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Artist's Manual: A Complete Guide to Painting and Drawing Materials and Techniques

by Angela Gair

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A veritable bible for beginners as well as an invaluable reference for accomplished artists, The Artist's Manual is a hands-on guide to hundreds of techniques for painting and drawing. For anyone who has ever had the urge to create art, this easy-to-use manual clearly explains the artist's essential tools and materials — how to choose them, how to use them, and how to care for them. Packed with information on myriad techniques, from color use and composition to subject choice, and including tips from the professionals, here's everything painters and illustrators need to begin, develop, and perfect their craft. Over 500 color photographs, 200 original works of art, and an extensive list of suppliers complete the most comprehensive, inspirational, and affordable artists' instruction book available today.
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ISBN:
9780811813778
Subtitle:
A Complete Guide to Painting and Drawing Materials and Techniques
Editor:
Gair, Angela
Introduction:
Gair, Angela
Editor:
Gair, Angela
Introduction:
Gair, Angela
Publisher:
Chronicle Books
Location:
San Francisco :
Subject:
Painting
Subject:
Techniques
Subject:
Art
Subject:
Drawing
Subject:
Technique
Subject:
Arts, fine
Subject:
Artists' materials
Subject:
Painting - General
Subject:
Techniques - General
Subject:
Techniques - Painting
Series Volume:
no. 127
Publication Date:
August 1996
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
256
Dimensions:
10.34x8.20x.85 in. 2.25 lbs.
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