Learning to render a variety of textures is a fundamental skill for
any fine artist, no matter the chosen media or subject matter. The
Complete Book of Textures for Artists features more than 275
step-by-step lessons, tips, and techniques for rendering a wide range of
textures in a variety of media, including graphite pencil, charcoal,
colored pencil, oil, and acrylic.
Whether you're an experienced artist or just starting out, The Complete
Book of Textures for Artists features a wide variety of both
traditional and contemporary techniques. After an introduction to the
basic tools and materials, discover a variety of drawing and
painting techniques, such as hatching, crosshatching, shading,
blending, layering, burnishing, and more. Organized into sections
based on subject matter and media, each page features easy-to-follow
steps demonstrating how to create each specific texture. Not only will
you learn a variety of techniques, but you'll also discover new ideas
and inspiration for using the techniques in your own projects.
Packed with easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of helpful artist
tips, The Complete Book of Textures for Artists is the perfect
resource for beginning and established artists who are ready to master
the intricacies of rendering realistic texture in their artwork.