Capturing Soft Realism In Colored Pencil; Author: Kullberg, Ann; Hardback; Book

Author: Kullberg, Ann
Hardback; Book
128 pages
Published: August 2002
F&W Publications Inc
ISBN: 1581801696

There's a trick to painting realistic subject matter without including every last little detail. It's this soft realism approach to colored pencil that Ann Kullburg shares in her insightful new technique book.Kullberg teaches artists how to faithfully capture the essence of any subject without wasting time on excessive detail work. Step by step she presents 35 popular subjects and describes techniques for adding rich texture, depth and form in the most simple and straightforward way possible. Insights on getting a realistic effect include: -- Mapping out a complex subject to make it easier to paint-- Changing pencil strokes to create different textures-- Mixing hues for greater visual interest-- Creating softer, more natural edges by varying the pressure of tAll the instruction the artist needs to effortlessly add gorgeous details to every piece they create. This title teaches artists how to faithfully capture the essence of any subject without wasting time on excessive detail work. It presents 35 subjects and describes techniques for adding rich texture, depth and form. Insights include how to change pencil strokes to create different textures.