Synopses & Reviews
The newest addition to Barron's "All About Techniques" art series explains the fundamentals of art theory, then proceeds to step-by-step instruction on how to create complete, highly finished illustrations with pastels. Techniques of color blending and varying textures that are specific to pastels are shown in detail. Clear, instructive text is supplemented with a wealth of full-color photos that show materials, papers, and how to use them. More color illustrations show pastel compositions in progressive stages of completion.
Synopsis
Helpful, step-by-step instruction on how to create complete, highly finished illustrations with pastels.
All About Techniques in Pastel explains the fundamentals of art theory, then breaks it down into easy-to-follow instructions for creating your best pastel art. For those who need a visual guide when trying new techniques or imagining each step of a process, this book is the perfect instruction guide.
Why choose this how-to art book?
- Shows techniques for coloring blending and texture creation in detail
- Clear, instructive text that guides you
- Full-color photos that show materials, papers, and how to use them
- Color illustrations showing pastel compositions in progressive stages of completion