Author: Jane Strother
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834575
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Layering colored pencil to blend colors can be difficult, that's where this all-in-one guide to appropriate pressure, latching, density, and other techniques comes in!
Colored Pencil Pocket Palette
Author: Jane Strother
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834575
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Layering colored pencil to blend colors can be difficult, that's where this all-in-one guide to appropriate pressure, latching, density, and other techniques comes in!
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834575
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 178
Book Description
Layering colored pencil to blend colors can be difficult, that's where this all-in-one guide to appropriate pressure, latching, density, and other techniques comes in!
Direct Watercolor
Author: Marc Holmes
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781979762021
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
For the last ten years, urban sketcher Marc Taro Holmes has been on a mission to travel the world drawing and painting on location. Thousands of loyal readers worldwide have been following his award-winning blog at CitizenSketcher.com, learning from his freely shared articles featuring hundreds of sketchbook drawings and watercolor paintings, his first-hand experiments with field-sketching gear, free downloadable art-workshops, and numerous over-the-shoulder, step-by-step demonstrations Along the way Marc wrote the instant classic: The Urban Sketcher: Techniques for Seeing and Drawing on Location (4.6 stars 180+ reviews). Marc is also the presenter of two online courses: Travel Sketching in Mixed Media and Sketching People in Motion (available from Craftsy.com). With his latest book, Direct Watercolor Marc brings you a retrospective collection of over eighty of his watercolor paintings, painted side-by-side with fellow urban sketchers in ten different countries. This is the work of a plein-air painter at the top of his game, seen for the first time as a single body of work, and accompanied with his latest thoughts on the medium of watercolor. Also included - six completely new step-by-step demonstrations, systematically explaining his deceptively simple approach to painting. Marc shows you how to paint rapidly, with little or no preparation and the minimum of supplies, unlocking the secrets of spontaneous, expressive watercolor, with a unique personal vision. Whether you're already one of Marc's readers or are about to discover his boldly expressive approach, Direct Watercolor offers you the keys to unlocking your own adventures as a sketchbook artist, traveling watercolorist, or unconventional studio painter. Please note: This ebook version of Direct Watercolor is only suitable for full-color displays such as the Kindle Fire, or the Kindle app for tablets, phones, laptops, and computers.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781979762021
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
For the last ten years, urban sketcher Marc Taro Holmes has been on a mission to travel the world drawing and painting on location. Thousands of loyal readers worldwide have been following his award-winning blog at CitizenSketcher.com, learning from his freely shared articles featuring hundreds of sketchbook drawings and watercolor paintings, his first-hand experiments with field-sketching gear, free downloadable art-workshops, and numerous over-the-shoulder, step-by-step demonstrations Along the way Marc wrote the instant classic: The Urban Sketcher: Techniques for Seeing and Drawing on Location (4.6 stars 180+ reviews). Marc is also the presenter of two online courses: Travel Sketching in Mixed Media and Sketching People in Motion (available from Craftsy.com). With his latest book, Direct Watercolor Marc brings you a retrospective collection of over eighty of his watercolor paintings, painted side-by-side with fellow urban sketchers in ten different countries. This is the work of a plein-air painter at the top of his game, seen for the first time as a single body of work, and accompanied with his latest thoughts on the medium of watercolor. Also included - six completely new step-by-step demonstrations, systematically explaining his deceptively simple approach to painting. Marc shows you how to paint rapidly, with little or no preparation and the minimum of supplies, unlocking the secrets of spontaneous, expressive watercolor, with a unique personal vision. Whether you're already one of Marc's readers or are about to discover his boldly expressive approach, Direct Watercolor offers you the keys to unlocking your own adventures as a sketchbook artist, traveling watercolorist, or unconventional studio painter. Please note: This ebook version of Direct Watercolor is only suitable for full-color displays such as the Kindle Fire, or the Kindle app for tablets, phones, laptops, and computers.
Mastering Colored Pencil
Author: Lisa Dinhofer
Publisher: The Monacelli Press, LLC
ISBN: 1580934927
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Many people who bought colored pencils during the adult coloring book craze are now looking to learn new ways to be creative with them. In Mastering Colored Pencil, artist and colored pencil evangelist Lisa Dinhofer presents everything artists need to know about traditional and contemporary drawing techniques, materials, and color theory in order to master this versatile medium. Colored pencils, an inexpensive, easy to use, and mobile medium, are coming of age. More and more artists are discovering the incredible qualities of drawing with colored pencils. The wide variety of vibrant color choices among the major manufacturers seems endless. At a recent count, there are more than fifty different reds in the colored pencil spectrum of Prismacolor, Faber-Castell, and Derwent. The base of the pencils vary as well: wax, watercolor, pastel, and graphite. These can be interchanged or mixed together. The effects that can be achieved are limitless. A work in pencil can be a drawing, a watercolor, or an oil painting. A wax pencil can sketch, can draw, can paint. A watercolor pencil can do the same. The drawing can be transparent as a loose wash or as dense as an oil on canvas. Artists can work as small as a postage stamp or as large as a wall. Mastering Colored Pencil is illustrated throughout with Dinhofer’s fresh and sophisticated artwork and includes more than twenty-five step-by-step demonstrations, thoughtful exercises, workbook templates, and specific assignments that are sure to help every artist achieve striking results with pencils. A special exhibition section includes work, technique descriptions, and insights from seven additional contemporary artists.
Publisher: The Monacelli Press, LLC
ISBN: 1580934927
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Many people who bought colored pencils during the adult coloring book craze are now looking to learn new ways to be creative with them. In Mastering Colored Pencil, artist and colored pencil evangelist Lisa Dinhofer presents everything artists need to know about traditional and contemporary drawing techniques, materials, and color theory in order to master this versatile medium. Colored pencils, an inexpensive, easy to use, and mobile medium, are coming of age. More and more artists are discovering the incredible qualities of drawing with colored pencils. The wide variety of vibrant color choices among the major manufacturers seems endless. At a recent count, there are more than fifty different reds in the colored pencil spectrum of Prismacolor, Faber-Castell, and Derwent. The base of the pencils vary as well: wax, watercolor, pastel, and graphite. These can be interchanged or mixed together. The effects that can be achieved are limitless. A work in pencil can be a drawing, a watercolor, or an oil painting. A wax pencil can sketch, can draw, can paint. A watercolor pencil can do the same. The drawing can be transparent as a loose wash or as dense as an oil on canvas. Artists can work as small as a postage stamp or as large as a wall. Mastering Colored Pencil is illustrated throughout with Dinhofer’s fresh and sophisticated artwork and includes more than twenty-five step-by-step demonstrations, thoughtful exercises, workbook templates, and specific assignments that are sure to help every artist achieve striking results with pencils. A special exhibition section includes work, technique descriptions, and insights from seven additional contemporary artists.
Color Inspiration Reference Book
Author: Anne Manera
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781687199256
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Enhance Your Coloring Hobby with Color PalettesRelax and bring a smile to your face with this color reference guide designed for coloring enthusiasts from bestselling artist, Anne Manera. Are you stumped when choosing colors for your coloring page, home decorating project, crafting project or just want to be inspired to be more creative by adding color to your lifestyle? This book is is filled with 100 color palettes based on original photographs by Anne Manera. Use this book as your reference guide in choosing colors for your next creative project. Each color palette is this book is based on a photograph with 5 colors presented from various sections of the photograph. Each color includes the hex value code, which can be used to cross reference the color with RGB, HSB and CMYK, home decorating items such as fabric, wallpaper and paint as well as many colored pencil and marker brands. Why You Will Enjoy this Book Uniques Color Palettes Color palettes are each made up of original photography by Anne Manera. Paperback Copy Book or Kindle Version Available Choose from an 8.5" x 11" paperback book or Kindle version to download to your mobile device, laptop or desktop computer. A Great Gift for All Ages - Adults, Kids, Seniors - anyone who loves to color will enjoy this coloring reference guide. About Anne Manera-Over 100 Coloring Books, Journals, Cookbooks, Kids Books and More ! Anne Manera has a variety of coloring books for all ages and skill levels. From simple to complicated, choose from a variety of themes such as mandalas, abstract, cats, dogs, inspirational, grayscale, abstracts, patterns, whimsical and more ! Free Coloring Tutorials Anne Manera hosts Live coloring tutorials on Facebook that are always FREE to watch and learn. Video replays are always available on Anne's website. Contact info is in every book. Online Coloring Community Meet fellow colorists and share your love of coloring and art in Anne Manera's coloring groups, online coloring camps and weekly coloring tutorials. Buy Now & Unleash Your Creativity Scroll to the top of the page and click the Add to Cart button
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781687199256
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Enhance Your Coloring Hobby with Color PalettesRelax and bring a smile to your face with this color reference guide designed for coloring enthusiasts from bestselling artist, Anne Manera. Are you stumped when choosing colors for your coloring page, home decorating project, crafting project or just want to be inspired to be more creative by adding color to your lifestyle? This book is is filled with 100 color palettes based on original photographs by Anne Manera. Use this book as your reference guide in choosing colors for your next creative project. Each color palette is this book is based on a photograph with 5 colors presented from various sections of the photograph. Each color includes the hex value code, which can be used to cross reference the color with RGB, HSB and CMYK, home decorating items such as fabric, wallpaper and paint as well as many colored pencil and marker brands. Why You Will Enjoy this Book Uniques Color Palettes Color palettes are each made up of original photography by Anne Manera. Paperback Copy Book or Kindle Version Available Choose from an 8.5" x 11" paperback book or Kindle version to download to your mobile device, laptop or desktop computer. A Great Gift for All Ages - Adults, Kids, Seniors - anyone who loves to color will enjoy this coloring reference guide. About Anne Manera-Over 100 Coloring Books, Journals, Cookbooks, Kids Books and More ! Anne Manera has a variety of coloring books for all ages and skill levels. From simple to complicated, choose from a variety of themes such as mandalas, abstract, cats, dogs, inspirational, grayscale, abstracts, patterns, whimsical and more ! Free Coloring Tutorials Anne Manera hosts Live coloring tutorials on Facebook that are always FREE to watch and learn. Video replays are always available on Anne's website. Contact info is in every book. Online Coloring Community Meet fellow colorists and share your love of coloring and art in Anne Manera's coloring groups, online coloring camps and weekly coloring tutorials. Buy Now & Unleash Your Creativity Scroll to the top of the page and click the Add to Cart button
The Colored Pencil
Author: Bet Borgeson
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780823007493
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
No one who works in colored pencil—or wants to—can afford to be without this book, which is the most complete resource on the medium. The revised edition provides the latest information on colored pencils while retaining the best feature of the original: Bogeson's beautiful artwork; authoritative information about materials; clearcut lessons on color mixing and specific techniques; and demonstrations of various methods for creating works in colored pencils. Two new chapters introduce revolutionary techniques: applying frisket film to lift colored pencil pigment from paper, and using ordinary masking tape to remove even densely applied color. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780823007493
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
No one who works in colored pencil—or wants to—can afford to be without this book, which is the most complete resource on the medium. The revised edition provides the latest information on colored pencils while retaining the best feature of the original: Bogeson's beautiful artwork; authoritative information about materials; clearcut lessons on color mixing and specific techniques; and demonstrations of various methods for creating works in colored pencils. Two new chapters introduce revolutionary techniques: applying frisket film to lift colored pencil pigment from paper, and using ordinary masking tape to remove even densely applied color. From the Trade Paperback edition.
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.
Artist's Sketchbook
Author: Cathy Johnson
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440338809
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Grab your pen and seize the day! Make art a part of your everyday life, and everyday life a part of your art. Vast opportunities and great joy await you as you learn sketching "on the spot"--be it in your own backyard, amid the bustle of a busy market, on a hike or wherever you happen to find yourself. Cathy Johnson leads you on this thrilling expedition as you explore ways to turn everyday sights and experiences into a cache of visual memories. She and other artists have opened their sketchbooks to share their favorite subjects, ranging from nature's paraphernalia to aging buildings, crashing waves and beloved pets. You will travel the world through sketches and stories, through deserts and deep woods, cities and small towns. Along the way, you'll pick up helpful tips and clever, on-location improvisations for making your sketching sessions pleasurable, safe and productive. • Chapters focus on sketching subjects close to home, on travels, in nature, in urban settings and from everyday life. • 10+ artists share favorite sketches, tips and techniques. • 15+ demos reveal on-the-spot sketches as they come together. • Includes expert advice on getting the best results from a range of mediums, including graphite, ink, colored pencil, watercolor and gouache. The Artist's Sketchbook is pure delight, full of passion and possibility, ideas and inspirations. You'll learn ways to be prepared, simplify, still your inner critic, embrace the here and now, and in doing so, discover wonders you never thought to look for.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440338809
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 129
Book Description
Grab your pen and seize the day! Make art a part of your everyday life, and everyday life a part of your art. Vast opportunities and great joy await you as you learn sketching "on the spot"--be it in your own backyard, amid the bustle of a busy market, on a hike or wherever you happen to find yourself. Cathy Johnson leads you on this thrilling expedition as you explore ways to turn everyday sights and experiences into a cache of visual memories. She and other artists have opened their sketchbooks to share their favorite subjects, ranging from nature's paraphernalia to aging buildings, crashing waves and beloved pets. You will travel the world through sketches and stories, through deserts and deep woods, cities and small towns. Along the way, you'll pick up helpful tips and clever, on-location improvisations for making your sketching sessions pleasurable, safe and productive. • Chapters focus on sketching subjects close to home, on travels, in nature, in urban settings and from everyday life. • 10+ artists share favorite sketches, tips and techniques. • 15+ demos reveal on-the-spot sketches as they come together. • Includes expert advice on getting the best results from a range of mediums, including graphite, ink, colored pencil, watercolor and gouache. The Artist's Sketchbook is pure delight, full of passion and possibility, ideas and inspirations. You'll learn ways to be prepared, simplify, still your inner critic, embrace the here and now, and in doing so, discover wonders you never thought to look for.
Colored Pencil Painting Bible
Author: Alyona Nickelsen
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823085570
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Learn to paint with groundbreaking new techniques for a favorite medium! • Dazzling colors, incredible realism—with simple step-by-step demonstrations • Easy-to-follow instructions from a top colored-pencil artist • Master the wide range of colored pencil effects possible, including blending, layering, translucent effects, and more Radiant color…painterly finishes…astonishing realism…with colored pencils! Achieve rich, luminous color and eye-popping ultra-realistic effects. Artists of every level will be inspired by the amazing new techniques created by Alyona Nickelsen, presented in Colored Pencil Painting Bible for the very first time. Nickelsen’s innovations will delight readers and detailed you-can-do-it processes bring her striking results within reach for every artist. Take colored pencils beyond the ordinary with Colored Pencil Painting Bible!
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823085570
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Learn to paint with groundbreaking new techniques for a favorite medium! • Dazzling colors, incredible realism—with simple step-by-step demonstrations • Easy-to-follow instructions from a top colored-pencil artist • Master the wide range of colored pencil effects possible, including blending, layering, translucent effects, and more Radiant color…painterly finishes…astonishing realism…with colored pencils! Achieve rich, luminous color and eye-popping ultra-realistic effects. Artists of every level will be inspired by the amazing new techniques created by Alyona Nickelsen, presented in Colored Pencil Painting Bible for the very first time. Nickelsen’s innovations will delight readers and detailed you-can-do-it processes bring her striking results within reach for every artist. Take colored pencils beyond the ordinary with Colored Pencil Painting Bible!
Ivy and the Inky Butterfly
Author: Johanna Basford
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143130927
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
An all-new iteration of the adult coloring book—a gorgeously hand-illustrated storybook for readers to color and cherish, both an enchanting tale and a one-of-a-kind keepsake From coloring book queen Johanna Basford comes a new spin on the world of adult coloring: a lavishly illustrated fable about a little girl named Ivy who stumbles upon a secret door leading to the magical world of Enchantia. Ivy embarks on a quest through its many realms in pursuit of her inky butterfly, meeting whimsical characters and discovering many wondrous things along the way. A charming story that interacts playfully with beautiful, colorable artwork in Johanna's signature style, Ivy and the Inky Butterfly is a one-of-a-kind adventure for readers of all ages to customize, color, and cherish. Printed on specially selected ivory paper. This paper has been specifically created for Johanna Basford’s coloring books. It has a medium tooth which is perfect for creating beautiful colored pencil effects or chalk pastel backgrounds but also wonderful for pens, which will glide effortlessly over its surface.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143130927
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
An all-new iteration of the adult coloring book—a gorgeously hand-illustrated storybook for readers to color and cherish, both an enchanting tale and a one-of-a-kind keepsake From coloring book queen Johanna Basford comes a new spin on the world of adult coloring: a lavishly illustrated fable about a little girl named Ivy who stumbles upon a secret door leading to the magical world of Enchantia. Ivy embarks on a quest through its many realms in pursuit of her inky butterfly, meeting whimsical characters and discovering many wondrous things along the way. A charming story that interacts playfully with beautiful, colorable artwork in Johanna's signature style, Ivy and the Inky Butterfly is a one-of-a-kind adventure for readers of all ages to customize, color, and cherish. Printed on specially selected ivory paper. This paper has been specifically created for Johanna Basford’s coloring books. It has a medium tooth which is perfect for creating beautiful colored pencil effects or chalk pastel backgrounds but also wonderful for pens, which will glide effortlessly over its surface.
Airbrush Artist's Pocket Palette: Practical Visual Advice On
Author: Mark Taylor
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
This visual dictionary saves time and frustrations by showing artists exactly what colors and techniques to mix to get the effect they want.
Publisher: Adams Media Corporation
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
This visual dictionary saves time and frustrations by showing artists exactly what colors and techniques to mix to get the effect they want.