Explore new ways to capture nature in your on-location drawings and
paintings through insightful tips and inspiring artwork from 40+ artists
from around the world.
In The Urban Sketching Handbook Spotlight on Nature, Gail L. Wong
and Virginia Heinshare their secrets for getting beyond basic
greenery. Presenting a variety of approaches, including detailed
examples, quick tips, and "workshop" ideas for practicing
the concepts, this book reviews important fundamentals for
composition and color and inspires unique treatments and points
of view.
There is a story to be told about nature wherever we are. Pack this
handbook with your art supplies as you set out to tell your own
stories of nature, and discover:
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Different ways you can use nature to compose your story and your
sketch, whether nature is the main character, the setting, or a frame
for your composition.
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A variety of approaches to representing the incredible variety of
forms, surfaces, and textures we find in nature, including finding
shape, proportion, and structure and creating depth.
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Tips for finding the character of a place with advice on painting
water movement, atmosphere and weather, and quality of light.
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Places to find nature in a city, from a venerable landmark tree to a
humble dandelion growing in a sidewalk crack.
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An exploration of various methods of expressive interpretation,
including sketching in monochrome, playing with color palettes, and
simplifying shapes.
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A gallery of inspirational examples of art showing a variety of
different artistic styles and a list of 24 artistic challenges to
develop your own style and skills.
Geared toward intermediate and experienced artists, but a great
inspirational reference for beginners, The Urban Sketching Handbook
Spotlight on Nature shows you the many ways you can bring nature to
life on the page.
The Urban Sketching Handbook series offers artists expert
instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an
abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a
compact, easy-to-carry format--perfect to toss in your backpack or
artist's tote.
