Practical Hints on Modelling, Design, and Mural Decoration (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry Francis William Ganz

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656879556 ISBN 13: 9780656879557

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master practical guidance for decorating walls and sculpture .

This classic reference offers clear methods for mural design, fresco, mosaic, and related crafts, helping you turn ideas into finished surfaces with confidence.

The book combines design theory with hands‑on techniques, showing how to read materials, plan compositions, and apply color and texture. It covers drawing for decoration, proportion, ornament, and the relationship between form and space, along with step‑by‑step notes on tempera, fresco, and mosaic processes. Rich in historical context, it ties ancient and modern practices to a practical studio approach.

• Concrete instruction on fresco, tempera, and spirit fresco painting, including surface preparation and color application.
• In‑depth guidance on mosaic, sgraffito, stained glass, and pottery decoration with material best practices.
• Techniques for modelling and sculpture related to mural decoration, plus essential tools and methods.
• Design fundamentals such as line, rhythm, balance, proportion, and the integration of artwork with architecture.

Ideal for students, designers, and craftworkers seeking reliable, historically informed methods to create enduring wall decorations and decorative art.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656879556
• ISBN 13: 9780656879557
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 158