Strokes of Genius 2: Light and Shadow: the Best of Drawing - Couverture rigide

Wolf, Rachel Rubin

 
9781600611582: Strokes of Genius 2: Light and Shadow: the Best of Drawing
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 1600611583 ISBN 13 : 9781600611582
Editeur : North Light Books, 2009

Synopsis

Celebrate the beauty, diversity and expression of drawing with this second collection in the Strokes of Genius series - 140 examples of the finest drawing being done today. Fresh from the studios and sketchpads of 100 artists, these striking creations run the gamut from highly detailed, remarkably realistic images that were months in the making, to contour drawings, journal sketches and gestures captured in mere minutes. Selections feature original approaches to landscapes, portraits and other classic subjects, along with offbeat inspirations like vintage photos and washed-off watercolor paintings.In these pages you'll find:A vast range of mediums and combinations, including charcoal, pencil, pastel, ink and moreAn exciting mix of styles and techniques presented in subject-specific chapters: Portraits, Cityscapes, Animals, the Human Figure, Landscapes and Still LifeFirsthand perspective on the processes behind the work, offering expert insights on capturing atmosphere, telling a story, finding the right pose, achieving vitality of line, and much moreWith a special focus on the power of light and shadow, this work has an immediacy that is honest and engaging. Filled with strokes of poetry, precision and passion, this is a memorable collection of art as well as an inspiring survey of techniques that artists use to translate impressions to paper.

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À propos de l?auteur

Rachel Rubin Wolf has edited and authored over 30 North Light Books, including Strokes of Genius, Splash 8, Splash 9 and Splash 10. She's a former employee of F+W and continues to freelance with us.

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Éditeur
North Light Books
Date d'édition
2009
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
1600611583
ISBN 13 
9781600611582
Reliure
Relié
Nombre de pages
144
Coordonnées du fabricant
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Personne responsable
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