Encyclopedia Of Illustration Techniques

Encyclopedia Of Illustration Techniques
Author: Catharine Slade
Publisher: Running Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997-01-30
Genre: Drawing
ISBN: 9780762400836

Illustrated with hundreds of color photographs, here's an A to Z directory of a variety of media and techniques for using them. Learn about line and wash, monoprint, resist, paperboard, markers, gouache, computer illustration, enlarging and airbrushing. 200+ full-color photos.

The Encyclopedia of Fashion Illustration Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Fashion Illustration Techniques
Author: Carol A. Nunnelly
Publisher: Running Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-05-12
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780762435760

The latest in our essential Encyclopedia of Art series puts the spotlight on the catwalk to provide a practical compendium of all-media fashion design techniques. Suitable for beginners as well as experienced illustrators, this book takes readers step-by-step through precise techniques used by professionals. Learn to depict fabric textures and folds, work with color and tone to create the illusion of body forms, and transform real-life model poses into stylized figures. Containing a visual gallery of over 500 illustrations to clarify each method described, this book is an essential guide to help designers, fashion mavens, and even amateur doodlers, communicate their ideas and develop a unique graphic style.

The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques in Art

The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques in Art
Author: Gerald W. R. Ward
Publisher:
Total Pages: 848
Release: 2008
Genre: Art
ISBN: 0195313917

"The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques deals with all aspects of materials, techniques, conservation, and restoration in both traditional and nontraditional media, including ceramics, sculpture, metalwork, painting, works on paper, textiles, video, digital art, and more. Drawing upon the expansive scholarship in The Dictionary of Art and adding new entries, this work is a comprehensive reference resource for artists, art dealers, collectors, curators, conservators, students, researchers, and scholars." "Similar in design to The Grove Encyclopedia of Decorative Arts, this one-volume reference work contains articles of various lengths in alphabetical order. The shorter, more factual articles are combined with larger, multi-section articles tracing the development of materials and techniques in various geographical locations. The Encyclopedia provides unparalleled scope and depth, and it offers fully updated articles and bibliography as well as over 150 illustrations and color plates." "The Grove Encyclopedia of Materials and Techniques offers scholarly information on materials and techniques in art for anyone who studies, creates, collects, or deals in works of art. The entries are written to be accessible to a wide range of readers, and the work is designed as a reliable and convenient resource covering this essential area in the visual arts."

The Encyclopedia of Art Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Art Techniques
Author: Tessa Clark
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781560107606

This information-packed and comprehensive visual encyclopedia is your key to mastering a whole range of artistic skills. Guided by the expert advice of top professionals, you'll investigate the practicalities of all the most popular painting and drawing mediums and explore the full gamut of subject areas, from landscapes and portraits to flowers and still life. An inspirational one-stop guide to mastering great art. Book jacket.

The Encyclopedia of Oil Painting Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Oil Painting Techniques
Author: Jeremy Galton
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2002
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780806989099

Find out what you can do with oil paints. Make brushwork more expressive and add shadows. Try a full complement of creative techniques. Breathtaking examples of finished paintings, analyzed in detail, guide you through a range of themes, including architecture, figures, and landscapes.

The Encyclopedia of Pastel Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Pastel Techniques
Author: Judy Martin
Publisher: Bilimsel Eserler
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2001
Genre: Acrylic painting
ISBN: 9780855329594

A comprehensive A-Z directory of pastel techniques and a step-by-step guide to their use.--Cover.

The Artist's Illustrated Encyclopedia

The Artist's Illustrated Encyclopedia
Author: Philip W. Metzger
Publisher: Northlight
Total Pages: 498
Release: 2001
Genre: Art
ISBN:

From À la poup Ée to Zinc White and everything in between, more than one thousand art definitions and descriptions are detailed here for the reader's benefit. Every art term, technique and material used by the practicing artist is included. Packed with hundreds of photographs, paintings, mini-demos, black & white diagrams and drawings, this is the most comprehensive and visually explicit artist's reference available. Artists will also find sidebars about specific entries and charts for a wealth of interrelated information in one convenient listing. For example, art movement, includes both the definition and a comprehensive chart listing each individual movement, style and school along with their approximate time periods and insightful descriptions. The Artist's Illustrated Encyclopedia will quickly become the artist's most prized reference--supplying the illustrated world of art in one easy-to-reference volume. * A must have reference for every artist, beginner to advanced * Entries are laid out in a fashion that's easy to access and understand Phil Metzger is the author of six art instruction books including Perspective Without Pain, and The North Light Artist's Guide to Materials & Techniques. He lives in Rockville, Maryland.

The Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Science Fiction Art Techniques

The Encyclopedia of Fantasy and Science Fiction Art Techniques
Author: John Grant
Publisher: Titan Books (UK)
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1997
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781852868918

First published in 1996, this A-Z features professional tips and step-by-step instructions for a variety of styles, from horror to heroic fantasy and creatures to characterisation. There are entries on all major tools and techniques, such as acrylics, airbrush, animation & computer software, pen & ink and explanations on how to apply each one.

Encyclopedia of Printmaking Techniques

Encyclopedia of Printmaking Techniques
Author: Judy Martin
Publisher: Search Press Limited
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2018-09-26
Genre: Art
ISBN: 1781266077

A new, up-to-date edition of this popular and comprehensive encyclopedia on printing techniques by professional artist Judy Martin. This inspirational, visual guide offers a wealth of information on the techniques and materials you'll need before embarking on your printing pursuits. Starting with your equipment and safety essentials, all the different methods of printmaking are covered, from monoprinting, wood engraving and etching to intaglio printing, screen-printing and more. Then, learn how to apply these methods yourself by following the helpful, illustrated step-by-step demonstrations inside to create your own printed pieces. There is even advice on how to take your printmaking even further, with suggestions on organising studio space at home or in a commercial environment. Finally, a stunning gallery of images created by professional printmakers, featured throughout the book provides inspiration for your own beautiful artwork.