Light and Shade (Artists Library) - Softcover

Parramon, J.M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0823027694 ISBN 13: 9780823027699

Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S., 1992

Synopsis

An examination of light and shade in painting. The direction and quantity of light, reflective light, and the quality of available light are discussed, as are shadow perspectives and the use of light and shadow as a means of expression. Guidance on the use of these techniques is included.

About this title

From the Inside Flap:

(back cover)
BarronĀ’s Beginner Art Guides instruct you in techniques for mastering a variety of art media and genres. All titles in this series are practical how-to manuals for beginners in art, presenting easy-to-follow explanations of techniques and materials. Exercises come with illustrative sketches and practical advice. Painting Light and Shade will help you master techniques of rendering light and shading effects that will give your paintings a sense of drama, dimension and perspective. This book concludes with a brief survey of masters of light and shade from the Italian Futurist school.

BEGINNER ART GUIDES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
Color and Creativity
Drawing with Charcoal, Chalk, and Sanguine Crayon
Painting the Human Figure
Painting Landscapes
Painting Light and Shade
Painting Still Lifes
Painting with Acrylics
Painting with Oil
Painting with Watercolor

About this edition

• Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S.
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0823027694
• ISBN 13: 9780823027699
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 96
• Editor: Shefts S.