Vibrant Acrylics - Couverture souple

Akib, Hashim

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1844486974 ISBN 13 : 9781844486977

Editeur : Search Press Ltd, 2012

Synopsis

This exciting book from first-time author Hashim Akib, 2009 SAA Artist of the Year, is much more about the process of painting than it is about the mechanics of applying paint. As Hashim says, "The best tool for learning to paint is to paint", and his colourful and fluent artworks can't fail to encourage you to do just that.

The book is filled with tips and demonstrations, but also with light, colour and urgency that all fully justify the use of Vibrant in the title. Hashim paints in a heavy impasto style that creates a sense of movement and vitality to subjects that include landscapes, portraits, buildings and animals. Intriguingly, he also works from a coloured ground that sets off the overpainting that follows, bringing everything forward as a result and giving real depth to light and shade.

In the portrait project, Hashim describes the importance of acclimatising to the scene by creating colour layers, giving depth and texture. His urban-scape project is a great example of how to break a complex scene down into simple, manageable shapes.

Book: Search Press . Paperback . 128 Pages . Colour throughout

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Be prepared for an exciting, vibrant and different approach to using acrylics. With an infectious energy and enthusiasm, Hashim Akib shows how acrylics can be used in unusual, surprising ways to create beautiful paintings full of life, atmosphere and colour. Step-by-step demonstrations, exercises and expert advice illustrate his simple, yet effective techniques and there are many inspiring examples of what can be achieved. This extensive book details step-by-step projects that include urban landscapes, pet portraits and abstracts. Neither beginners nor more experienced artists will want to be without this book.

Biographie de l'auteur :

Hashim Akib was encouraged to paint as a child. He attended art college and has worked as an illustrator for newspapers and design firms. In 2009 he won the SAA Artist of the Year competition and has produced DVDs in partnership with Daler Rowney.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Search Press Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1844486974
• ISBN 13: 9781844486977
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 128