What’s the best way to stretch watercolor paper? What basic materials do I need to start oil painting? How can I use color to create mood in my paintings? You will find answers to these questions and much more in 100 Things Every Artist Should Know. This broad book aims to equip and inspire beginners with fundamental art knowledge, as well as provide a refresher course for more experienced artists. You can discover or re-discover essential concepts, tips, and techniques distilled into a collection of 100 instructional entries by a range of Walter Foster authors. From lessons on value and color theory to helpful shortcuts, this book covers it all!
• Provides easy-to-read information about art practices, materials, concepts, shortcuts, and more
• Touches on a broad range of media, from graphite and pastel to watercolor and oil
• Teaches about color theory, color schemes, and how to create different moods in your art
• Includes painting techniques such as how to paint time of day, depicting light and shadow, and how to use mediums effectively
• Outlines a wide variety of different approaches to compositional setups
Dimensions: 128 pages, 9" x 12"
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