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An Artist's Handbook: Materials and Techniques
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Bibliographic Detail
Publisher
Laurence King Pub
Publication date
January 18, 2012
Pages
256
Binding
Paperback
Book category
Adult Non-Fiction
ISBN-13
9781856695237
ISBN-10
1856695239
Dimensions
1 by 6.50 by 10 in.
Weight
1.50 lbs.
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Published in
Great Britain
Original list price
$24.95
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Summary
Introduces basic materials and processes for a range of traditional, non-traditional, widely used and lesser-known media. This book explores the process of drawing and painting and includes the techniques of encaustic, egg tempera, fresco, oil, watercolour and acrylic. It aims to show that artistic processes are not, in themselves, difficult.
Amazon.com description: Product Description: This practical reference book introduces basic materials and processes for drawing and painting. Each technique is clearly explained and discussed from its historical roots to contemporary practice. Students are encouraged to explore the methods from scratch, encountering the work through preparation of the wood panel or canvas, the mixing of pigments and the application of paint. Richly illustrated throughout with over 400 imagesâhistorical and contemporary examples of works as well as photographs of studio practiceâthis book is an indispensable reference for students and anyone engaged in finding out about drawing and painting materials and techniques.
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from Laurence King Pub (January 18, 2012)
9781856695237 | details & prices | 256 pages | 6.50 × 10.00 × 1.00 in. | 1.50 lbs | List price $24.95
About: Introduces basic materials and processes for a range of traditional, non-traditional, widely used and lesser-known media.
About: Introduces basic materials and processes for a range of traditional, non-traditional, widely used and lesser-known media.
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