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Oil paint is such a responsive and versatile medium that no two painters need use it in exactly the same way, and since its invention in Renaissance times it has never lost its popularity with artists.Amateurs also find it appealing, not only because it is enjoyable to use but also because mistakes can be easily rectified, yet in many cases mistakes would not occur if the individual had a sound knowledge of technique.In the A-Z section of the book, Jeremy Galton, a practising painter, explains how to build up a painting, how and when to work "wet into wet", and how to make your brushwork describe forms and textures. He also provides a wealth of stimulating ideas such as combining oil paints with other media, mixing paint with sand and sawdust and applying it with knives, rags or the fingers.In the second part of the book, Themes, you can see the techniques in context. Illustrated with a gallery of paintings by well-known artists as well as informative step-by-step demonstrations, it shows how each person applies his or her knowledge of oil painting techniques to the interpretation of a subject, whether landscape, portrait or still life.

Master coloured pencil drawing with this step-by-step art instruction book covering 35+ drawing techniques for creating colourful landscapes, portraits, and more.Includes 150+ illustrations and easy-to-follow demonstrations so you can learn how to draw or take your colouring to the next level.Whether you’re new to coloured pencil drawing, or a more experienced artist looking to build your skills, here is your indispensable guide to learning essential coloured pencil techniques!Discover the basic characteristics and colour ranges of coloured pencil – and get expert, step-by-step guidance on over 35+ essential techniques such as:ShadingBlendingStipplingImpressingSketchingUsing graphite pencils, watercolour pencils and pastels.Then, put your learnings to the test with 4 themed chapters that teach you how to draw:Landscapes and townscapesTable settings, fruits, toys, and domestic objectsFlowers, foliage, and animalsPeople and portraits.You’ll not only discover how professional artists use imaginative, dynamic styles to interpret a wide range of subjects, but you’ll also be inspired by the 150+ full-colour illustrations to create brilliant artworks of your own.

Create your own beautiful paper sculptures in this beginner-friendly origami book featuring over 30 step-by-step projects for all skill levels. A valuable, fully illustrated guide to the folded-paper arts, The Encyclopedia of Origami Techniques provides the reader with easy-to-follow instructions for creating their own paper sculptures. Covering basic origami techniques and featuring over 30 projects told through step-by-step diagrams, this guide is perfect for both beginners and experienced artists. Inside you’ll find:  Guidance on how to get startedBasic origami techniques – including folds, sequences, and bases15 beginner origami projects13 intermediate origami projects6 challenging origami projectsPlus projects inspired by origami around the world!  By the end of this book, readers will learn to master traditional origami forms, like the Printer’s Hat and Masu Box, as well as modern masterpieces such as the Square Bear and Elias Figure Base!

This comprehensive guide to traditional and contemporary techniques provides the reader with all the information they need to produce beautiful quilting and patchwork projects. For beginners, there is how-to-start advice and step-by-step photographs, diagrams and instructions to guide them through each stage of their work, and for more experienced quilters there are advanced techniques that they can dip into for help with a particular problem. For the busy but creative quilter, a section on rotary cutting and speed pieceing shows how to achieve satisfying results in no time. The book ends with a gallery of stunning items that will inspire the reader to create amazing patchwork and quilting projects of their own, whatever their ability.

UPDATED EDITION: Develop your own pastel painting style in this A-Z reference outlining a variety of techniques and materials – from soft pastels to oil pastels. Many pastel painting books take for granted the use of traditional soft pastels, a dry medium that provides the richness and variety of paint colours. Soft pastel is certainly the most versatile and widely used, but the modern range of materials include other pastel types that have their own specific purpose. In this exhaustive A-Z reference for artists of all skill levels, a variety of different pastel types are detailed, from oil through to water-soluble pastels, amongst the multitude of techniques broken down and easily explained. Start your pastel painting journal with step-by-step demonstrations that guide you through a variety of techniques, from basic colour mixing to creating special effects such as sgraffito and sfumato. Next, apply your learnings to a number of different subjects, including natural landscapes, urban scenes, figures, animals and still life. Written by professional artist Judy Martin, this comprehensive encyclopedia is the ultimate resource for amateur and veterans looking to further develop their pastel painting skills!