Mastering Pastel

Download or read book Mastering Pastel written by Alain Picard and published by Walter Foster. This book was released on 2015-04-29 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this new addition to the Artist's Library series, talented master artist, Alain Picard, guides the reader through an exploration of this unique medium and its myriad uses. After an introduction to tools and materials, readers will learn how to use various pastel techniques, including hatching, crosshatching, and stippling, to create depth and dimension in their artwork. Readers will also find basic information on color theory and how to use color to elicit emotion, portray mood or time of day, and suggest depth and distance. Throughout the course of the book, aspiring pastel artists will learn how to use soft and hard pastels to achieve art that is bold and intense or delicate and soft. Easy step-by-step lessons cover a variety of subject matter, including landscapes, portraits, and still lifes. Artist tips and tricks demonstrate how to blend and layer colors and create reflection, shadow, and soft and hard edges. With its breadth of professional instruction and variety of subjects to paint, Mastering Pastel is the perfect resource to start building artist proficiency in this enthralling and versatile medium.

Download or read book Mastering Pastel Techniques: Unveiling Professional Secrets in Artistry written by Benjamin Ward and published by Daniel O Brien. This book was released on with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Unlock the secrets of masterful pastel artistry with "Mastering Pastel Techniques: Unveiling Professional Secrets in Artistry." This comprehensive guide empowers you with the knowledge and skills to create breathtaking pastel drawings. From foundational principles to advanced applications, this book covers everything you need to know. Immerse yourself in a realm of vibrant colors and delicate textures, guided by expert instruction. Discover the essential techniques, including blending, feathering, stippling, and scumbling. Master the art of layering and creating stunning textures. Explore the versatility of pastel pencils, soft and hard pastels, and pastel mediums. Delve into the intricacies of advanced techniques, such as hatching, cross-hatching, and color blending. Unveil the secrets of capturing light, shadow, and depth. Experiment with different media and discover the endless possibilities of pastel painting. Whether you're a beginner eager to explore the world of pastels or an experienced artist seeking to elevate your skills, "Mastering Pastel Techniques" is the indispensable guide for unlocking your full potential. Embrace the artistry of pastels and embark on a journey of creative expression that will inspire and captivate.

Download or read book Painting Expressive Pastel Portraits written by Paul Leveille and published by Northlight. This book was released on 1998 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Techniques for creating life-like portraiture with pastels. Contains eight step by step demonstrations which feature a variety of ages, complexions and expressions. Teaches how to build form and realistic features, the types of marks and textures produced by different papers, and palettes for creating an array of skin tones and hair colourings.

Download or read book Pastel Painting Atelier written by Ellen Eagle and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2013-04-23 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revel in the luminous and vibrant qualities of pastel with Ellen Eagle’s essential course in the history, techniques, and practices of the medium. In this comprehensive yet intimate guide, Eagle explores pastel’s rich but relatively unexamined past, reveals her own personal influences and approaches, and guides you toward the discovery and mastery of your own vision. In Pastel Painting Atelier, you will find: • Advice on basic materials: guidance on building, storing, and organizing a collection of pastels; choosing the right paper; and the importance of experimentation • Studio practice suggestions: ideas for creating your ideal working environment and recipes for making your own pastels and supports • Study of the working process: lessons on proportion, gesture, composition, color, application, identifying and correcting problems, and recognizing when a work is finished • Meditation on subject: cues for extrapolating the subtle details, presence, and temporal features of whatever you choose to paint • Step-by-step demonstrations: Eagle’s acute insights into her own works as they progress A magnificent selection of works by masters such as James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Rosalba Carriera, Mary Cassatt, and Eugene Delacroix augment this guide, as do works by contemporary artists including Harvey Dinnerstein, Elizabeth Mowry, and Daniel Massad. Aimed at serious artists, this guide enlightens, instructs, and inspires readers to create brilliant and sensitive works in the historic medium of pastel.

Download or read book Beautiful Landscape Painting Outdoors written by Michael Chesley Johnson and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Many painters enjoy working outdoors when the weather is good (and they need to know how to deal with it when the weather changes)! This book includes the best instruction on the special challenges of painting landscapes outdoors from a variety of the best plein-air artists working today in all major media-oil, pastel, watercolor, acrylic and gouache. - Materials, site selection and practical tips - Values, shapes, composition, color and elements of landscape painting - Bringing outdoor studies back into the studio - Complete start-to-finish demonstrations - Hundreds of gorgeous images"--

Download or read book Pastel Step by Step written by Marla Baggetta and published by Walter Foster Library. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Written by artists of national profile, this book provides an insiders guide to good tools, and tricks along with best practice techniques. Step by step "proofs".

Download or read book The Art of Pastel written by Walter Foster Creative Team and published by Quarto Publishing Group USA. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Three accomplished artists each present an original take on the medium . . . This is a comprehensive guide for beginners.” —Library Journal The velvety strokes of pastel have enchanted fine artists for more than a century. From airy strokes to bold marks and soft hues to vibrant shades, the versatility of pastel makes it suitable for a wide range of subjects and moods. Now anyone can experience this multi-dimensional medium with The Art of Pastel. Inside this comprehensive guide, three artists provide instruction for using soft, hard, and oil pastel—each sharing his or her unique approach. From portraits and landscapes to rich floral scenes, this book contains a wealth of inspiring images that artists can re-create step by step.