The Art of Portrait Drawing - Couverture souple

Joy Thomas

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440320101 ISBN 13 : 9781440320101

Editeur : North Light Books, 2012

Synopsis

Learn how to turn what you see into masterful, expressive art. With the practical instruction and advice in these pages, you can develop the skills necessary to draw fine portraits in the realist tradition. In The Art of Portrait Drawing, skilled artist Joy Thomas passes on to you the lessons she has gathered from generations of the world's greatest artists. Learn about the golden mean, the traditional three-color portrait, the secrets of proportion and more methods used by the Old Masters and today's best artists alike! Inside you'll find: An introduction to every commonly used drawing medium, including charcoal, Conte and graphite. An illustrated overview of the history of portrait drawing. Time-honored methods for drawing accurately. Insights on how to capture not only the likeness, but also the mood and essence of your subject. Advice on posing a subject, setting up lighting, choosing the right tools and composing effectively. 9 in-depth, step-by-step drawing demonstrations to develop your skills and your confidence. Portraying the human face is the ultimate expression of art. Use The Art of Portrait Drawing as the road map for your artistic quest.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

'- Learn to craft beautiful images that capture sitters features as well as their moods '- Author is an award-winning portrait artist and member of the American Society of Portrait Artists '- Classic techniques for contemporary portraits The Art of Portrait Drawing is an introduction to every commonly used drawing medium including charcoal, Conte and graphite. Readers will develop skills and confidence with 9 step-by step demonstrations. Includes a special section on the history of portrait drawing, plus basic tips and techniques for classic portraits.

Biographie de l'auteur

The work of renowned portrait artist Joy Thomas has appeared in many publications, including The Artist's Magazine and The Best of Portrait Painting (1998, North Light Books). In the past two decades, her work has been exhibited in museums and galleries all over United States. www.portraitartist.com/thomas

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: North Light Books
• Date d'édition: 2012
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440320101
• ISBN 13: 9781440320101
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 144
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible