The Fundamentals of Drawing Portraits: A Practical and Inspirational Course - Hardcover

Barrington Barber

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0760770832 ISBN 13: 9780760770832

Publisher: Barnes & Noble Books, 2006

Synopsis

This book is essential for everyone who wants to improve their drawing skills. Written by teacher and established artist Barrington Barber, it contains a wealth of know-how and practical advice, supported by over 300 original illustrations. Guidance is given on how to overcome common difficulties without imposing a particular style or approach. The air throughout is to help you discover your artistic purpose while giving you the technical tools necessary I you are to produce work you will be proud to call your own. As a complement to the book's essentially skills-based core, you will find feature spreads on artists who have been major influences on the development of portraiture, and plenty of scope for incorporating their innovative ideas in your own drawings. The Fundamentals of Drawing Portraits presents an inspirational approach to all aspects of the subject, ensuring that you will remain enthused from beginning to end and regularly revisit its pages for advice and encouragement.

About this edition

• Publisher: Barnes & Noble Books
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0760770832
• ISBN 13: 9780760770832
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 208