DOC A Cleveland Legacy: The Architecture of Walker and Weeks by Eric Johannesen in Arts-Photography

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Easy techniques for true-to-life portraits! If you think all portrait-painting books are the same; think again. This book will inspire you to approach your canvas with renewed (or newly discovered) enthusiasm and confidence. Using modern-day techniques; Luana Luconi Winner shows you how to capture not only a physical likeness; but also the personality and unique; natural expression of your subject. Her direct; relaxed teaching style takes the intimidation out of painting portraits; empowering artists of any skill level and medium to turn ordinary people into exceptional works of art. Time-tested; easy-to-follow techniques for achieving accurate facial shapes and proportions. 10 quick-reference color charts make it easy to mix skin tones and hair colors for a full range of complexions and ethnicities. Mini-demonstrations show how to use a variety of mediums--graphite; charcoal; pastels; watercolor and oils--to create sketches and preliminary studies. Tips on using a digital camera to generate reference material and troubleshoot your compositions. Three start-to-finish painting demonstrations in oils and pastels illustrate the particulars of painting males and females; adults and children. Destined to become a classic in its own right; Painting Classic Portraits covers every step in the process--from selecting clothes; backgrounds and props that tell a story; to using design elements to stir emotion in your viewers. Its everything you need to know to create timeless portraits and great paintings.