Painting Landscapes

Nonfiction, Home & Garden, Crafts & Hobbies, Painting
Cover of the book Painting Landscapes by Kevin Scully, Crowood
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Kevin Scully ISBN: 9781785003844
Publisher: Crowood Publication: March 16, 2018
Imprint: Crowood Language: English
Author: Kevin Scully
ISBN: 9781785003844
Publisher: Crowood
Publication: March 16, 2018
Imprint: Crowood
Language: English

The landscape is probably the most popular theme for artists, and this book takes you through the fundamental concepts and techniques necessary for painting the natural world. It presents a vast range of practical information and advice for both beginners and more experienced painters; it will help them develop their knowledge and skill in painting the landscape both in the studio and also when working en plein-air. From initial planning through to finished paintings, you will be shown how to tackle this vast and exciting subject. The book explains the preparation process essential for establishing good composition, advises on materials and equipment, from sketchbooks and paints to easels and covers the crucial elements of tonal values, colour, shape and perspective. It also demonstrates a variety of techniques for oil and acrylic painting and includes the work of several established contemporary landscape artists. Finally, it suggests ways of encouraging self-motivation and inspiration. Superbly illustrated with 165 colour paintings.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

The landscape is probably the most popular theme for artists, and this book takes you through the fundamental concepts and techniques necessary for painting the natural world. It presents a vast range of practical information and advice for both beginners and more experienced painters; it will help them develop their knowledge and skill in painting the landscape both in the studio and also when working en plein-air. From initial planning through to finished paintings, you will be shown how to tackle this vast and exciting subject. The book explains the preparation process essential for establishing good composition, advises on materials and equipment, from sketchbooks and paints to easels and covers the crucial elements of tonal values, colour, shape and perspective. It also demonstrates a variety of techniques for oil and acrylic painting and includes the work of several established contemporary landscape artists. Finally, it suggests ways of encouraging self-motivation and inspiration. Superbly illustrated with 165 colour paintings.

More books from Crowood

Cover of the book Car Painting by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Modelling the Southern Region by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book 100 Walks in County Durham by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Modelling Railways in 0 Gauge by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Photoshop for Landscape Photographers by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Wing Chun Kung Fu by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Into the Suffersphere by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Frogeye Sprite by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book South Wales Direct Line by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Build Your Own Kit Car by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Badminton by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Ceramic and Stone Tiling by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Gardener's Guide to Bulbs by Kevin Scully
Cover of the book Understanding Clay Pigeon Shooting by Kevin Scully
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy