Jewellery Illustration and Design


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This book analyzes the fundamental aspects of graphically depicting a wide variety of jewelry: the relationships of volume, balance between full and empty, treatment of metal surfaces, materials and chiaroscuro play. The goal is not to show finished pieces of jewelry but to provide the tools that will enable readers to acquire a work method that allows them to represent their ideas effectively.







Jewelry Illustration


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Techniques of Jewelry Illustration and Color Rendering


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The illustration of jewelry is the language by which an idea is transformed into reality. Knowing that language is essential in communicating with others about jewelry design. Whether working with individual customers, marketing management, or manufacturers, the designer with accurate, professional illustrations has the advantage. This volume brings the talents, expertise and individuality of outstanding jewelry designers, presenting full instruction on jewelry rendering, with step-by-step guidelines and clear illustrations. The book provides a splendid array of methods and styles of jewelry illustrations. It includes a method of quick sketching based on the use of templates to guide the beginner as well as the advanced student in the production of precise renderings. Templates included are: a) Stone Shapes Template b) Signet Rings Template c) Ballerina Rings Template d) Fancy Rings Template e) Ring Template number 2, Side Views.




Jewelry Making and Design


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305 Authentic Art Nouveau Jewelry Designs


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Over 300 spectacular pendants, combs, buckles, rings, bracelets, brooches, umbrella handles, penknives, buttons, clasps, and scissors in detailed photographs reprinted from rare, turn-of-the-century folios.




Fashion Illustration & Design


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Versace's chief illustrator teaches us how to draw, halfway between fashion sketch and illustration, in a non-classical and non-stereotypical way.




Creative Variations in Jewelry Design


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Step-by-step instruction through the creative drawing process for twenty-five different styles of jewelry sets, with four variations for each. From each specific design idea, you will see jewelry being developed in silver and gold, old gold, gold with diamonds, and platinum with precious stones. Designs for matching bracelets, necklaces, brooches, earrings, and rings in many classic and popular styles.




Jewelry Design


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A practical guide for jewelers of every skill level. 500+ photographs feature innovative, contemporary pieces. 400+ diagrams reveal their form, structure and processes. In this stunning guide, instruction meets inspiration to create the perfect reference for aspiring and established jewelry artisans. Divided into two sections, the first part covers the various materials and techniques that comprise contemporary jewelry design, including: processes, stones, metals, settings, links, joints, fittings, finishes and enameling. The second part features a directory of shape and form categorized by pieces, such as earrings, bracelets, cufflinks, rings, necklaces, pins, etc. Diagrams describe the methods and designs employed, so artists can learn to apply these principles to their own works.