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 the pencil It's all the instruction a colored pencil
artist needs to effortlessly add gorgeous details to every
piece they create.
The author shows how to create form, volume,
and space and avoid overworking a picture.
She also shares special techniques for
both popular and nontraditional subjects
and discusses how to become a professional
artist. 200 color illustrations.
Colored Pencil Solution Book by Janie Gildow, Barbara Benedetti
Newton – Paperback: 128 pages Publisher:
North Light Books; new edition (May 29,
2006)
Few mediums can rival the range of effects
achieved with colored pencils. This guide
offers sound instruction from two highly
respected artists. Drawing on more than
30 years of experience they provide answers
to the most frequently asked questions.
Chapters feature an easy-to-refence format
covering crucial topics including setup,
application, technique, color theory,
texture and light."
Explore the full potential of this fascinating and versatile
medium and learn how, using simple techniques, you can create
works of tremendous subtlety and delicacy.
A comprehensive techniques section introduces readers to the
materials needed, and demonstrates in easy-to-follow step-by-step
sequences essential coloured pencil techniques such as blending
and shading. Readers are encouraged to look closely at their
subjects—simple exercises demonstrate how to search for
hidden tones and colours that might otherwise be missed.
The author then provides 15 step-by-step projects for readers
to follow. Starting with close-up drawings of subjects such
as cat's eyes and pebbles, the projects work through to more
complex illustrations such as a still life with fruit and a
tulip in a glass vase.
In this way readers can build up skills gradually, using simple
techniques learnt in earlier projects to complete the later
ones. Each project is accompanied by a reference photo, a black-and-white
outline sketch and a colour key, plus a 'Now Try This' box to
suggest further creative explorations.
Colored Pencil Explorations by Janie Gildow –
Hardcover: 144 pages Publisher: North Light Books; 1st edition
(December 1, 2002)
This dynamic book reveals the limitless creative possibilities
of colored pencils when blended with mixed media. It features
the work of today's most innovative colored pencil artists,
highlighting a range of new and exciting effects in step-by-step
detail.
Designed to be instantly gratifying and wholly
achievable, these techniques incorporate pastel,
solvents, airbrush, watercolor, acrylic, ink
and more. Each chapter clearly demonstrates
how readers can re-create techniques in their
own work.
They'll find plenty of information on tools,
materials and each medium's basic characteristics.
A final section includes line drawings of the
demonstrations so that readers can concentrate
on their new skills without worrying about getting
the drawing right.
Best
of Colored Pencil Series
The Best of Colored Pencil by The Colored Pencil
Society of America (Editor) – Paperback: 144 pages Publisher:
Rockport Publishers; 4th edition (March 2000)
After 22 years in the corporate world of marketing, Vera Cunow
turned to pursue her career in art. Her devotion to colored
pencil art and artists inspired her to establish The Colored
Pencil Society of America. Curnow is the author of several Rockport
titles including, "Creative Colored Pencil: The Step-By-Step
Guide and Showcase", "Creative Colored Pencil Portraits",
and "Creative Colored Pencil Landscapes". She has
also been published in "The Complete Book of Colored Pencil",
"The Encyclopedia of Colored Pencil Technologies",
and "The Artist's Magazine". Her work has been featured
in solo exhibitions and national juried competitions. Most notably,
she received the top award for graphics from New York's prestigious
Salmagundi Club. Curnow serves as a juror for art exhibitions,
conducts workshops for trade shows, universities, and art supply
stores, and is co-owner of the Creative Colored Pencil Workshop
Company.
Best of Colored Pencil 5by Vera Curnow (Editor)
– Hardcover, 144 pages (October 1999) Rockport Pub
The Artist's Channel has over 500 high quality video art instruction
segments taught by leading artists such as Johnnie Liliedahl,
Helen van Wyk, Eric Wiegardt, Jan Kunz, Jerry Yarnell and Zoltan
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from basics to advanced techniques in watercolors, oils &
acrylics, pastels, colored pencils, drawing and much more. Your
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Capturing the elusive qualities of light is one of the most
sought-after goals of artists in every medium, and Painting
Light with Colored Pencil helps readers achieve that goal with:
• An overview of the basics of any work of art, such as
composition, gathering reference material, value
and color
• Over 20 step-by-step lessons covering a variety of popular
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subjects, including fruit, flowers, textures and
water
• Two extended demonstrations that show readers how to
combine the individual lessons to create a refined,
detailed
painting
Through the techniques explained in this book,
readers will learn how to unlock the potential
of colored pencils to create realistic, light-filled
paintings that glow.
Exploring
Colored Pencil
by Sandra McFall Angelo – Hardcover, 144
pages (May 2000) Davis Publications
Reader review: I received the book today
and I love it. It covers all types of styles
& techniques for the various colored pencils
varieties. It is a wonderful reference book
for both a professional and an amateur artist.
This is a must for anyone interested in the
colored pencil as an artistic tool.
Flowers are a perennial favorite subject because
of their exciting variety and complexity of
color, texture and detail. Using basic colored
pencil techniques, artists can capture the rich
textures and distinct personalities of elegant
orchids, graceful roses, cheery pansies and
dozens of other beautiful blooms.
Gary Greene, along with six other respected
colored pencil artists, show how to make the
most of colored pencil's distinctive translucent
properties. In 64 glowing, step-by-step demonstrations
they show how to layer, burnish and underpaint
colors to create floral portraits that are truly
radiant. Features advice on choosing tools and
materials plus the Plethora of Flora—a
colorful gallery of finished blooms.
Reader review: The book collects a very
good portfolio of composition by colour pencil
techniques. I chanced upon his book while looking
for references for pastel painting. Both techniques
can share some of their common painting techniques
since they are direct and do not need time for
the composition to dry.
The meticulous detailing in colour pencil techniques
is very well discussed in the book with steps
by step examples given to illustrate the built-up
of the composition. This helps the beginners
with techniques and help build up their competency
and confidence through its detailed breakdown
of sequences and techniques. It's alomost like
having a tutor who is not physically present
but the teachings effectively conveyed.
I greatly recommend the book to all beginners
and intermediate painters who are keen to develop
further into the techniques of colour pencils.
The Colored Pencil by Bet Borgeson,
Edwin Borgeson (Photographer) – Paperback
Rev & Updtd edition (November 1995) Watson-Guptill
Pubns
Now in Paperback, -the perennial bestseller
that is the acknowledged "bible" of the medium.
Borgesen provides the latest, most authoritative
information on materials, offers clearcut lessons
on color mixing and specific techniques, and
demonstrates various methods for creating works.
Her beautifully rendered artwork complements
the text. 150 color illustrations.
Borgeson, author of several books on the subject, is recognized
as having helped renew interest in colored pencil as a fine
medium. This volume is a revision of her earlier Colored Pencil
Fast Techniques (Watston-Guptill, 1988). It fits well in the
"Basic Techniques" series, with individual sections
on tools, drawing surfaces, etc., giving way to discussions
of sophisticated techniques of layering, burnishing, and lifting
color. An excellent chapter of studio tips is added. Warr's
work strives to be comprehensive but fails for lack of space,
and its scattershot style will confuse the beginner for whom
it was written. For the novice, Jenny Rodwell's Coloured Pencil
Drawing (Studio Vista, 1994) is much more useful. Borgeson's
book is recommended for the serious student and will do well
in collections that don't already contain her earlier works.
—Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
An artist can create an astonishing range of
hues, tints, and textures using colored pencils.
This volume of Running Press's Encyclopedia
of Art Technique Series demonstrates how to
fully explore the potential of this remarkable
medium. Covers the characteristics of various
kinds of pencils and assorted techniques. Over
200 full-color photos.
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