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The Natural Way to Paint: Rendering the Figure in Watercolor Simply and Beautifully

by Charles Reid

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This book on rendering the figure in watercolor demonstrates how to capture the overall essence of the human form through contour drawing and how to use gesture drawing to emphasize the body's linear rhythms in various poses. 200 color, 85 b&w illustrations.

Synopsis:

This text approaches the figure organically, demonstrating how to observe its basic shapes and subtle nuances through practical exercises and "seeing with a painter's eye". It includes progressive step-by-step instructions on how to capture the essence of the human form and its different poses.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780823031733
Subtitle:
Rendering the Figure in Watercolor Simply and Beautifully
Author:
Reid, Charles
Publisher:
Watson-Guptill Publications
Location:
New York :
Subject:
Techniques
Subject:
Study & Teaching
Subject:
Technique
Subject:
Painting - Other Specific Subjects
Subject:
Watercolor
Subject:
Human figure in art
Subject:
Watercolor painting
Subject:
Figure painting
Subject:
Techniques - General
Subject:
Techniques - Watercolor Painting
Subject:
Techniques - Painting - Specific Subjects
Subject:
Watercolor painting -- Technique.
Edition Description:
Includes index.
Series Volume:
no. 1
Publication Date:
April 2000
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
144
Dimensions:
1055x851x43 130
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