This is the third title in the Collins 30-Minute series of practical and inspirational guides in a handy sketchbook format. Aimed at the practised beginner, it will show how to achieve successful sketches using pencil and watercolour in just 30 minutes - ideal for the busy amateur artist.
Many people think they don't have enough time to sketch, but in this attractive guide Alwyn Crawshaw encourages quick and simple learning. By working with just a few materials, including both pencil and watercolour, and focusing on just the key techniques it is possible to make successful sketches in no more than half an hour. And for those artists who already have a little sketching experience, learning to work more quickly enables them to free up their style and sketch more spontaneously.
With clear, easy-to-follow advice and ideas presented in a simple approachable way, this book provides a perfect introduction to sketching quickly and easily. Key features include, quick tips, handy checklists, practical projects, step-by-step exercises and half-hour demonstrations.
| ISBN: | 9780007259380 |
| Publication date: | 3rd March 2008 |
| Author: | Alwyn Crawshaw |
| Publisher: | Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 96 pages |
| Series: | Collins 30 Minute |
| Genres: |
Paintings and painting in watercolours or pastels Drawing and drawings in pencil, charcoal, crayon or pastel The Arts: techniques and principles Teaching skills and techniques Practical advice: Life hacks / handy tips Painting, drawing and art manuals |
This is the third title in the Collins 30-Minute series of practical and inspirational guides in a handy sketchbook format. Aimed at the practised beginner, it will show how to achieve successful sketches using pencil and watercolour in just 30 minutes - ideal for the busy amateur artist.
Many people think they don't have enough time to sketch, but in this attractive guide Alwyn Crawshaw encourages quick and simple learning. By working with just a few materials, including both pencil and watercolour, and focusing on just the key techniques it is possible to make successful sketches in no more than half an hour. And for those artists who already have a little sketching experience, learning to work more quickly enables them to free up their style and sketch more spontaneously.
With clear, easy-to-follow advice and ideas presented in a simple approachable way, this book provides a perfect introduction to sketching quickly and easily. Key features include, quick tips, handy checklists, practical projects, step-by-step exercises and half-hour demonstrations.
Sketching features in the following genres: Paintings and painting in watercolours or pastels, Drawing and drawings in pencil, charcoal, crayon or pastel, The Arts: techniques and principles, Teaching skills and techniques, Practical advice: Life hacks / handy tips, Painting, drawing and art manuals
Sketching is available in Hardback
Sketching was written by Alwyn Crawshaw and published by Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Sketching has 96 pages
Yes it is part of Collins 30 Minute series