Flowers

Author: Veronica Winters
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781456378783
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 110

Book Description
In Flowers: A Step-by-Step Guide to Master Realist Techniques in Graphite and Colored Pencil Painting, respected fine artist Veronica Winters skillfully and gently instructs both novice and advanced artists alike in the art and nuance of drawing flowers. Through twenty three demonstrations, she not only helps readers develop their artistic skills but also learn the nuances of working in colored pencil.This beautifully illustrated book also has a reference chart for colored pencils, outlines for projects, introduction to framing, and a chapter dedicated to art supplies. The book is a great gift for teen artists and adult art enthusiasts. The art book gives a wealth of information as well as ideas and inspiration for any student age 10 and above.Third edition, 2013 For additional information, inspiration, and to see the artist's colored pencil drawings, visit Veronica's official website: www.VeronicasArt.com

Master Realist Techniques in Colored Pencil Painting in 4 Weeks

Author: Veronica Winters
Publisher: Createspace Independent Pub
ISBN: 9781449558826
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
Second edition, improved and revised. This book is designed for absolute BEGINNERS who have the patience to work with colored pencils, and can dedicate enough time to develop their artistic sensibilities. Students from age twelve to adulthood will benefit from its contents, strengthening their skills and discovering their creative possibilities. This book is packed with valuable information on tools and techniques for drawing still life, landscape, cityscape, texture, glass and flowers. In addition to informative illustrations and descriptions, each chapter features several step-by-step demonstrations. For experienced artists, the book offers explorations of a variety of more sophisticated subjects, complete with additional step-by-step demonstrations.

Creative Techniques in Colored Pencil, Graphite, and Oil Painting

Author: Veronica Winters
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781492137955
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 156

Book Description
Discover the secrets of rendering subjects correctly and creatively in various mediums, from pencil to paint. In this easy-to-use drawing and painting guide packed with hundreds of illustrations and 20 step-by-step demonstrations, learn everything you need to know about materials, techniques, subjects, and methods. This handy, reference book with teen-friendly, fun subjects is a book that burgeoning artists will turn to again and again for creative inspiration. Learn how to: - Draw and paint in graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, pastel and oil; - Master tone gradations and colors; - Create beautiful compositions; - Use correct proportions and perspective; - See basic shapes in complex objects; - Develop artistic thinking; - Create fun and imaginative artwork; - Find solutions to drawing problems; - Create art that educates and inspires.

Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil

Author: Cynthia Knox
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1633228681
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
Rendering artwork that leaves your viewers contemplating whether a piece might actually be a photograph is no easy task! Perfect for both aspiring and established artists, Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil is an easy-to-understand guidebook that shows you the secrets to drawing lifelike still life artwork in the dynamic medium of colored pencil. If you want to learn how to render realistic still lifes using a wide range of techniques, this approachable, engaging guide is just the resource. After an introduction to the basic tools and materials, you will discover a variety of basic colored-pencil techniques, such as: Hatching Crosshatching Shading Blending Layering Burnishing And much more! In addition, you will find more complex techniques for creating realistic still lifes, including how to render various textures, like glass, wood, porcelain, flower petals, and others. Throughout the book, the expert artist, art instructor, and author offers artist tips and techniques for checking proportions, using layers to build color and depth, and looking for “hidden” colors to achieve realistic effects. Also included is valuable information for connecting all of the elements for polished and professional results. Packed with easy-to- follow instructions, plenty of helpful tips, and beautiful artwork and photographs to inspire, Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil is the perfect resource for taking your colored-pencil art to the next level.

101 Textures in Colored Pencil

Author: Denise J. Howard
Publisher: Walter Foster
ISBN: 163322340X
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 131

Book Description
101 Textures in Colored Pencil provides step-by-step instruction and examples of a multitude of textures for creating realistic masterpieces in colored pencil.

The Ultimate Guide To Colored Pencil

Author: Gary Greene
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 1600613918
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
With this easy-to-use handbook, best-selling author Gary Greene provides you with instant access to his best tips, tricks and techniques for creating exceptionally realistic colored pencil artwork. Whether you're new to colored pencils or perfecting advanced techniques, you'll find the answers you need here in dozens of complete step-by-step demonstrations, including: • Simple techniques for achieving amazingly realistic compositions, including layering, burnishing and underpainting • Proven methods for working successfully with water-soluble colored pencils • A full range of inspiring subject matter, from flowers and animals to landscapes and still-life compositions • Tips for solving common problems, fixing mistakes and taking sharp, clear reference photos • Expert guidance in choosing the right materials and colors, including complete color charts from all the major manufacturers It's all here in the The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil—the solutions and secrets you need for your own colored pencil success!

Pencil Art Workshop

Author: Matt Rota
Publisher:
ISBN: 1631592696
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
In Pencil Art Workshop, artist and illustrator Matt Rota shows to achieve various techniques using graphite, and includes the work of an international gallery of artists for inspiration.

Drawing: Basic Textures in Pencil

Author: Diane Cardaci
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1633225925
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 43

Book Description
Gain the drawing skills you need to create textured works like a pro with Drawing: Basic Textures in Pencil. From handling the pencil and mastering basic techniques to learning about value, form, and shading, Basic Textures in Pencil teaches beginning artists all of the elements they need to achieve realistic results in their drawings. Intuitive step-by-step lessons then demonstrate how you can put your newfound skills to use by rendering everything from metal, glass, and wood textures to fur and feathers. Each concept is clearly explained in easy-to-comprehend language, making this book an accessible and approachable resource for beginning artists and art enthusiasts. Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Basic Textures in Pencil allows artists to widen the scope of their abilities, demonstrating basic pencil drawing techniques that allow beginners to re-create a variety of common textures and surfaces.

Lee Hammond's All New Big Book of Drawing

Author: Lee Hammond
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440343179
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
Learning How to Draw Has Never Been Easier! Lee Hammond's All New Big Book of Drawing is the culmination of nearly forty years of teaching. No matter what your experience level YOU CAN DRAW by following along these easy step-by-step demonstrations. Whether you want to create drawings of flowers, learn how to draw animals or how to draw a person, these drawing techniques, all-new projects, and expert tips will show you how to get great results with both regular pencils and colored pencils. • Two books in one. The first half is a comprehensive course on using pencils to capture shape, form and likeness. The second half explores adding color using colored pencils • 88 step-by-step projects. You will learn to draw everything with this book! Starting with a simple sphere and working up to sea shells, sunsets, flowers, birds, horses, clothing, people--and so much more! • A lifetime of know-how! Lee covers it all--from big picture concepts (selecting tools, shading techniques, making sense of perspective) down to techniques for creating the look of feathers, capturing skin tones, and making surfaces look shiny or transparent. Using her straightforward, three-stage approach to lifelike drawings, Lee makes any subject approachable, from still life and landscapes to animals and even people. This project-driven tome will help you create realistic, frame-worthy artwork. Project by project and subject by subject, you will gain confidence and cultivate great joy in drawing.

Colored Pencil Step by Step

Author: Pat Averill
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1610598415
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 64

Book Description
Colored Pencil Step by Step, from the acclaimed Walter Foster Artist’s Library Series, is filled with information that will help artists of all levels learn all about drawing with colored pencil. *Named One of the 54 Best Colored Pencil Drawing Books of All Time by BookAuthority* This colorful, comprehensive guidebook explores drawing and layering colors, plus a range of styles and techniques for creating your own works of art in colored pencil. Three renowned colored pencil artists guide you step by step through 11 vibrant lessons, demonstrating a variety of special techniques and tricks along the way. Whether you’re a novice or an accomplished artist who has never experimented with a colored pencil, this book will provide the instruction and inspiration you need to master this versatile medium.