Exploring the Basics of Drawing (Design Exploration) (Design Exploration Series) - Softcover

Vebell, Victoria

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1401815731 ISBN 13: 9781401815738

Publisher: Cengage Learning, 1980

Synopsis

Practical, classroom-tested instruction is at the core of this new introduction to basic drawing skills, written by one of the country's leading illustrators- a teacher admired as much for her ability to inspire students as for her artistic talent. Centered on the art of drawing still-life objects with charcoal, Exploring The Basics of Drawing presents a logical, step-by-step approach that not only gets results but also inspires readers to learn and excel. Thorough coverage of the fundamental skills needed to learn to draw includes still-life drawing, basic shapes, and the key concepts of perspective, light, value, and space. At the heart of the book are drawing projects that show step-by-step progress toward a finished drawing, giving readers the practice they need to build their skills and their confidence.

About this title

Product Description

Exploring the Basics of Drawing This text covers all the fundamental skills of drawing, and features techniques and projects that illustrate the concepts of perspective, light, value and space. It also includes a gallery of student artwork, to serve as inspiration for beginners.

Review

Introduction. Getting Started. Basic Shapes. Spherical Objects. Cubical Objects. Rectangular Objects. Cylinrical Objects. Conical Objects. Complex Shapes. Drapery. Metal. Glass. Additional Media. Beyond Still Life. Parting Words. Index.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cengage Learning
• Publication date: 1980
• ISBN 10: 1401815731
• ISBN 13: 9781401815738
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 288