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Drawing with graphite and coloured pencils enables the artist to capture every detail of a plant, and to enjoy, study and celebrate their wonderful forms. Whether the illustration is a striking monotone or vibrant with colour, pencils give you absolute precision. The book, written and illustrated by an award-winning botanical artist, introduces and explains the drawing skills behind the art. Each chapter concentrates on a different aspect of the plant, working upwards from the root system to include the stem, leaves, flowers and fruit. Fungi have also been included due to their close association with plants. Topics covered include: techniques on using graphite and coloured pencils; practical help on lighting, posture and keeping plants fresh; instruction on composition, colour charts and mixing; advice on portraying texture and hairs, and achieving bloom on fruit and finally, simple explanations of botany to aid the artist’s understanding. With tips and advice throughout, the techniques are supported by step-by-step projects, clear exercises and over 300 colour illustrations.
Publisher : The Crowood Press (June 15, 2016)
Language : English
Paperback : 176 pages
ISBN-10 : 1785001590
ISBN-13 : 978-1785001598
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.84 x 0.47 x 10.78 inches
Customers say
Customers find this book provides clear, concise instructions for beginners. They appreciate the illustrations and color pencil techniques. The book helps them understand the layering process of color and shadows.
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