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Sketching for the Absolute Beginner
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Product Details
Author:
Peter Cronin
Format:
Paperback
Pages:
144
Publisher:
Search Press (November 30, 2021)
Language:
English
ISBN-13:
9781782218746
ISBN-10:
1782218742
Weight:
21.4oz
Dimensions:
8.56" x 11.06" x 0.42"
Case Pack:
22
File:
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Folder:
RandomHouse
List Price:
$19.95
As low as:
$15.36
Publisher Identifier:
P-RH
Discount Code:
A
Series:
ABSOLUTE BEGINNER ART
QuickShip:
Yes
Audience:
General/trade
Country of Origin:
China
Pub Discount:
65
Imprint:
Search Press
Overview
If you have ever wanted a complete course in how to sketch effectively, but lacked the confidence to start, then Sketching for the Absolute Beginner is the book for you.
Starting from a clear, simple method to bring all the senses into play, successful author and acclaimed artist Peter Cronin RSMA shows the reader how to bring artistry and economy to their sketching; making for swift and impressive results. Whether sketching as the basis for painting, or simply for pleasure, this book gives the reader all they need to know.
“I am a full-time professional artist, and if I had to name one thing that has improved my painting, then it would be drawing.” Peter Cronin
Numerous simple step-by-step demonstrations as well as larger projects lead the complete beginner through the book, building towards more complex and rewarding artworks. Most of the artworks in the book are created using graphite pencil, but the author also shows the reader how to use charcoal and pen and ink to broaden the possibilities; and encourage them to experiment with other media. By the end of the book, the reader will have learnt all you need to know to take your sketching skills further and become an accomplished artist in your own right.
Starting from a clear, simple method to bring all the senses into play, successful author and acclaimed artist Peter Cronin RSMA shows the reader how to bring artistry and economy to their sketching; making for swift and impressive results. Whether sketching as the basis for painting, or simply for pleasure, this book gives the reader all they need to know.
“I am a full-time professional artist, and if I had to name one thing that has improved my painting, then it would be drawing.” Peter Cronin
Numerous simple step-by-step demonstrations as well as larger projects lead the complete beginner through the book, building towards more complex and rewarding artworks. Most of the artworks in the book are created using graphite pencil, but the author also shows the reader how to use charcoal and pen and ink to broaden the possibilities; and encourage them to experiment with other media. By the end of the book, the reader will have learnt all you need to know to take your sketching skills further and become an accomplished artist in your own right.








