Compact but comprehensive; this manual contains the best information available on pencil and ink techniques. Written and beautifully illustrated by an acclaimed artist and advertising illustrator; its the perfect companion for artists seeking a guide to the variety of techniques and media for rendering their ideas on paper.Pencil drawing and ink drawing receive separate treatments; both sections stress materials and tools mdash; including graphite pencils; charcoal and pastel pencils; wax pencils; pens; brushes; marking pens; scratching tools; and more. They also explore different methods of handling strokes and lines; techniques for stabling and conveying tones and shadows; and technical tips. The 28 step-by-step demonstrations mdash; many of them exquisitely illustrated in full color mdash; range from techniques of fine penwork and cross-hatching to drawing with colored inks and colored markers. In addition; a series of multipart exercises will prove extraordinarily useful to the student. The profusion of skillful illustrations throughout the book; over 540 in all; constitute a treasure in themselves; covering a great diversity of subjects mdash; from portraits and still lifes to landscapes and cityscapes worldwide.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. "Chapter 1: Doing a Show. Lets start at the very beginning."By Linda Painchaud-SteinmanAs the title of this review indicates; this guide is nicely broken down into usable and practical steps; that can lead to the staging of your play. The author; John Kenrick; assumes ( correctly!) that you will need A to Z information if this is your first time staging a production.Louise Guinther states in the Foreword: "One of this books most admirable features is its willingness to state the obvious." But that doesnt mean the information is useless. Rather; it means that having a clear plan will allow you to avoid mistakes; and proceed confidently to a finished staging of your play.Despite the publication date of 2006; the information in the book still applies; making this a good resource before you announce "Show Time!"1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. MUST HAVE!By KSLast spring I put on my first middle school performance - Cinderella. It would not have been possible without this book. The information is invaluable to all first time directors!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A must have for theatre people.By Veegis PhilbinWell written; well organized; and well thought out approach to putting on a production. I really appreciate this book.