Portfolio Beginning Composition

Author : Kimberly Adams
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633227941

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Portfolio: Beginning Composition by Kimberly Adams Pdf

Learn to create eye-catching, well-composed works of art using acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints with Beginning Composition. From the concept- and technique-driven Portfolio series comes Beginning Composition, which details how to compose a work of art so that it draws in—and then holds—the viewer’s attention. This book features quick exercises for getting started in art, primers on the principles of composition and the Rule of Thirds, what to look for when composing artwork, examples of successful (and unsuccessful) compositions from a selection of artists, and customizable painting projects. Beginning Composition is written and illustrated by Kimberly Adams, an experienced author and professional artist with years of experience in creating versatile, stunning works of art, as well as co-author of Oil & Acrylic Workshop (Walter Foster Publishing). In this book, Kimberly teaches you how to create successful compositions in acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints. After an introduction to the essentials of composition and some examples of composition in action, you are then invited to create your own artwork on a range of subjects, including landscapes, florals, animals, and more. The painting projects encourage personalization and creativity. Other topics covered include conveying mood and emotion through composition, the Golden Ratio, focal points, and more. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series: Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Color Mixing, and Beginning Pen & Ink.

Author : Kimberly Adams
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2019-11-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633227934

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Portfolio: Beginning Composition by Kimberly Adams Pdf

Learn to create eye-catching, well-composed works of art using acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints. Beginning Composition features quick exercises for getting started in art, primers on the principles of composition and the Rule of Thirds, what to look for when composing artwork, examples of successful (and unsuccessful) compositions from a selection of artists, and customizable painting projects. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. From this concept- and technique-driven series comes Beginning Composition, which details how to compose a work of art so that it draws in—and then holds—the viewer’s attention. Written and illustrated by Kimberly Adams, an experienced author and professional artist with years of experience in creating versatile, stunning works of art, Beginning Composition teaches you how to create successful compositions in acrylic, oil, and watercolor paints. After an introduction to the essentials of composition and some examples of composition in action, you are then invited to create your own artwork on a range of subjects, including landscapes, florals, animals, and more. The painting projects encourage personalization and creativity. Other topics covered include conveying mood and emotion through composition, the Golden Ratio, focal points, and more. With Portfolio: Beginning Composition, artists of all skill levels can learn to create engaging compositions in a range of art media.

Author : Alain Picard
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2016-10-24
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633223585

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Portfolio: Beginning Drawing by Alain Picard Pdf

Discover and master the fundamentals of drawing with professional tips and expert instruction. Designed especially for aspiring artists, Beginning Drawing, the third title in Walter Foster's new Portfolio series, offers a well-rounded introduction to the art of basic drawing. In this concept-and technique-driven approach, beginning artists will discover the fundamentals of the craft and how to put those skills into practice for creating realistic works of art. From selecting and working with the tools of the trade to learning a range of basic techniques, Beginning Drawing provides a thorough, easily digestible overview of key drawing concepts, including lighting, shading, shadows, perspective, texture, and composition, and then demonstrates how these techniques intersect, both functionally and creatively, in a wider context within a complete piece of art. Step-by-step lessons encourage practice, focusing readers on the methods and techniques designed to enhance their overall skill level, before graduating on to more subject-specific works. Packed with professional tips and expert instruction, Beginning Drawing is the perfect book for anyone desiring to learn, and ultimately master, the art of drawing.

Author : John Zubizarreta
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 405 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780470388471

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The Learning Portfolio by John Zubizarreta Pdf

The learning portfolio is a powerful complement to traditional measures of student achievement and a widely diverse method of recording intellectual growth. This second edition of this important book offers new samples of print and electronic learning portfolios. An academic understanding of and rationale for learning portfolios and practical information that can be customized. Offers a review of the value of reflective practice in student learning and how learning portfolios support assessment and collaboration. Includes revised sample assignment sheets, guidelines, criteria, evaluation rubrics, and other material for developing print and electronic portfolios.

Author : Kimberly Adams
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633224919

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Portfolio: Beginning Color Mixing by Kimberly Adams Pdf

Learn the core concepts and techniques for mixing any color your palette needs with Beginning Color Mixing. Perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists, this guide's concept- and technique-driven approach makes this challenging subject approachable for artists of any skill level. Loaded with techniques on how to use and create color for vivid artwork, Beginning Color Mixing explains every key aspect of color mixing. You’ll learn about basic color theory, hue and saturation, value, temperature, and color relationships and discover how to wield color to create mood and atmosphere. Each key concept is clearly explained, allowing you to master the core techniques and put them into practice immediately, whether you’re working in oil, acrylic, or watercolor. Featuring plenty of step-by-step exercises, expert instruction, and inspiring artwork illustrating the techniques,this is a resource no painter’s library should be without. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series:Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.

Author : Eileen Sorg
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633225398

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Portfolio: Beginning Colored Pencil by Eileen Sorg Pdf

Beginning Colored Pencil lets you master the art of drawing with colored pencils. *Named One of the 54 Best Colored Pencil Drawing Books of All Time by BookAuthority* What medium is as immediately relatable as the colored pencil? Vibrant, versatile, and familiar, the simple colored pencil is the proverbial first step on your journey to becoming an artist. Beginning Colored Pencil is an inviting and approachable guide loaded with everything an aspiring artist needs to know about colored pencil, including tools, materials, composition, and color theory. Walter Foster Publishing’s Portfolio series takes a technique-driven approach, emphasizing topics like blending, shading, and creating form and texture to provide a well-rounded approach that allows readers to master key concepts. Try step-by-step demonstrations with a fresh, contemporary design to keep lessons vibrant, so you can practice your fresh, new skills. Get in touch with your inner creativity, and dive into colored pencils today! The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series:Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Color Mixing, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.

Author : John Edwin Canaday
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258434245

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Metropolitan Seminars in Art, Portfolio by John Edwin Canaday Pdf

Author : Paul Pigram
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-04-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633224285

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Portfolio: Beginning Pastel by Paul Pigram Pdf

Beginning Pastel guides beginning artists through an exploration of pastel techniques and step-by-step projects for acomprehensive and approachable overview of the vibrant pastel medium. Pastels are a unique tool, and Beginning Pastel is the perfect introductory resource for artists just getting started in this colorful medium. Before jumping into the step-by-step projects, this book covers choosing the right paper, pastels, and colors, to basic techniques like blending, gradating, and masking. Each stroke and technique is clearly explained and beautifully illustrated. After learning the key concepts, you’ll promptly put them into practice through simple step-by-step exercises. With pastel often considered an advanced medium, Beginning Pastel makes the tricky task of drawing in pastel accessible and achievable for any artist. The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series: Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Color Mixing, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.

Author : Antonio Gorgulho,Rui F.M.F. Neves,Nuno C.G. Horta
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2012-09-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642329890

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Intelligent Financial Portfolio Composition based on Evolutionary Computation Strategies by Antonio Gorgulho,Rui F.M.F. Neves,Nuno C.G. Horta Pdf

The management of financial portfolios or funds constitutes a widely known problematic in financial markets which normally requires a rigorous analysis in order to select the most profitable assets. This subject is becoming popular among computer scientists which try to adapt known Intelligent Computation techniques to the market’s domain. This book proposes a potential system based on Genetic Algorithms, which aims to manage a financial portfolio by using technical analysis indicators. The results are promising since the approach clearly outperforms the remaining approaches during the recent market crash.

Author : John Edwin Canaday
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2012-07-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1258433974

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Metropolitan Seminars in Art, Portfolio by John Edwin Canaday Pdf

Author : Deborah Coxwell-Teague,Ronald F. Lunsford
Publisher : Parlor Press LLC
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2014-05-01
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781602355217

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First-Year Composition by Deborah Coxwell-Teague,Ronald F. Lunsford Pdf

First-Year Composition: From Theory to Practice’s combination of theory and practice provides readers an opportunity to hear twelve of the leading theorists in composition studies answer, in their own voices, the key question of what it is they hope to accomplish in a first-year composition course. In addition, these chapters, and the accompanying syllabi, provide rich insights into the classroom practices of these theorists.

Author : Irene L. Clark
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2011-09
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781136657931

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Concepts in Composition by Irene L. Clark Pdf

A textbook for composition pedagogy courses. It focuses on scholarship in rhetoric and composition that has influenced classroom teaching, in order to foster reflection on how theory impacts practice.

Author : Frank J Fabozzi,Francesco A Fabozzi
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2020-10-12
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9789811221606

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Fundamentals Of Institutional Asset Management by Frank J Fabozzi,Francesco A Fabozzi Pdf

This book provides the fundamentals of asset management. It takes a practical perspective in describing asset management. Besides the theoretical aspects of investment management, it provides in-depth insights into the actual implementation issues associated with investment strategies. The 19 chapters combine theory and practice based on the experience of the authors in the asset management industry. The book starts off with describing the key activities involved in asset management and the various forms of risk in managing a portfolio. There is then coverage of the different asset classes (common stock, bonds, and alternative assets), collective investment vehicles, financial derivatives, common stock analysis and valuation, bond analytics, equity beta strategies (including smart beta), equity alpha strategies (including quantitative/systematic strategies), bond indexing and active bond portfolio strategies, and multi-asset strategies. The methods of using financial derivatives (equity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, and credit derivatives) in managing the risks of a portfolio are clearly explained and illustrated.

Author : Katherine V. Wills,Rich Rice
Publisher : Parlor Press LLC
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-16
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781602354449

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ePortfolio Performance Support Systems by Katherine V. Wills,Rich Rice Pdf

ePortfolio Performance Support Systems: Constructing, Presenting, and Assessing Portfolios addresses theories and practices advanced by some of the most innovative and active proponents of ePortfolios.

Author : Jan Murphy
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781633224278

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Portfolio: Beginning Oil by Jan Murphy Pdf

Beginning Oil's collection of step-by-step exercises and practice projects will have you painting lovely works like the classic masters in no time. Beginning Oil is a well-rounded introduction to the art of basic oil painting. This introductory guide to the medium describes and explains everything you'll needed to paint your own oil masterpieces, including tools and materials, color essentials and theory, design and composition, still life painting, landscape painting, painting en plein air, and more. There's no need to be intimidated by the prospect of painting with this classic medium. In Beginning Oil, the techniques are clearly explained and beautifully illustrated on each page. You will master key concepts with ease, and then put them into practice quickly. Dry, repetitive exercises on blank canvases are a thing of the past with Beginning Oil. Let this collection of step-by-step exercises serve as your instructor as you learn by practicing each technique within a larger work, making oil painting approachable and accessible and, most importantly, fun! The Portfolio series covers essential art techniques, core concepts, and media with an approach and format that’s perfect for aspiring, beginning, and intermediate artists. Also available from the series: Beginning Acrylic, Beginning Drawing, Beginning Watercolor, Beginning Pastel, Beginning Colored Pencil, Beginning Color Mixing, Expressive Painting, Beginning Color Mixing, Beginning Pen & Ink, and Beginning Composition.