Author: Gus Van SantPublisher: Twelvetrees
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
108 Portraits
Author: Gus Van SantPublisher: Twelvetrees
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Catalogue of the Collection of Miniatures
Author: John Pierpont MorganPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Collection development (Libraries)
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
Painting Portraits
Author: Anthony ConnollyPublisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847975046
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 261
Book Description
Portrait painting is inherently difficult and requires a unique understanding of and sensitivity to the sitter. This practical book considers the historical context of portrait painting and its contemporary practice. Written by a professional portrait painter, it describes the intricacies of making a portrait not just for the technically minded but also for those who are interested in a painter's perspective on the role and importance of portraiture.Step-by-step demonstrations of portraits and self-portraits.Techniques that use colour to introduce subtleties and presence.Advice on catching a likeness and overcoming difficulties.Discussion about the significance of copying and photography.Insights into the artistic process of the portrait painter.Work of contemporary and distinguished painters.'What fascinates me most, much much more than anything else in painting, is the portrait, the modern portrait.' Vincent van Gogh. A practical guide that considers the historical context of portrait painting and its contemporary practice.Aimed at beginners and more experienced; untutored groups and individual artists of portrait painters.Gives step-by-step demonstrations of portraits and self-portraits.Covers use of colour to introduce subtleties and presence.Superbly illustrated with 180 colour illustrations.Anthony Connolly is a professional portrait painter and won the prestigious Prince of Wales Award for Portrait Drawing in 2004.
Catalogue of Portraits in the Possession of the University, Colleges, City, and County of Oxford
Author: Oxford Historical Society (Oxford, England)Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 396
Book Description
Digital Photos, Movies, and Music Gigabook For Dummies
Author: Mark L. ChambersPublisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0764578537
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 963
Book Description
Introducing the most complete digital media reference available-more than 900 pages of fun and easy instructions and tips on digital photography, digital video, digital music, and CD and DVD recording At under $35, this value-priced book is the only single-volume digital media reference that covers such topics as choosing a digital camera, taking great pictures, and editing digital pictures Covers printing and sharing pictures, selecting a camcorder, capturing good film footage, and importing video clips Provides coverage of editing videos, buying music online, using playlists, syncing an iPod or MP3 player, and burning CDs and DVDs Includes exclusive Dummies Man reusable peel-and-stick reference tabs that readers can use to mark their favorite pages
Velazquez
Author: Aureliano de BeruetePublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
The Athenaeum
Author: Canon PowerShot G10/G11
Author: Jeff CarlsonPublisher: Peachpit Press
ISBN: 0321679512
Category : Canon digital cameras
Languages : en
Pages : 242
Book Description
Now that you've bought the amazing Canon PowerShot G10 or G11, you need a book that goes beyond a tour of the camera's features to show you exactly how to use your camera to take great pictures. With Canon PowerShot G10/G11: From Snapshots to Great Shots, you get the perfect blend of photography instruction and camera reference that will take your images to the next level! Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos from the author and the Flickr community, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera. Follow along with your friendly and knowledgeable guide, Jeff Carlson, and you will: Learn the top ten things you need to know about shooting with the G10 or G11 Use the camera's Automatic modes to get better shots right away Move on to the Creative modes, where you have full control over the look and feel of your images Master the photographic basics of composition, focus, depth of field, and much more Learn all the best tricks and techniques for getting great action shots, landscapes, and portraits Find out how to get great shots in low light Fully grasp all the concepts and techniques as you go, with assignments at the end of every chapter With Canon PowerShot G10/G11: From Snapshots to Great Shots, you'll learn not only what makes a great shot work--you'll learn how to get that shot using your G10 or G11. And once you've got the shot, show it off! Join the book's Flickr group, share your photos, and discuss how you use your camera to get great shots at flickr.com/groups/canon_g10g11_from_snapshots_ to_greatshots.
Washington, the Nation's Capital
Author: Charles Bingham ReynoldsPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Washington (D.C.)
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
Art in a Season of Revolution
Author: Margaretta M. LovellPublisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
ISBN: 0812219910
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
"Lovell delights, astonishes, and challenges us with her insightful new readings of early American paintings and material culture objects."--"Journal of the Early Republic"