Ray Smith occupies a distinctive position on the margins of the Canadian literary scene, his work characterized by an interest in experimentation that defies easy categorization or discernible patterns of development. Each of his books stands apart, marked by a unique approach that challenges conventional literary overviews. Smith's focus lies in exploring the distinct voices of his characters, employing dialogue and extended speeches to reveal their inner lives. Despite often employing comic exaggeration, his novels delve into profound themes concerning the nature of love and art, examining their destructive and redemptive forces.
An introduction to the essential techniques of oil painting in a full range of media. It provides fully annotated, photographic sequences to guide the reader from the first strokes to the final composition, and full-size reproductions allow closer inspections of great masterworks.
Illustrating a complete range of art techniques through full-color, step-by-step photographs, this elaborately instructional art book covers figure drawing, watercolor, and oil painting, with a focus on the effect each has on the artwork as a whole. This holistic approach is apparent throughout the massive volume. It is an invaluable way to teach art, providing both practice and theory. The reproductions of fine art that accompany each large section provide creative and inspirational stimuli to lead the artist through this volume's extensive scope.
A definitive, practical guide to all the tools, techniques, and materials of painting, drawing, printmaking, and related visual arts, both traditional and modern. Included are instructions for working in many media, from watercolors to oils to silkscreen to drypoint...a detailed rundown on the various supports, grounds, and paint additives...unique charts showing characteristics of different pigments, including lightfastness, opacity and toxicity...guidance on using modern artist's tools along with basics on brushes, etching tools and other traditional equipment...how to handle vitreous enamel and to decorate ceramic tiles...even how to prepare your own colors, paints, varnishes and grounds...and much more
Part of The DK Art School series, this book allows readers to choose the medium they wish to use and the subject they wish to study. The books include easy-to-follow photographs designed to help readers gain confidence in their particular medium. This book on watercolour landscapes includes choosing a palette, perspective, selecting views, mixing colours, painting light and water and creating atmosphere.
An introduction to the essential techniques of painting with watercolours in a full range of media. It provides fully annotated, photographic sequences to guide the reader from the first strokes to the final composition, and full-size reproductions allow closer inspections of great masterworks.
Based on a new step-by-step, do-it-yourself introduction system in which each painting is especially chosen to illustrate a particular technique such as principles of line, shading, and color. Over 500 illustrations.
As Jay embarks on his college journey, he faces unexpectedly challenging studies that test his understanding of obedience. This experience pushes him beyond his limits, leading him to discover not just his desires but also his deeper needs. Through this transformative journey, he learns valuable lessons about himself and the nature of commitment.
The story revolves around a stolen painting by Canaletto, taken by the Nazis from a Jewish family in Poland during World War II. As the war unfolds, Hitler and his associates frantically relocate the artwork to avoid detection, leading to a series of secret hideouts throughout Poland, Germany, and Austria. This narrative delves into the chaos of wartime art theft and the impact on cultural heritage amidst the backdrop of historical turmoil.
Pour les amateurs passionnés, comme pour les artistes, cinq techniques artistiques fondamentales sont réunies ici en un seul volume : le dessin, la perspective, l'aquarelle, le pastel et l'huile. A la connaissance des outils et des matériaux s'ajoute une approche globale des techniques de représentation : du dessin au trait à la perspective atmosphérique, du modelé à l'art de mélanger les couleurs, du rendu de l'ombre et de la lumière à la superposition des couches de peinture. Des études et des exercices détaillés vous guident dans ces techniques de base. Etape par étape, des artistes exécutent sous vos yeux une oeuvre, révélant leurs secrets. Ce volume lance un véritable défi à votre imagination. A votre tour, réalisez des études ou des compositions dignes d'un artiste professionnel.
