Drawing and Painting on Location (Paperback)

Kevin Scully

ISBN 10: 1785002406 / ISBN 13: 9781785002403

Published by The Crowood Press Ltd, Ramsbury, 2017

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Paperback. Working en plein-air is a French term that means literally 'in the open air' and, although artists have been doing just that for centuries, the concept is experiencing a resurgence today. Sketchers and painters alike are leaving their studios and heading out into the open air. This book encourages you to join them. Full of in-depth advice and practical instruction, it explains how to make the most of painting outside and how to capture the very essence of a scene with a far greater authenticity than can be achieved when working from a second-hand image. . Covers an array of mediums including pencils, pastels, pens, watercolours, oils and acrylics. . Advises on the best materials and accessories, from sketchbooks to easels. . Suggests suitable locations and subject matter including landscapes, seascapes and people. . Explains the importance of good composition, colour harmony, tonal values and perspective. . Encourages the exploration of new ideas by examining other artists' work, and the development of personal style. AUTHOR: Kevin Scully trained at Wimbledon School of Art and is a practising artist, illustrator and tutor. He exhibits widely and teaches painting and drawing in a wide range of mediums. Kevin has also written Painting Still Life in Gouache for Crowood. SELLING POINTS: . An inspirational guide to painting en plein-air - a centuries-old concept that is experiencing a resurgence today. . Gives advice on how to make the most of painting outside and suggests suitable locations. . Will be of great interest to all artists and holiday makers as well as cruise passengers. . Beautifully illustrated with 213 colour images. . Kevin Scully is a practising artist, illustrator and teaches painting and drawing in a wide range of mediums. 262 colour images Working en plein-air is a French term that means literally 'in the open air' and, although artists have been doing just that for centuries, the concept is experiencing a resurgence today. Sketchers and painters alike are leaving their studios and heading out into the open air. This book encourages you to join them. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Drawing and Painting on Location (Paperback)
• Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, Ramsbury
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785002406
• ISBN 13: 9781785002403
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Working en plein-air is a French term that means literally 'in the open air' and, although artists have been doing just that for centuries, the concept is experiencing a resurgence today. Sketchers and painters alike are leaving their studios and heading out into the open air. This book encourages you to join them. Full of in-depth advice and practical instruction, it explains how to make the most of painting outside and how to capture the very essence of a scene with a far greater authenticity than can be achieved when working from a second-hand image. Covers an array of mediums including pencils, pastels, pens, watercolours, oils and acrylics.|Covers an array of mediums including pencils, pastels, pens, watercolours, oils and acrylics.

About the Author

Kevin Scully trained at Wimbledon School of Art and is a practising artist, illustrator and tutor. He exhibits widely and teaches painting and drawing in a wide range of mediums. Kevin has also written Painting Still Life in Gouache for Crowood.