Working with Schminckes finest extra-soft pastels contain only the purest medium fine ground artists pigments, which are in the highest possible concentration. Contrastingly, the binding agent content, is kept to a minimum, which ensures a stable compound. In order to guarantee the highest quality it is nece ssary to manufacture Schmincke pastels using special recipes which avoid the use of machinery during manufacture. Worm extruders form the pre-kneaded dough into round skeins, which are then detached by hand & cut in a wire-strung frame. The damp sticks have to dry for around eight days before they can be labelled & packed by h&. This is a costly & time consuming process, how ever it is the only way Schmincke can guarantee homogenous quality & smoothness in all the production cycles, in order that the artist can be assured that his favourite colour shade is consistant throughout our range of finest extra-soft artists pastel colours. This cardboard set contains 10 Schmincke Finest Extra-Soft Artists Pastels. This is an ideal set for those who want to start using this medium. ...

Sculpting the Figure in Clay is a comprehensive instructional guide to sculpting the human figure in clay. This all-inclusive volume lays out an easy-to-follow step-by-step method of blocking out the plane structure & anatomy of the posed figure. The author's unique approach utilises a geometric system consisting of blocks, simple shapes & guidelines, which instructs students in a new & instinctive sculptural style. Lessons in the book simulate the classroom experience. Sculptural concepts are illustrated through a sequence of dramatic photographs of the model, taken from every angle of the model in a given pose & the entire sculpting process is shown from start to finish, with accompanying text. ...

This book offers a unique combination of reference material & practical guidance for the painter in any media. It is divided into two parts: the first is a directory of all major painting techniques, & gives examples of their use, & of the particular media appropriate to them. The second section shows the applications of these techniques to a wide range of popular painting subjects. With step-by-step demonstrations & detailed close-up photographs on how to do everything from frottage to scumbling, to blending, backruns & masking out, this is an invaluable & inspiring sourcebook for painters of all abilities & media. ...

Take your paintings to a whole new dimension! In this workshop, Laurie Humble shares five essential techniques for enhancing your focal point & giving your art a realistic, three-dimensional effect. Start by brushing up on your composition know-how, then follow along with exercises on layering, creating contrast, hard-&-soft edges & more, as you paint a variety of subjects. Inspirational finished painting examples throughout will give you added insight & enjoyment. ...

Learn how to use what is perhaps your most powerful tool for emphasizing your focal pointthe unifying wash. Artist Laurie Humble uses exercises & finished painting examples to show you how to use small- & large-scale washes in your work. She then demonstrates how these washes can work together to add a depth to your paintings that will immediately make them more realistic & lifelike. ...

Carrie Stuart Parks' first book, Secrets to Drawing Realistic Faces, gave readers all the tools they needed to render strikingly realistic faces & self-portraits. Now, she & her husband Rick bring their fun & easy techniques to painting with watercolours. Artists of all levels will be able to create true-to-life portraits of their friends, family & themselves with proven exercises, detailed step-by-step photos, & the secrets for painting realistic eyes, noses, mouths & hair. About the Author Carrie Stuart Parks has been a professional artist since 1976 & a forensic artist since 1981. In 1986, she attended an FBI class & became a composite artist, later developing a portrait-drawing course for all ages. Rick Parks spent thirteen years in forensic art for the FBI in Washington DC. He & Carrie formed Stuart Parks Forensic Associates in 1988. Rick & Carrie run a website at www.stuartparks.com ...

Reaping the joys of drawing doesn't have to be a long & painful process. With Secrets to Realistic Drawing, even complete beginners can get great results fast. It's easy to create lifelike sketches in no time, with: Encouraging instruction on all the drawing basics Answers to the beginning artist's most frequently asked questions, as well as recommendations for materials & supplies Easy-to-follow advice for fixing parts of a drawing that don't look quite right Techniques & strategies for making a drawing look real Five detailed step-by-step demonstrations The authors' infectious, you-can-do-it attitude is sure to make budding artists feel like they've found a true professional for their creative dreams. ...

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This title takes you inside the creative processes of 42 artists through their personal sketches, along with the occasional related finished piece & 'chatty' remarks on inspiration and more
- edited as little as possible to retain individual voices. Each artist shares intimate details that let you look inside their minds; some insights on techniques; & the risks, lessons, mistakes & dreams that lead them every day. The art is selected to pack the book with a lively, interesting mix of images from a wide variety of artists that the reader will enjoy looking in on.
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Sketching & drawing from life is fundamental to artists, who have always used it to record observations, experiences & ideas. Artists also want to be able to use their sketchbooks to capture the character of everyday life in their drawings. In " Sketching People", readers will learn how to develop the skills necessary in order to add life to their drawings. Essential techniques are emphasized, allowing the reader to build successfully from simple to more complex topics. About the Author Jeff Mellem is a senior editorial production artist for National Dragster magazine & has designed video games, created sets for film & helped design costumes for a nationally traveling circus. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from California State University & has studied drawing extensively at the American Animation Institute in North Hollywood, California. Click on the tool below to view inside the book: load Widget (''); ...