Drawing: People with Gene Franks (How to Draw & Paint/Art Instruction Prog) - Softcover

Franks, Gene

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1560100753 ISBN 13: 9781560100751

Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing, 2003

Synopsis

In this unique how-to-draw book, Gene Franks invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to draw people of various nationalities and ethnicities in pencil. You will learn all about the essential tools, materials, and techniques used for developing a drawing through its stages, from roughing in the general shapes and developing shading to finishing the details of the rendering. In addition to step-by-step demonstrations and in-depth instruction, this illustrated guide contains a wealth of drawings of people from around the world to both copy and admire, making it a welcome addition to any artistÆs drawing reference library, to be enjoyed for years to come!

About this title

From the Publisher

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About the Author

Gene Franks, who began drawing and painting at the age of 10, is a renowned master of expressive pencil drawing. Franks spent his early years in rural Arkansas, where he had the opportunity to observe the beauty of nature. He dedicated many hours of intense study to perfect his drawing techniques and, during the process, created many fine works in pencil.

A U.S. Air Force veteran and former merchant marine, Franks took advantage of quiet moments to hone his drawing skills. He obtained formal art training from Jefferson Mackhammer School of Art in Santa Monica, California, and acquired additional skills through classes at the Art Center in Pasadena. During his career as a professional artist, Franks has taught classes and inspired hundreds of students with his unique drawing style. He has discovered that almost anyone, when shown how to handle the pencil, can do quite well. Franks is the recipient of numerous art awards, and his work is displayed in private collections nationwide. Franks and his wife, Jane, live in Charleston, Arkansas.

Edition details

• Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1560100753
• ISBN 13: 9781560100751
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 32