DK Art School: An Introduction to Acrylics

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher: National Geographic Books
ISBN: 0789432870
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Whether you've taken art classes or never held a brush before, this comprehensive, clear, and concise guide will show you everything you need to know about working in this challenging—but rewarding— medium. Written by accomplished artist Ray Smith, it paints a clear picture of everything an acrylic artist needs to know, from selecting your colors and working with washes to the alla prima layering technique and exploring new ideas and presenting your art, in only 72 concise pages. The book features hundreds of vivid, crystal-clear full-color photographs, essential for understanding the fine points of such a visual medium. And it offers easy-to-follow projects, shown as they were created, which teach the essentials while inspiring the student to tackle increasingly complex techniques. An Introduction to Acrylics is part of the DK Art School series. Each volume of the series focuses on a specific medium and subject, so you can choose precisely what you want to learn — from acrylic figure to oil portrait, and from pastel still life to watercolor landscape.

Introduction to Art Techniques

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9781417651252
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 479

Book Description
Demonstrates art theory, techniques, and effects for figure drawing, watercolor, and oil painting, and provides details on related matters

Introduction to Acrylics

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613080781
Category : Acrylic painting
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The DK Art School series provides all the fundamental techniques both adult and juvenile artists need. At the heart of each book are twelve projects that explore the methods of the great masters. Each specially commissioned painting is broken down in step-by-step color photos that show every stage of its creation. Lists of materials, subjects, and techniques complete each volume. 300 color photos.

An Introduction to Acrylics

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751306460
Category : Acrylic painting
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description

The North Light Book of Acrylic Painting Techniques

Author: Earl Grenville Killeen
Publisher: North Light Books
ISBN: 9780891348979
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Those who love the adaptability of acrylic but have trouble working with its unique properties will be enlightened and inspired by this book''s instruction. Over 100 diverse compositions by 23 artists are featured.'

DK Art School: An Introduction to Acrylics

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 84

Book Description
Describes the characteristics of acrylic paints, demonstrates various painting techniques, and discusses brushes, papers, and canvas.

Acrylic Painting Step by Step

Author: Tom Swimm
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN: 1560108584
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 67

Book Description
Beginners and accomplished artists alike are attracted to the beauty and versatility of acrylic painting. In this comprehensive book, you will find all the instruction and inspiration you need to master the medium or improve your painting skills. Accomplished artist Tom Swimm guides you step by step through 12 stunning acrylic projects, offering easy-to-follow instructions along with his personal artistic insights. Acrylic Painting Step by Step covers dozens of beginning and advanced acrylic techniques, from underpainting and glazing to impasto and texturizing. You will learn to paint a variety of subjects, including a lively floral, a striking still life, an eye-catching street scene, and a gorgeous seascape.

Art Class

Author: Simon Jennings
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811825375
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 200

Book Description
Presents instructions on working in a variety of media, including watercolors, acrylic, and oils, and includes demonstrations on painting portraits, landscapes, and still lifes.

Oil Painting Portraits

Author: Ray Smith
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751300710
Category : Painting
Languages : en
Pages : 72

Book Description
Unlike most other how-to art books, the precise focus of this series's tuition benefits both the beginner and those with more experience. Each book takes the aspiring artist through a series of projects based on a specific medium or a favourite subject of their choice.

Creative Acrylics

Author: Carla Co Chua
Publisher: Art for Modern Makers
ISBN: 0760373272
Category : ART
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Creative Acrylics features the best beginner techniques for painting with acrylics, with lessons on painting vibrant florals, animals, landscapes, and still lifes and skill-building projects on a variety of surfaces.