Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil

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Rendering artwork that leaves viewers questioning whether a piece is a photograph is challenging! This easy-to-understand guidebook is perfect for aspiring and established artists, revealing the secrets to creating lifelike still life art in colored pencil. It covers a wide range of techniques for rendering realistic still lifes, making it an engaging resource. After an introduction to essential tools and materials, you will learn various basic colored-pencil techniques, including hatching, crosshatching, shading, blending, layering, and burnishing. The book also delves into more complex techniques for rendering textures like glass, wood, porcelain, and flower petals. Expert artist and instructor Cynthia Knox shares tips on using layers to build color and depth, creating dramatic backgrounds, and working with "hidden" colors for realistic effects. Additionally, it provides valuable insights for connecting all elements for polished, professional results. Packed with easy-to-follow instructions, helpful tips, and inspiring artwork, this guide is ideal for elevating your colored-pencil art skills to the next level.