Artist's Hints and Tips: Drawing and Painting Landscapes - Hardcover

Wiseman, Albany

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1843400812 ISBN 13: 9781843400813

Publisher: Collins & Brown, 2004

Synopsis

Illustrated with dozens of stimulating examples, filled with gems of advice, and bound in a handy pocket-size volume perfect for carrying with the paints and canvas, this mini master class in depicting landscapes is just what every artist needs. It covers every basic tool, material, and medium, including gouache, watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastels, pen and ink, and pencils. Learn how to work with different papers, use perspective to convey scenic vistas, make the most of a sketchbook, come up with effective compositions, and handle different weather conditions. The lessons focus on effectively rendering woods and forests, mountains, cliffs, lakes and rivers, sky and seascapes, rock, sand, and stone—all the aspects of this perennially popular and inspiring subject.

About this title

About the Author

Albany Wiseman has over 50 years' experience as a professional artist and art teacher. He produces drawings, paintings and prints. His work is exhibited internationally and he has had many one-man exhibitions. He teaches art throughout Europe and has contributed to many practical art publications. His books include Drawing Solutions (1843400490) and Watercolour Solutions (1843400375), both published by Collins & Brown. Albany lives in London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Collins & Brown
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1843400812
• ISBN 13: 9781843400813
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 96