Figures in Watercolour (SBSLA25) (Step-by-Step Leisure Arts)

Figures in Watercolour (SBSLA25) (Step-by-Step Leisure Arts)

by Carole Massey (Author)

Synopsis

Using varied step-by-step demonstrations and her own inspirational paintings, she provides helpful advice on all the important elements of figure work, including anatomy, proportion, expression, movement and clothing. Illustrating how to capture the likeness of children and adults of all ages, she also explores how to mix skin tones, and how to create perspective using shadows and highlights. Sections are included on heads and hands, and the book contains information on painting figures in a composition.

Watercolour has wonderful qualities which make it ideal for creating paintings full of life and colour. This easy-to-follow book contains all the necessary guidelines to help you develop your own style

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 48
Publisher: Search Press
Published: 25 Jan 2003

ISBN 10: 1903975034
ISBN 13: 9781903975039

Media Reviews

Issue 26, 2005

Even the most accomplished landscape artist can struggle when it comes to painting figures in watercolour. Carole Massey takes us through the step-by-step process of figure drawing and painting in a way that will ensure success for anyone. Her range of illustrations will help you get that figure right. I particularly liked the section on facial features - eyes, mouth, nose, ears - all with good examples. Hands and feet are explained clearly and her paintings of figures in a variety of settings are an asset to any artist.

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Author Bio
Carole Massey was born in Hertfordshire and studied at St. Alban's School of Art and Leicester School of Art & Design. After a career in advertising and graphic design, Carole returned to her first love, painting, full-time. She now teaches and runs weekend workshops, as well as organising painting holidays. Carole's work is exhibited widely, and she is particularly known for her celebrity portraits, mostly inspired by photographs. She uses a wide variety of media including acrylic, watercolour, pastel, pencil and monochrome.