Covering more than 100 techniques and mediums for drawing, painting, and mixed media, The Everything Art Handbook is an all-inclusive, go-to resource for artists of all skill levels.
A refreshing, accessible compendium of art materials and techniques , The Everything Art Handbook is the perfect all-inclusive resource for beginning artists wanting to experiment and play with a variety of art mediums and techniques.
The Everything Art Handbook is divided into sections focusing on different types of mediums and art concepts. Each section includes a basic overview of the topic, instructions for selecting and working with the right tools and materials, step-by-step sample artwork , and helpful sidebars with advice from professional artists .
Expand and refresh your artistic skills with these and more topics:
- Getting started , including how to set up a studio and where to find inspiration
- Art fundamentals , such as value and light, perspective, and composition
- Color basics , including complementary colors, primaries, secondaries, and neutrals
- Drawing techniques for working with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, pastel, pen and ink, and more
- Painting techniques for working with oil, acrylic, and watercolor
- Mixed media tools and techniques , including stamping, encaustics, and textures
Using clear, informative explanations for achieving the best results, The Everything Art Handbook is an approachable reference guide for contemporary artists of any skill level.