Collins Complete Artist's Manual

Collins Complete Artist's Manual
Author: Simon Jennings
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2005
Genre: Artists' materials
ISBN: 0007197829

This is the definitive artist's reference source book on art materials and painting techniques with more than 1300 colour illustrations. Collins Complete Manual covers all the painting and drawing materials available to the artist today and also conveys the sheer joy and excitement of creating art. In addition, it contains a structured painting course from simple exercises to more advanced projects, with demonstrations by well-known practising artists who share their successes (and setbacks) with the reader. Contents include comprehensive information on drawing and painting media along with hints and tips on how to set up your own artist's studio. The book contains advice on making the most of colour, composition and drawing and sketching techniques in your work. There are even suggestions on what to paint and draw in order to get you started on that art project that is just waiting to happen. Collins Complete Manual is visually rich and exciting, practical and comprehensive, and no artist's studio should be without it.

The Artist's Handbook

The Artist's Handbook
Author: Angela Gair
Publisher: MetroBooks (NY)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781567996081

Readers discover their inner talents with this illustrated, project-based guide to drawing and painting. Angela Gair teaches art techniques in a step-by-step format that makes it easy to learn the basics and create personal works of art. Over 400 color illustrations throughout.

The Complete Artist's Manual

The Complete Artist's Manual
Author: Simon Jennings
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 401
Release: 2014-02-18
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1452137226

“Comprehensive and substantial . . . This practical text is accessible to artists of all skill levels.” —Booklist The hands-on, user-friendly painting and drawing guidance that made The Artist’s Manual and The New Artist’s Manual beloved classics now returns in a refreshed design and compact new package. With the same breadth of content as the originals, this updated version is packed with easy to follow instructions, including comprehensive information about all varieties of materials and tools, along with hundreds of critical techniques for mastering composition, color, line, tone, and more. Copiously illustrated with 1,300 color photos and examples from working artists, this new edition is the definitive guide for artists of every skill level looking to begin, develop, and perfect their skills. The Complete Artist’s Manual is today’s essential studio companion.

Collins Artist's Manual

Collins Artist's Manual
Author: Angela Gair
Publisher: Collins
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1998-11
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780004133638

New paperback edition of this award-winning essential reference book for artists of all standards. Collins Artist's Manual was published in hardback in October l995 to great acclaim. It won The Artist's Choice Art Instruction Book of the Year Award and was shortlisted for a Nibby award for best illustrated book of that year. It then went on to sell nearly 20,000 copies in the UK and 170,000 worldwide and was translated into 11 languages. We are now relaunching this superbly illustrated essential reference book for all artists at the amazing price of 14.99. Collins Artist's Manual covers all the painting and drawing materials available to the artist today but also conveys the sheer joy and excitement of creating art. The book is divided into seven sections: * Supports * Drawing media * Painting media * Colour & composition * Subjects & themes * The studio * Reference: healthy and safety, art material suppliers, glossary

Artist's Color Manual

Artist's Color Manual
Author: Simon Jennings
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2003-11-27
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780811841436

Developed by the same team that created "Artist's Manual"and "Art Class," both top-selling art reference books, "Artist's Color Manual" is the ultimate guide to color for visual artists.

The Art of Still Life

The Art of Still Life
Author: Todd M. Casey
Publisher: The Monacelli Press, LLC
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2020-02-18
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1580935486

A must-have reference book for today's artists and art students. Every artist needs to learn and master the still life. Written by a well-known artist and expert instructor, The Art of Still Life offers a comprehensive, contemporary approach to the subject that instructs artists on the foundation basics and advanced techniques they need for successful drawing and painting. In addition to Casey's stunning paintings, the work of over fifty past and present masters is included, so that the book will do double duty as a hardworking how-to manual and a visual treasure trove of some of the finest still life art throughout history and being created today.

Sculpture Today

Sculpture Today
Author: Judith Collins
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Total Pages: 464
Release: 2014-03-24
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780714857633

A comprehensive and beautifully illustrated overview of contemporary sculpture.

Photographing Arts, Crafts & Collectibles

Photographing Arts, Crafts & Collectibles
Author: Steve Meltzer
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2007
Genre: Photography
ISBN: 9781579909062

A classic reference enters the digital age! The long anticipated update of Steve Meltzer’s Photographing Your Craftwork is here--and finally artists have a guide that helps them produce high quality images of their work. Cutting through the jargon and hype around digital photography, Meltzer explains in plain language how digital cameras operate, and explores specific techniques for lighting and photographing jewelry, pottery, glass, installed art, stamps, coins, dolls, and other collectibles. Because a great portfolio and smart use of the internet are so important for professional success, there’s also advice on using such photo editing programs as Adobe™ Photoshop� and CorelPHOTO-PAINT Pro� to turn images into great photographic prints, exciting websites, eye-catching marketing materials, and submissions for exhibition jurying. A Selection of the Crafter's Choice Book Club.

Handmade Electronic Music

Handmade Electronic Music
Author: Nicolas Collins
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2009
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0415996090

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