Encyclopedia of Figures

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Volume 2 of the Encyclopedia of Figures delves into the materials, procedures, and techniques essential for painting and animating miniatures. After mastering visual language elements like colour, lighting, form, and texture in the first volume, readers can now explore painting techniques to accurately represent these elements on figures of any scale. Key questions addressed include the role of binders, how to dilute paint for glazes, and mixing highly saturated colours. Understanding the unique characteristics of various materials is crucial for achieving optimal results. This instructional text, compiled by some of the world's top painters, draws on years of research to demystify the painting process, making the hobby accessible and enjoyable. The book is organized around three primary mediums: acrylic, oil, and mixed techniques, incorporating pigments and fillers. It also emphasizes the two main application methods—brush and airbrush—allowing for a diverse range of realistic effects. Additionally, it covers various techniques that provide painters with a wealth of resources and effects, including gradients, glazes, washes, fresco casting, sketching, and layered effects.