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Uncover the secrets of the fantasy art masters!
17 interviews and 24 workshops from the biggest names in the genreStep-by-step tutorials on everything from painting in watercolor to getting a traditional look digitallyFeatured artists include Frank Frazetta, H.R. Giger, Syd Mead, Boris Vallejo, and moreExpanded new edition adds 2 new artist interviews and 3 new workshopsCore skills section offers basic training on techniques
Masters and Legends of Fantasy Art, 2nd Expanded Edition is the ultimate guide to fantasy, sci-fi, and comic art techniques, advice, and theory. Packed with in-depth interviews and amazing workshops from the biggest names in the genre, you’ll learn everything you need to know to paint like these fantasy art masters, with advice from legendary talents like Frank Frazetta, H.R. Giger, Syd Mead, Boris Vallejo, and more.
Discover how to create classic fantasy, imaginative sci-fi, and comic art, with advice on how to tell visual stories, make inspired illustrations, and create strong characters. You’ll also learn how to paint better spaceships, faeries, aliens, and elf rangers, with plenty of tips about creating a traditional or modern look using digital techniques, as these star artists reveal their secrets for designing and painting classic fantasy illustrations using modern tools of the trade like Adobe Photoshop, Corel Painter, and Wacom tablets.
A core skills section offers tips and techniques on basic topics such as drawing dynamic poses, using custom brushes, and rendering realistic materials like skin, hair, cloth, fur, scales, and shiny metal. A free download link offers video workshops with the artists, layered image files and more.
Featured artists in the new 2nd Expanded Edition include:
Frank FrazettaH.R. GigerSyd MeadBoris Vallejo & Julie BellJames GurneyChris FossCharles VessAdam HughesAndrew JonesBrian FroudDave GibbonsJean “Moebius” GiraudRaymond Swanland…and many more!
From the brand
Who is Fox Chapel Publishing?
Fox Chapel Publishing makes illustrated non-fiction books, magazines, patterns, and videos for craft, hobby, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts.
We inspire and inform readers who enjoy woodworking, needlework, pyrography, home and garden, cooking, crafting, and more!
What makes our books unique?
Fox Chapel Publishing books are distinguished by gorgeous color photography, detailed step-by-step instructions, and superb production values.
Our authors include Brian Baumgartner, Lora Irish, Bob Flexner, and many others who are celebrated in their fields!
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Publisher : Fox Chapel Publishing; 2nd Expanded edition (September 10, 2018)
Language : English
Paperback : 240 pages
ISBN-10 : 1565239504
ISBN-13 : 978-1565239500
Item Weight : 1.84 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 10.9 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book provides useful advice and tips for artists of all skill levels. It covers the basics in both traditional and digital art, with insights from successful masters. They appreciate the great artwork and recommend it to fantasy art enthusiasts. The book offers valuable artist knowledge and techniques suitable for serious artists and those who draw well. Many customers find the price reasonable.
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