Complete Artist's Manual (HarperCollins Publishers)

The definitive artist's reference guide and comprehensive sourcebook of art materials and painting techniques, now available in a modern paperback edition. The Complete Artist's Manual covers all the elements of painting and drawing from materials to techniques, colour composition and media - the ultimate artist's bible. In addition, it contains a structured painting course with simple exercises developing into more advanced projects, with demonstrations aby well-known practising artists who share their experience and expertise with the reader. Contents includes; Supports Drawing and painting media Drawing and sketching Painting techniques Colour and composition What to paint - getting started The artist's studio Glossary and directory The Complete Artist's Manual is visually rich and exciting, practical and comprehensive - no artist's studio should be without it.