Painting with Pastels - by Maggie Price (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>7The popularity of pastels is on the rise7Author is a well-known, highly respected artist, instructor and founding editor of The Pastel Journal79 renowned contributors add variety and different perspectives to working with pastel, as well as a lot of beautiful artThis book shows the reader everything they need to know to paint with pastels, from materials and techniques to painting from photographs. Maggie Price, one of today's most well-known pastel instructors, demonstrates the varied techniques of the medium, including using different types of strokes, blending, layering, and mixing media. Hand-in photos show how to hold and apply the pastel, and the twenty-two step-by-step demonstrations cover everything including preparing your surface, underpainting, figure drawing and more.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Come enjoy the art of pastel painting with beloved workshop instructor Maggie Price. In this step-by-step guide, she teaches you everything you need to know to make the most of this accessible art form. From selecting the right materials to learning the fundamentals of composition, Maggie starts with the basics and progresses to 21 complete pastel demonstrations that detail specific painting techniques and effects. <p/>You'll learn how to: <p/> - Create depth and movement with color<br> - Paint using a range of strokes<br> - Blend colors to create luminous skies, reflections and more<br> - Underpaint to achieve brilliant light and deep shadows<br> - Mix pastels with watercolor and gouache to create fluid effects<br> - Create new compositions from photographs<br> In addition to step-by-step guidance, you'll be inspired by the work of ten nationally renowned pastel artists. Their contributions to this book illustrate the limitless possibilities of pastel painting and offer additional insight for working with this versatile medium. Maggie also includes dozens of helpful sidebars to help you save time, avoid mistakes and work more efficiently. <p/>With its blend of visual instruction, thorough guidance and breathtaking artwork, this is the only guide you need to experience the joy and satisfaction of painting with pastels.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Maggie Price</b> is the co-founder, former editor and current contributor of <i>The Pastel Journal</i>. She currently conducts her own workshops on painting with pastels in the US and other countries, and is an active member in numerous art societies. Visit her website at www.maggiepriceart.com.
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