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Everything you need to know to put your drawings and paintings into perspective!
If the concept of perspective makes you think of confusing angles, fancy measuring gadgets and complicated theories, get ready for a very pleasant surprise. In this comprehensive guide, Phil Metzger demystifies perspective, presenting it simply as a matter of mimicking the way we see–like the way a distant mountain appears blue, or a road seems to narrow in the distance.
The Art of Perspective offers simple but powerful techniques for achieving a convincing illusion of depth and distance, whether it’s a few inches in a still life or miles in a landscape.
• Start simple, with atmospheric perspective and intuitive techniques, and gradually progress to linear perspective and more complex challenges such as stairways, curves and reflections.
• Use the engaging, step-by-step demonstrations and exercises to try out each essential concept for yourself, making lessons clearer and more memorable.
• Learn theories that apply to all mediums, with specific advice for achieving effects using acrylic, oil, watercolor and pencil.
• Get the inside scoop on professional tricks and shortcuts that make perspective easier than ever!
Forget everything you think you know (or don’t know) about perspective. This book builds an easy-to-follow, ground-up understanding of how to turn a flat painting or drawing surface into a living, breathing, dimensional scene that lures viewers in. No matter how you look at it, it’s the ultimate guide to perspective for artists of every medium and skill level.
Publisher : North Light Books (June 12, 2007)
Language : English
Paperback : 208 pages
ISBN-10 : 1581808550
ISBN-13 : 978-1581808551
Item Weight : 1.85 pounds
Dimensions : 8.54 x 0.55 x 10.99 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book provides a thorough overview of perspective concepts with ample examples and drawings. They find it easy to use, with step-by-step drawing techniques for beginners. The illustrations enhance the reading experience and are well-presented. Customers describe the book as well-put-together, well-thought-out, and worth the money.
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