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Fantasy Artist's Figure Drawing Bible

Author : Matt Dixon

Publisher : A&C Black

Page : 256 pages

File Size : 17,34 MB

Release : 2008

Category : Drawing

ISBN : 9781408100769

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Book Description

Drawing fantasy, manga and comic book characters is very popular at the moment. These areas appeal to a wide range of budding artists from schoolboys wanting to make their own graphic novels to those wanting to develop fantasy games on their computers. This book is a good, sound text on how to develop characters - a bit of personality but mostly how to work up preliminary sketches to the final finished character. There are sample pages from various artists' sketchbooks and lots of drawings in different poses to show how to convey different features, postures and movement. There are also outline figures that can be traced and then coloured in or developed further. All in all, this is a useful sourcebook for anyone interested in drawing fantasy figures. It is in the handy wirobound format.



The Fairy Artist's Figure Drawing Bible

Author : Linda Ravenscroft

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 44,71 MB

Release : 2009-08

Category : Drawing

ISBN : 9780764162015

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Book Description

This practical guide offers artists a huge resource of ideas and techniques for creating extraordinary fairy creatures.



Enchanted

Author : Linda Ravenscroft

Publisher : Artist's and Photographers' Press

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 27,55 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Drawing

ISBN : 9781904332886

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In their third faery art book, AAPPL present an ever-more artistically noteable collection of magical images. Ravenscroft's faery and fantasy paintings are very detailed, transporting the viewer into mysterious worlds. She offers some detail about her approach to her art, but generally lets the images speak for themselves. The exquisite gift book has a padded front and gilt edges which will delight faery-lovers.



The Business of Death

Author : Trent Jamieson

Publisher : Orbit

Page : 642 pages

File Size : 22,92 MB

Release : 2011-09-19

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 0316123137

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Steven de Selby has a hangover. Bright lights, loud noise, and lots of exercise are the last thing he wants. But that's exactly what he gets when someone starts shooting at him. Steven is no stranger to death -- Mr. D's his boss after all -- but when a dead girl saves him from sharing her fate, he finds himself on the wrong end of the barrel. His job is to guide the restless dead to the underworld but now his clients are his own colleagues, friends, and family. Mr. D's gone missing and with no one in charge, the dead start to rise, the living are hunted, and the whole city teeters on the brink of a regional apocalypse -- unless Steven can shake his hangover, not fall for the dead girl, and find out what happened to his boss -- that is, Death himself. The Business of Death includes the first two volumes of the Death Works trilogy, Death Most Definite and Managing Death, as well as the third volume.



Art and the Bible

Author : Francis A. Schaeffer

Publisher : InterVarsity Press

Page : 96 pages

File Size : 35,82 MB

Release : 2009-08-20

Category : Religion

ISBN : 0830874445

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Book Description

In this book's classic essays, Francis A. Schaeffer first examines the scriptural record of the use of various art forms, and then establishes a Christian perspective on art. With clarity and vigor, Schaeffer explains why "the Christian is the one whose imagination should fly beyond the stars."



The Art of Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Steampunk

Author : Hiroshi Unno

Publisher : Pie Books

Page : 360 pages

File Size : 33,86 MB

Release : 2018-04

Category : Fantasy in art

ISBN : 9784756249753

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Book Description

A beautiful visual history book of fantasy art from Romanticism and steampunk to modern illustrations from novels. Art has always been one of the most vivid ways to express people's imagination. Fantasy art illustrates the full range of human fears and dreams, from mythology, the Bible, and the artist's own original and exciting stories. This book describes the history of fantasy art from Romanticism in the 18th century to the modern era by exploring the masterpieces of fantasy artists: William Blake, John Martin, Albert Robida, Jules Gabriel Verne, H.G. Welles, and more. It also shows illustrations from science fiction and fantasy novels such as Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, poems and stories by Edgar Allan Poe, mystery novels by Agatha Christie, and contemporary fantasy novelists such as J.R.R. Tolkien and Michael Ende. This book illustrates the remarkable transition of fantasy art that occurred in 19th century when steampunk was introduced to the fantasy art world. Steampunk was unique because it was a fantasy-based style that was inspired by a real event, the Industrial Revolution. Today, the influence of steampunk can be seen in everywhere, from legendary films by Walt Disney and Hayao Miyazaki's Studio Ghibli. This book will surely satisfy all lovers of fantasy art and literature.



Anatomy for Artists

Author : 3dtotal 3dtotal Publishing

Publisher : 3dtotal Publishing

Page : 304 pages

File Size : 46,10 MB

Release : 2021-01-15

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ISBN : 9781912843107

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Book Description

Anatomy for Artists is an extensive collection of photography and drawings for artists of all mediums portraying the human form.



Gustave Dore Masterpieces of Art

Author : Dan Malan

Publisher : Flame Tree Illustrated

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 32,63 MB

Release : 2024-03-12

Category : Art

ISBN : 9781804177860

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New edition of the excellent introduction to Gustave Doré's paintings, engravings and illustrations of the world's greatest literature, from The Bible to The Divine Comedy. An artist who worked across many media, the multi-skilled Gustave Doré remains unequalled as a supremely talented illustrator, whose detailed and imaginative engravings for major works of literature – from Cervantes’s Don Quixote to Dante’s Divine Comedy, and even the Bible – have hugely influenced the way we see many cultural and literary characters and still inspire today (David Beckham has a tattoo on his chest of Doré’s The Agony in the Garden). This sumptuous new introduction to the artist focuses on these illustrations, first introducing you to his life, work and the rich seam of illustration history that he continued and ignited, from Blake and Fuseli to today’s newspaper comics, before presenting a carefully curated thematic selection of his finest and most important engravings. From his vision of Jacob Wrestling with the Angel to Crossing the River Styx, the work of this most prodigious and much borrowed-from artist is represented in glorious full-page reproductions.



How to Draw Fantasy Art and RPG Maps

Author : Jared Blando

Publisher : National Geographic Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 23,2 MB

Release : 2015-09-01

Category : Art

ISBN : 1440340242

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Learn to create authentic fantasy maps step-by-step! Orcs prepare for battle against high Elves, Dwarves retreat to the mountains and men march to the sea to reclaim crumbling fortresses. Fortunes are decided. Kingdoms are lost. Entire worlds are created. This book will teach you to bring your fictional realm to life with simple step-by-step instructions on how to draw authentic fantasy maps. Set the stage for adventure by illustrating domains, castles and battle lines, mountains, forests and sea monsters! Learn to create completely unique and fully functional RPG maps time and time again on which your world can unfold. All the skills necessary to create awe-inspiring maps are covered! • Landscapes. Add depth, balance and plausibility with rocky coastlines, towering mountains, dark forests and rolling plains. • Iconography. Mark important places--towns and cities, fortresses and bridges--with symbolic iconography for easy-to-understand maps. • Typography. Learn how to place readable text and the basics of decorative script. Bonus instruction teaches you to create fonts for Orcs, Elves, Vikings and dragons. • Heraldry and shield design. Depict cultural and political boundaries with shields and colors. • Advanced cartography. Includes how to draw landmarks, country boundaries and political lines. Build roads to connect merchants and troops, troll cairns and dragon lairs. And complete your maps with creative backgrounds, elaborate compasses and thematic legends. 30+ step-by-step demonstrations illustrate how to construct an entire fantasy world map from start to finish--both digitally and by hand!



The Fantasy Art Bible

Author : Quarto Publishing Group

Publisher : Quarto Publishing Group USA

Page : 195 pages

File Size : 35,11 MB

Release : 2009-09-01

Category : Art

ISBN : 1610583590

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A guide to drawing and coloring fantasy and science fiction art, with techniques and tools to bring your ideas to life. With photographs, illustrations and diagrams, The Fantasy Art Bible makes the learning process simple and fun for beginners and provides useful tips for more advanced readers. With a thorough description of the tools and techniques used in fantasy and science fiction drawing, painting, and digital design, this book is a must-have for anyone who desires to transfer the characters and settings in their imagination onto paper or canvas. Instructions show readers how to use pencils, graphite, charcoal, conte, colored pencils, inks, pens, markers, inks, watercolors, and paints, any style of artist can find guidance and detailed advice in this book. Drawing concepts and inspirational images like swords, sorcery, dragons and beasts will hold the interest of any artist. Tips on drawing anatomy and using body language and anthropomorphic qualities will help readers challenge their creativity to draw amazing fantasy and science fiction artwork.