| Drawing and Painting Trees Green Edition Contributor(s): Hill, Adrian (Author) |
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ISBN: 0486468453 ISBN-13: 9780486468457 Publisher: Dover Publications OUR PRICE: $17.96 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: September 2008 Annotation: This classic guide offers a well-rounded view of portraying beeches, elms, pines, and many other varieties. Starting with a brief history of tree painting through the ages, it advances to practical considerations such as general principles, color choices, and techniques. Its 150 helpful illustrations include 7 paintings in full color. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Art | Techniques - Drawing |
| Dewey: 743.76 |
| LCCN: 2008021258 |
| Series: Dover Art Instruction |
| Physical Information: 0.65" H x 8.36" W x 10.96" (1.55 lbs) 216 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This classic of art instruction by noted British painter Adrian Hill presents a well-rounded guide to portraying beeches, elms, pines, and many other varieties of trees. The three-part treatment begins with a brief but informative history of tree painting through the ages, highlighted with images by Titian, Rubens, Constable, Turner, and other masters. Advancing to a well-illustrated series of guiding principles, the author discusses the cultivation of an artistic appreciation for trees and offers preliminary drawing exercises. The third, and most extensive, section explores color choices and techniques. Progressing from simple to complex methods, Hill proposes the best materials for use in formats from monoprints and drypoint to mezzotint and etching. Additional topics include composition, style, patterns, and texture. A pioneer in the development of art therapy, Hill draws upon his vast experience in teaching students at every level to offer an accessible approach that will benefit all readers. A Foreword by Sir George Clausen introduces the text. |