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Painting in Layers

Author : Barbara Schucker Marquardt

Publisher :

Page : 85 pages

File Size : 20,97 MB

Release : 2001-01-01

Category : Painting

ISBN : 9780962963810

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In PAINTING IN LAYERS, Barbara Schucker Marquardt tells you in an understandable way and with clear illustrations how you can learn her method of painting by doing a drawing. You paint like you draw. If the drawing is successful, chances are that the painting will be successful. Interesting strokes fill in the spaces of the drawing, building up the values from light to dark. Erasures are not necessary because mistakes disappear as more layers are added. The values in the pencil drawing correspond to the dark and light colors used in the painting. Mistakes disappear as the painting progresses. The book incorporates the principles of realism as well as those principles that apply to all good painting. To order, please call (800) 762-3342.



Alla Prima

Author : Richard Schmid

Publisher :

Page : 193 pages

File Size : 33,73 MB

Release : 1998

Category : Painting

ISBN : 9780966211702

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The Art of Drawing Optical Illusions

Author : Jonathan Stephen Harris

Publisher : Walter Foster

Page : 131 pages

File Size : 29,23 MB

Release : 2017-11

Category : Art

ISBN : 1633223558

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From impossible shapes to three-dimensional sketches and trick art, you won't believe your eyes as you learn to draw optical illusions in graphite and colored pencil. Perfect for beginning artists, The Art of Drawing Optical Illusions begins with a basic introduction to optical illusions and how they work. Jonathan Stephen Harris then guides you step-by-step in creating mind-blowing pencil drawings, starting with basic optical illusions and progressing to more difficult two- and three-dimensional trick art. Perspective and dimension are difficult to capture for both beginning and established artists, but now you can hone those skills in the most unique way possible, while also exercising your mind with these brain-boosting, unbelievable tricks!



Acrylic Revolution

Author : Nancy Reyner

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 130 pages

File Size : 19,36 MB

Release : 2007-03-30

Category : Art

ISBN : 1581808046

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Liberate Your Creativity with Acrylic Paints! Acrylic Revolution is your essential, all-in-one guide for acrylic painting techniques and more. It features over 101 ways to break through the boundaries of conventional painting and re-define the creative potential of this all-purpose medium. Every page provides insight on how to use acrylic paint in ways you never thought possible to create stunning visual effects and textures. Ten complete sections detail a range of empowering applications, including how to: • Prepare and paint on virtually any surface • Create textures of all kinds • Work with transfers, collage, resists and mixed media • Achieve innovative stenciling and line work • Customize your paint to adjust thickness, transparency and drying time • Simulate other mediums, such as oil, tempera or watercolor • Create faux finishes, magical effects, sheens and more To give you additional insight and inspiration, this book features a gallery of finished works by fellow painting revolutionaries that blend various acrylic techniques to create amazing effects. You'll also find practical advice that covers the basics and beyond—from selecting materials and cleaning your brushes to finishing and preserving your artwork. There's even a complete glossary of terms for fast and easy referencing. Pick up a brush and start your own acrylic revolution today! Use the techniques in this book to free your creative spirit and create the paintings you've always dreamed of.



Acrylic Solutions

Author : Chris Cozen

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 44,99 MB

Release : 2013-04-18

Category : Art

ISBN : 1440321124

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Fresh new ways to create fabulous paintings with mixed media techniques! Acrylic Solutions provides the "hows" behind a multitude of effects you've admired in other artists' works--and then some! Based on the popular online teaching collaboration of Chris Cozen and Julie Prichard, this book illustrates a wealth of layering methods and techniques. Mix and match to achieve countless variations, building layer upon layer to create unique and wonderfully complex abstract art. • Learn more than 30 step-by-step techniques for developing texture and visual interest, including collage, monoprinting, carving, color blocking, paint skins, raised stencils, glazing and so much more. • Chapters explore the phases of a multi-layered painting, from surface preparation through adding structure, developing complexity and adding finishing touches. • Follow the development of two paintings as each layer adds to the finished result, with tons of additional artwork throughout. • Gain insight on how to make paints, mediums and grounds work for you. Embracing a spirit of freedom and spontaneity, Acrylic Solutions is a stimulating guide for contemporary artists of any skill level. Beginners will learn how to make visually compelling paintings from start to finish, while more experienced artists will find the tools and inspiration to take their work to the next level.



Ground Layers in European Painting 1550-1750

Author : Anne Haack Christensen

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Page : 0 pages

File Size : 44,61 MB

Release : 2020

Category : Painting

ISBN : 9781909492790

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Most of the papers in this volume were presented at the CATS international technical art history conference in June 2019 titled Mobility Creates Masters - Discovering Artists' Grounds 1550-1700, which explored the introduction of, and change to, the colored ground layers in European paintings form the Early Modern period. The title of the conference stemmed from the desire to instigate new research projects within the topic of the influence of artists' mobility on material choices and techniques related to the preparation of paintings. As well as contributions presented at the conference, this volume includes additional papers from recent research exploring the same topic. The volume begins with several studies on the documentation of grounds. The contributions are then arranged according to the country in which the painter was active, from southern Europe moving northwards. The lavishly illustrated contributions in this volume deal with the above questions and shed light on different methods of preparing painting supports, the purpose of preparatory layers, materials used in different countries and influence of shifts in fashion or availability of materials on ground layers. This fifth CATS Proceedings will be of interest to scholars and students, and museum professionals including curators, conservators, art historians and conservation scientists.



A Perfect Ground

Author : Maartje Stols-Witlox

Publisher :

Page : 450 pages

File Size : 19,93 MB

Release : 2017-12-11

Category :

ISBN : 9781909492356

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An examination of preparatory layers of oil paintings in North West Europe using historical research and modern reconstruction0.



Layers of Meaning

Author : Rakefet Hadar

Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield

Page : 177 pages

File Size : 32,3 MB

Release : 2021-08-15

Category : Self-Help

ISBN : 081177015X

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Express yourself in a visual journal! With the ideas in this book, you will learn to create mixed media pages that express your soul and create a path to healing, internal freedom, and the sparking of passion. “Visual Journey Journaling” is an innovative artistic method taught by Rakefet Hadar and made up of seven elements: Intention, Magical Coincidence, Background, Images, Lines, Color, and Text. Visual Journey Journaling invites you to a fascinating world where you connect with your hidden inner artist to create "soul pages" using simple techniques and subtle guidelines to take a look inside yourself. Rakefet has taught these methods for many years, guiding even inexperienced artists to find and express the stories within themselves. In the first chapter of the book you will learn how to master the seven elements in your journal. There are many fun exercises and a step-by-step tutorial of how to start a simple journal. Next you will learn how to make a soul page with the seven elements. You will explore a variety of materials and how to work with them to find and create your pages. You will learn to build your journal and how to bind it into a finished book. Throughout the book and in the final section, you'll see and find the meanings in Rakefet's stunning private art journal pages and read her stories behind them.



Traditional Oil Painting

Author : Virgil Elliott

Publisher : Watson-Guptill

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 47,80 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Oils and fats

ISBN : 9780823030668

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"Traditional Oil Painting is that rare sourcebook that comprehensively covers the most advanced techniques and concepts of oil painting"--P. [2] of cover.



Create Perfect Paintings

Author : Nancy Reyner

Publisher : National Geographic Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 31,1 MB

Release : 2017-04-17

Category : Art

ISBN : 1440344191

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The Ultimate Resource and Reference Guide for Artists! Discover an innovative self-critique method that will empower you to answer the artist's most common questions, Now What? and Is it Finished? as you learn to identify and overcome painting issues faced by artists regardless of medium or style. With hundreds of insights, tips, illustrated techniques and ideas, Create Perfect Paintings shows you how to push your work to the next level by strengthening your perception, technical skills and visual thinking. Exercises and examples illustrate how to critique your own creations and then evaluate them step by step for further improvement. You will compare illustrations, and learn to identify and modify artistic choices--from negative space and color ratio to controlling eye movement, depth and contrast--to see their impact and help you use them to the best effect in your work. What you'll find inside: • Section 1: Essentials--Reviews and defines artistic terms and concepts. • Section 2: Play Phase--Shows you how to tap into your right brain. Learn to challenge the process and break habits to free your spirit and inspire variety in your art; also covers materials, tools and surfaces • Section 3: Critique Phase--Introduces a groundbreaking method of contemporary critique called The Viewing Game a comprehensive, systematic and fun way to analyze, edit and enhance your paintings. • Sections 4 and 5--Bonus sections explore how to resolve creative blocks, convey artistic messages, boost your personal style, display your work and turn painting into a career. "May this book increase your productivity, add ease and flow to your creative process, clarify your ideas, add nuance to your personal style, and most importantly, add joy to the miraculous act of painting." --Nancy Reyner