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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><i>The Urban Sketching Handbook: Panoramas and Vertical Vistas</i> shows how to observe, draw, and present architecture and landscapes from a variety of fascinating perspectives.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>In <i>The Urban Sketching Handbook: Panoramas and Vertical Vistas</i>, urban sketcher and art educator Mario Linhares gives a guided tour on how to explore and capture cityscapes, landscapes, and more in drawings from unique points of view.</b> <p/> In this thorough yet accessible book, you'll learn how to: <ul><li>Improve your drawing skills and selectively translate what you see for maximum impact</li><li>Fearlessly use your sketchbook as a laboratory for experimenting with various points of view and perspectives</li><li>Consider the many options for visual approaches with work contributed by a wide variety of experienced sketchers</li></ul> Featuring eight special gatefold pages that showcase outsized images, <i>The Urban Sketching Handbook: Panoramas and Vertical Vistas </i>will show you how to heighten the visual drama of every subject. <p/> The <b>Urban Sketching Handbook series</b> offers location artists expert instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a compact, easy-to-carry format--perfect to toss in your backpack or artist's tote.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Mario Linhares</b> is a designer, urban sketcher, and arts educator. A PhD researcher in Fine Arts, he studied at the Artistic School Antonio Arroio and holds a master's degree in Visual Arts Education. The former Education Director of UrbanSketchers.org, Mario currently coordinates the USk Academic Group. He lives in Sintra, Portugal, outside Lisbon.</p>

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