An introduction to painting portraits : style, composition, proportion, mood, light

Title
An introduction to painting portraits : style, composition, proportion, mood, light

Personal Author EPSB
Rosalind. Cuthbert

Summary
From understanding proportion and developing fluency to selecting right medium, all the basics are covered in this practical approach. Step-by-step demonstrations accompany the text. Different media are explained, including acrylic, oil, watercolor, and pastels. Includes valuable advice on the use of photographs for reference, on self-portraiture and on the commission process.

Other Title
Painting portraits

Year Published
2004

Physical Description
128 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

Note
Includes index.
 
"A Quintet book".

Subject
Portrait painting.
 
Painting -- Technique.

Summary
From understanding proportion and developing fluency to selecting right medium, all the basics are covered in this practical approach. Step-by-step demonstrations accompany the text. Different media are explained, including acrylic, oil, watercolor, and pastels. Includes valuable advice on the use of photographs for reference, on self-portraiture and on the commission process.

ISBN
9781861554567

Publisher
London, Eng. : New Burlington Books, c2004.


LibraryCall NumberTypeItem BarcodeStatus
Edmonton Christian High757 CUTBook30905000061428Non-Fiction