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Many of us want to learn “how to draw.” But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, it’s much more important to learn what to draw. In other words, to observe and draw what we actually see, rather than what we think we see. When it comes to drawing the human figure, this means letting go of learned ideas and expectation of what the figure should look like. It means carefully observing the interplay of form and light, shape and line, that combine to create the actual appearance of human form. In The Artist’s Complete Guide to Figure Drawing, amateur and experienced artists alike are guided toward this new way of seeing and drawing the figure with a three-step drawing method. The book’s pr...
Airbrush art is a popular form of painting various designs on various types of surfaces. Everything from skin, clothing, canvas and automobiles are being used to show fantastic works of art using airbrushing. Motorcycles and building murals are also a target for an artist to show off their creativity with airbrush art. The thing with airbrush art is that it can be done for just about anything imaginable. Artists have been airbrushing a variety of surfaces for years now. The images they create are just a vast as the surfaces that they are airbrushing them on. This is why airbrush art fits for just about everyone around. You will learn: The Different Types of Airbrush Art How to Create Your Own Airbrush Stencils' How to Prepare Various Surfaces How to Get Inspiration Airbrush Art Mediums AND MUCH MORE!
Known for its smooth gradations and seamless blends, the airbrush has become a fixture in the world of fine art. With this book, aspiring airbrush artists can learn the basics through simple demonstrations and easy-to-follow projects. Beginning with instructions on using equipment and mastering fundamental techniques, the book guides readers from initial sketches to polished works of art. Full of inspiring images and helpful tips from the pros, The Art of Airbrushing is an essential one-stop resource.
A series of step-by step painting sequences done with a group of the country's best and best-known airbrush artists. Each sequence moves from the concept to the planning, layout, and execution. The discussion and captions cover each artist's personal choice for tools, paints, and materials. Subjects include everything from life-like pin-ups to abstract flags painted on custom motorcycles, hot rods, and shirts.
A conclusive account of the rise of airbrush art and of the equally bright and glossy 1970s culture that produced it. Inspired by surf graphics, psychadelia and the slick shine of Hollywood, an entire generation of young artists began to make every lip and palm tree glisten and every album cover shine. At the centre of the movement were the four artists featued in this volume: Charles E. White III, Peter Palombi, Dave Willardson and Peter Lloyd.
Two brand new titles currently brings the number of volumes to 20 in this comprehensive series. All Art Handbooks fall into one of four color-coded categories: Purple Series books explain art media and techniques; Red Series books describe different art genres; Green Series books show art tools, discuss theory, and show how art theory applies to different media. Yellow Series books present historical surveys of various art eras. All are filled with full-color illustrations. Purple Series: Airbrush technique is indispensable for the modern commercial artist and also has many applications in the fine arts. This book shows how to use an airbrush and illustrates airbrush effects.
This is a complete "Intro to Airbrushing" course in a workbook form. A classroom in a book! There is only so much an airbrush can do - dots, lines, daggers, and shading. We introduce each skill in a logical and exciting way. In our book, each skill is cumulative, so grasping each technique is easier than tackling them out of order as you would if you were self taught and left to sift through a cluster of internet information that is not necessarily correct. Our method is successful, because we have taken the entire contents of an Intro to Airbrushing class, and made it into a workbook... yes a WORKBOOK! The skills are introduced in an interesting way, and each lesson has a corresponding work...
"Although important as a record of airbrush art and graphics, this is also a comprehensive technical manual of the selection and use of the tool. Beginnning with a description of how an airbrush works, the authors give detailed guidance on the advantages and disadvantages of various types before taking the reader through a course of airbrush techniques. They go on to explain more advanced exercises and conclude with an important section on care and maintenance. This book is the ultimate in airbrush information both for studio professional and ambitious amateur."--BOOK JACKET.
Clear, step-by-step lessons from the master in the technology and techniques of airbrush art for any vehicle or surface.