The Artist's Bible

Helen Douglas-Cooper (Consultant Editor)

ISBN 10: 0713489154 / ISBN 13: 9780713489156

Published by B T Batsford, London, 2004

About this Item

Advice for artists working in all media supplying solutions to every conceivable painting problem. 256pp illustrated throughout in colour. and with colour coded pages. Minimum surface scuffing and old label to rear board, otherwise near fine copy with no inscriptions. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall.

Seller Inventory # 016345

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Artist's Bible
• Publisher: B T Batsford, London
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713489154
• ISBN 13: 9780713489156
• Binding: Spiral Bound Hard Cover
• Edition: Presumed First Edition.
• Condition: Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Art - Technique

About this title

Synopsis

Chock-full of advice gleaned from a team of experts boasting, between them, several lifetimes' worth of painting experience, this book addresses every possible painting conundrum in 400 themed sections, and provides the solutions, tips and tricks of the trade that no artist can afford to be without. Find out how to speed up slow-drying washes, or extend the drying process; learn to make tricky paint behave itself; create convincing skin tones and capture the delicacy of flower structures; rescue paintings spoiled by mistakes, and protect them from becoming damaged once finished. Whether you're a beginner or experienced painter, whether you work in pastel, acrylic, watercolour or oils, "The Artist's Bible" is sure to hold its place on your reference shelf for years to come.

About the Author

Helen Douglas-Cooper is an artist and author. She has studied painting in London and Italy and is currently based in London, where she exhibits and sells her work. She has also written and co-written several books on painting and drawing for leading publishers.