Portraits And Figures In Watercolor

Author : Mary Whyte
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12-06
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780823026784

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Painting Portraits and Figures in Watercolor by Mary Whyte Pdf

Using clear and concise language and in-depth, step-by-step demonstrations, author and renowned artist Mary Whyte guides beginning and intermediate watercolorists through the entire painting process, from selecting materials to fundamental techniques to working with models. Going beyond the practical application of techniques, Whyte helps new artists learn to capture not just the model's physical likeness, but their unique personality and spirit. Richly illustrated, the book features Mary Whyte's vibrant empathetic watercolors and works by such masters of watercolor as Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Georgia O'Keeffe.

Author : Jan Kunz
Publisher : North Light Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1998-06
Category : Portrait painting
ISBN : 0891349340

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Painting Watercolor Portraits That Glow by Jan Kunz Pdf

Here's detailed step-by-step instruction to painting accurate, lively and brilliantly colorful portraits.

Author : Suzanna Winton
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-22
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781440313998

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Realistic Watercolor Portraits by Suzanna Winton Pdf

Portraits have the power to capture a likeness that touches the soul. You can learn to paint realistic portraits with artistry following the guidance in this inspirational book. Nine complete step-by-step demonstrations show you how to use watercolors to build portraits that come to life with realism and personality. Each demonstration features a different person—so you can explore a range of ages, skin tones, facial features, hair tones and textures—mastering each detail at your own pace. Even if you are a beginner, success is within your reach as you learn how to: • Place an image properly • Capture a likeness and add character • Paint realistic skin tones • Fix mistakes without starting over • Edit visual information for greater impact • Capture the textures of clothing and accessories • Select and paint a background that supports the portrait With this guide on your side, you can achieve the portraits you've always dreamed of painting. Get started today. Great portraits await!

Author : Charles Reid
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015055869989

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Portrait Painting in Watercolor by Charles Reid Pdf

Guides the reader through a complete, step-by-step tour of the watercolor materials and methods needed to create expressive, masterful portraits.

Author : Charles Reid
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015007578597

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Portraits and Figures in Watercolor by Charles Reid Pdf

A beautiful, full-color guide to a better understanding of portrait and figure painting -- the materials, techniques for success and the special problems involved in painting people.

Author : Alex Powers
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2022-07-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Painting People in Watercolor by Alex Powers Pdf

A fresh approach to portrait and figure painting in watercolor! In Painting People in Watercolor, Alex Powers provides a comprehensive guide on working with watercolor, mastering the principals of design, and understanding the fundamentals of portrait painting. Powers takes the inquiring artist beyond photorealistic painting and acquaints painters with the human form from a design perspective. Shifting the focus from subject matter to composition and aesthetics, Powers demonstrates how you can enjoy watercolor painting by expressively capturing character in faces and figures. An abundance of Powers's paintings illustrate the theories and techniques covered. The culmination of 23 years of Powers's painting experience, Painting People in Watercolor provides clarity and insight on successful watercolor painting techniques for novice to advanced students and doubles as a guide for teachers. 175 color plates; 100 black & white illustrations.

Author : David Thomas
Publisher : Search Press Limited
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781781264683

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Drawing & Painting Portraits in Watercolour by David Thomas Pdf

Portraiture is one of the most rewarding painting disciplines. In this book, experienced portrait artist David Thomas shows that it need not be intimidating. Learn to use watercolour, pencil and charcoal to produce fresh and approachable portraits invested with life and character.

Author : Al Stine
Publisher : Northlight
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:49015002364876

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Painting Watercolor Portraits by Al Stine Pdf

Popular artist Al Stine shares his secrets and techniques for creating portraits alive with emotion, expression and color. In this book, Stine shows artists how to paint fresh and colorful watercolor portraits that are as unique and alive as the subjects themselves. 210 illustrations.

Author : Hazel Soan
Publisher : Batsford Books
Page : 431 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2022-02-17
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781849947817

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Learn to Paint Portraits Quickly by Hazel Soan Pdf

Bestselling artist and writer Hazel Soan delivers a concise and approachable guide to portrait painting, with simple exercises and step-by-step demonstrations. Whether you are using watercolour, oils or acrylic, Learn to Paint Portraits Quickly explains the key elements of catching a likeness in portrait painting in a mixture of mediums. The book is filled with easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step exercises that can be digested in a short period of time, and written in an accessible way for all artists to learn about portraiture. The key elements of portraiture covered in this concise book include: Finding the likeness Creating form – the light and shade The facial features Painting the hair Skin tone and colouring The body, clothing and background Illustrated with Hazel's magnificent, colourful paintings, and with practical advice and demonstrations throughout, this book is the perfect tool to help beginners master portrait painting – quickly.

Author : Jean Pederson
Publisher : North Light Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007-11-30
Category : Art
ISBN : 1581809530

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Expressive Portraits by Jean Pederson Pdf

Paint beautiful and expressive portraits by combining watercolor with other mediums! What makes an eye-popping, eye-stopping portrait? It's all about contrast and the play of opposites, round shape against square, light against dark, transparent with opaque. Combining mediums allows you to push the inherent properties of each for a lively play of opposites. You'll be able to paint glorious lights, richer darks, intriguing texture and mysterious passages that create mood and a strong sense of place, space and character. Jean Pederson gives you all the advice and instruction you need to paint beautiful, expressive portraits filled with life and spirit. Let your portraits speak to the world!

Author : Don Andrews
Publisher : Watson-Guptill Publications
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Human figure in art
ISBN : UOM:39015013185437

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Interpreting the Figure in Watercolor by Don Andrews Pdf

In explaining how to capture the essence of the human figure with watercolors, the author provides basic information about materials and discusses such techniques as gestures, lighting, backgrounds, edge quality, and more. 200 full-color illustrations.

Author : Anthony Connolly
Publisher : Crowood
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-21
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781847975041

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Painting Portraits by Anthony Connolly Pdf

Portrait painting is inherently difficult and requires a unique understanding of and sensitivity to the sitter. This practical book considers the historical context of portrait painting and its contemporary practice. Written by a professional portrait painter, it describes the intricacies of making a portrait not just for the technically minded but also for those who are interested in a painter's perspective on the role and importance of portraiture.Step-by-step demonstrations of portraits and self-portraits.Techniques that use colour to introduce subtleties and presence.Advice on catching a likeness and overcoming difficulties.Discussion about the significance of copying and photography.Insights into the artistic process of the portrait painter.Work of contemporary and distinguished painters.'What fascinates me most, much much more than anything else in painting, is the portrait, the modern portrait.' Vincent van Gogh. A practical guide that considers the historical context of portrait painting and its contemporary practice.Aimed at beginners and more experienced; untutored groups and individual artists of portrait painters.Gives step-by-step demonstrations of portraits and self-portraits.Covers use of colour to introduce subtleties and presence.Superbly illustrated with 180 colour illustrations.Anthony Connolly is a professional portrait painter and won the prestigious Prince of Wales Award for Portrait Drawing in 2004.

Author : Peggi Habets
Publisher : Walter Foster
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2012-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781600582776

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Portraits by Peggi Habets Pdf

Provides step-by-step instructions on how to paint portraits in watercolor, including information about tools and materials.

Author : Jenny Rodwell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2004-07-01
Category : Face in art
ISBN : 1861608829

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Painting Portraits by Jenny Rodwell Pdf

Author : Mary Whyte
Publisher : Watson-Guptill
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12-06
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780823026739

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Painting Portraits and Figures in Watercolor by Mary Whyte Pdf

Using clear and concise language and in-depth, step-by-step demonstrations, author and renowned artist Mary Whyte guides beginning and intermediate watercolorists through the entire painting process, from selecting materials to fundamental techniques to working with models. Going beyond the practical application of techniques, Whyte helps new artists capture not just the model's physical likeness, but their unique personality and spirit. Richly illustrated, the book features Mary Whyte's vibrant empathetic watercolors and works by such masters of watercolor as Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, and Georgia O'Keeffe.