Acrylic Illuminations: Reflective and Luminous Acrylic Painting Techniques - Hardcover

Reyner, Nancy

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1440327033 ISBN 13: 9781440327032

Verlag: North Light Books, 2013

Inhaltsangabe

This exciting book contains a wealth of tips and techniques for exploring and exploiting the effects of light.

Nancy looks at unconventional methods, including the use of metal leaf and iridescent paints that add new highlights and textures. Although it seems barely possible that these could have any place in conventional, representative painting, there's no doubt that the results are effective and convincing, as illustrations from 44 different artists will show.

As well as unusual materials, Nancy also examines the effects of pouring paint, a technique that's more controllable than might first appear. She will also show you how to achieve optical and luminous effects, with the use of fluorescent and phosphorescent paints. Again, these are revealed as much more than just gimmicks.

The book is simply presented and easy to follow and spiral binding means that it lays flat in use, essential when you're trying to read and paint at the same time!

Northlight. Hardback. 244 Pages. Colour throughout.

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Reseña del editor:

50 dazzling techniques...for work that shines above the rest!

From the author of the best-selling books Acrylic Revolution and Acrylic Innovation, this book blazes new creative territory with 50 techniques that harness the artistic power of light. Ranging from subtle glazing on metal leaf, to pearly sheens, to boldly colored optical effects and glossy surfboard finishes, these approaches represent the most requested aspects of Nancy Reyner's popular workshops.

• 50 eye-catching techniques feature metal leaf, reflective paints, pouring, fluorescent and phosphorescent paints, refractive layering and optical color effects.
• Possibilities are vividly illustrated with diverse work from 44 artists.
• A "Crash Course on Acrylic" chapter offers an overview of how to use these versatile paints and products to their fullest potential.

This hands-on guide provides clear step-by-step directions to successfully execute these new and exciting techniques. Explore matte skin construction, sheen shifting, embedding objects, patinas and polished stone effects. Use these approaches for organic, abstract or realistic styles...as backgrounds, top layers, or accents layered in between...combine, experiment, and let your paintings shine.

Biografía del autor:

Nancy Reyner is a painter of more than 30 years experience who exhibits, lectures and teaches internationally. She is a technical consultant for Golden Artist Colors, Inc., which allows her to use the latest in acrylic paint technology to create original and unique effects in her paintings. Visit nancyreyner.com.

Über diese Auflage

• Verlag: North Light Books
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2013
• ISBN 10: 1440327033
• ISBN 13: 9781440327032
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 144