Complete Digital Painting Techniques promises to be an invaluable tool for readers new to digital art creation technology, as well as those more experienced. Readers will learn how to simulate and replicate traditional art-creation techniques - from dry brush and wet-into-wet to crosshatching and graffiti - using digital applications. Featuring step-by-step instructions using popular programs such as Adobe Photoshop and Corel Painter, this encyclopedia of techniques will be a bookshelf staple for designers, illustrators and fine artists alike.
The only book available on Scottish painting, this book is now in its third edition with a new introduction and final chapter that brings the book up to date with the latest developments in Scottish painting (Richard Wright's win of the Turner Prize 2009). Illustrated throughout, the work is by acknowledged authority on Scottish painting William Hardie. Scottish society has been reflected through the strong colour and energetic brushwork of its artists. The book traces the beginnings of Scottish painting from the foundation of the Foulis Academy in 1753, with William Dyce and Scott Lauder establishing themselves in the south, followed by W Q Orchardson and John Pettie around 1860. European travel ensured Scottish painters were open to new techniques, and the explosion of the Glasgow Boys and then the Colourists onto the scene meant Scotland was respected for its innovation and imagination. Charles Rennie Mackintosh today is still internationally recognised for his work, and the painting of John Byrne, Curister, and Peter Howson bring the book to the present day.
Acrylic paints are unique. They are easy to work with, adhere to a variety of surfaces and they have enormous potential if used to their fullest extent. They can be used like watercolours, oils and acrylics - or techniques can be combined to create stunning effects and beautiful paintings. Using blended washes, impasto and textured techniques, Carole Massey explores this versatile medium, showing how to create many different vibrant flower paintings. Both beginners and artists with some experience will find this a valuable and inspirational guide.
Introduction to the Art of Chinese Brush Painting: In addition to the stunning, full-color 64-page book, this kit comes complete with all of the supplies needed to start you on the road to Chinese Brush Painting. A full pad of sketch paper, the three brushes used in the demonstrations, five tubes of Chinese watercolor paints, a brush rest, ink stick and stone, as well as traditional xuan paper are all included in this kit. Experience the joy of this beautiful art form!