It takes the proper infusion of light and shade to accurately represent an objects solidity and character. With this time-honored guide; artists will easily develop a keener; more educated eye for introducing shadow; light; gradation; and reflection to drawings. This insightful study begins with fascinating artistic experiments and exercises; moving on to illuminating advice on how to deepen volume; evoke sunlight; and create mood. Various shapes such as pyramids; cones; spheres; and vases each necessitate different shading techniques; and are all expertly described in a wonderfully instructive tone and eighty-seven skillful illustrations. Thorough guidance on materials and how they should be manipulated to achieve specific effects is also included in this concise and enlightening resource for artists of all levels.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Fantastic indeed!By JocelyneEver since I read Glenn Dixons wonderful book Pilgrim in a Palace of Words; I have eagerly waited to read this one. Another little gem from this gifted author who expertly weaves informative and entertaining material. I feel richer for having read this fantastic travelogue and cant wait for the next work from this talented; sensitive; witty writer. Thank you; Glenn Dixon.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Dixon explores the primal human need make music.By Curtis P PetrieA must read for anyone who has a deep love for the power of music; is moved by the adventure of world travel; is interested in how communities come together; or is intrigued by how our brains work. Dixon melds these seemingly disparate topics in a natural and humorous manner that welcomes the reader to join him on a musical journey around the world. A journey that starts some 44;000 years ago and follows the harmony; melody and rhythms around the globe stopping in Africa; India; Europe; the Caribbean and beyond. Dixon is not just a cataloging musical styles but rather exploring the primal human need to make music and the impact of these creations. Now I just need to pack my guitar and start saving up for airfare!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Must Read!By Olivia ClaireTripping the World Fantastic explores the connection between music and the human brain and considers the question of why music is found in every human culture - at least as far back as 42;000 BC. In exploring these topics; Dixon pulls from his obviously vast travel experience to express his ideas with humour and insight. The reader gets to travel with Dixon all over the world to get an inside look at how music shapes a variety of different cultures. This is a must read for anyone with a thirst for knowledge about the world around us and those things that connect us.