Carole Massey – författare

THE BEGINNER’S ULTIMATE HOW-TO DRAWING GUIDE: Learn to draw people, animals, landscapes, and more with this step-by-step drawing book covering all the need-to-know techniques.Take the first step to drawing with this easy-to-follow course on producing fantastic drawings with pen, pencil and more. Carole Massey’s practical drawing instruction and simple step-by-step approach will quickly get you started. Inside you’ll find chapters on:ToneShadingSketchingDrawing landscapesCompositionDrawing animals, figures, and movementDrawing buildings and perspectiveAnd more!If you have ever wanted to learn to draw, but lacked the confidence to start, then Drawing for the Absolute Beginner is the book for you.

Drawing the human face has a timeless and universal appeal, though it's often perceived as being difficult to achieve. Carole's book removes the mystery from portrait painting, and makes the subject accessible to even absolute beginners. She shows you in easy step-by-step stages how to use line, tone and form to capture a likeness and give it both personality and expression. Containing simple exercises along with longer step-by-step projects, this book leads you by the hand through the different elements of the face, allowing you to gradually build your skills before leading on to successfully describing your subject's likeness and character. Composition, clothing, props and more personal characteristics like age and hairstyles are all covered. The book also includes information on drawing from life.

Learn the art of acrylic painting from 3 high-profile artists as they share step-by-step guidance on essential techniques, materials, and more.Includes 10 landscape painting projects with clear photographs and instructions—perfect for acrylic painters of all skill levels!  Do you want to start acrylic painting, or improve your acrylic painting skills? This practical, inspiring guide has you covered! Join professional artists and best-selling authors Wendy Jelbert, Carol Massey, and David Hyde as they share their expertise, tips, and techniques in 10 demonstrations you can follow right at home. You’ll learn about:  • Acrylic painting basics, with advice on useful techniques and the effects they create• How to paint landscapes in acrylic, from mastering composition to choosing the right colors• How to paint flowers in acrylic, with tips on drawing, composition, color, and tone• Further acrylic painting techniques for upping your skills, with easy-to-follow applications  Perfect for both beginner and experienced acrylic enthusiasts, this step-by-step guide is full of useful tips, easy-to-follow instructions, and inspirational paintings to spark your next project!Comprises material from the Leisure Arts series: Painting with Acrylics (9780855328405) Landscapes in Acrylics (9780855320234) Creative Acrylic Techniques (9780855328481) Flowers in Acrylics (9780855328535)