by-step painting lessons gathered from some of Walter Foster’s bestselling titles. Six accomplished artists provide comprehensive instruction for capturing mood, time of day, and a variety of outdoor scenes, while valuable tips and techniques demonstrate just how fun working in oil and acrylic can be!
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 1600583016
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
From a golden African sunset and a blanket of Midwestern clouds to a pastoral Italian countryside and an Australian surf break,The Art of Painting Landscapes, Seascapes, and Skyscapes in Oil & Acrylicfeatures an array of easy-to-follow step-by-step painting lessons gathered from some of Walter Foster’s bestselling titles. Six accomplished artists provide comprehensive instruction for capturing mood, time of day, and a variety of outdoor scenes, while valuable tips and techniques demonstrate just how fun working in oil and acrylic can be!
When Stravinsky Met Nijinsky
Author: Lauren Stringer
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547907257
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
Composer Igor Stravinsky and choreographer Vaslav Nijinsky, Russian comrades, worked together to bring a very different and new ballet to a Parisian audienceN"The Rite of Spring"Nand rioting filled the streets! Full color.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 0547907257
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 37
Book Description
Composer Igor Stravinsky and choreographer Vaslav Nijinsky, Russian comrades, worked together to bring a very different and new ballet to a Parisian audienceN"The Rite of Spring"Nand rioting filled the streets! Full color.
Daily Painting
Author: Carol Marine
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0770435343
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A unique system for jump-starting artistic creativity, encouraging experimentation and growth, and increasing sales for artists of all levels, from novices to professionals. Have you landed in a frustrating rut? Are you having trouble selling paintings in galleries, getting bogged down by projects you can’t seem to finish or abandon, or finding excuses to avoid working in the studio? Author Carol Marine knows exactly how you feel—she herself suffered from painter’s block, until she discovered “daily painting.” The idea is simple: do art (usually small) often (how often is up to you), and if you’d like, post and sell it online. Soon you’ll find that your block dissolves and you’re painting work you love—and more of it than you ever thought possible! With her encouraging tone and useful exercises, Marine teaches you to: -Master composition and value -Become confident in any medium including oil painting, acrylic painting, watercolors, and other media -Choose subjects wisely -Stay fresh and loose -Photograph, post, and sell your art online -Become connected to the growing movement of daily painters around the world
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0770435343
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
A unique system for jump-starting artistic creativity, encouraging experimentation and growth, and increasing sales for artists of all levels, from novices to professionals. Have you landed in a frustrating rut? Are you having trouble selling paintings in galleries, getting bogged down by projects you can’t seem to finish or abandon, or finding excuses to avoid working in the studio? Author Carol Marine knows exactly how you feel—she herself suffered from painter’s block, until she discovered “daily painting.” The idea is simple: do art (usually small) often (how often is up to you), and if you’d like, post and sell it online. Soon you’ll find that your block dissolves and you’re painting work you love—and more of it than you ever thought possible! With her encouraging tone and useful exercises, Marine teaches you to: -Master composition and value -Become confident in any medium including oil painting, acrylic painting, watercolors, and other media -Choose subjects wisely -Stay fresh and loose -Photograph, post, and sell your art online -Become connected to the growing movement of daily painters around the world