Harrison, Hazel

A guide to painting with acrylics, discussing materials, different paint textures and surfaces, and color mixing; providing step-by-step sequences that demonstrate the techniques used by acrylic painters; and including nine sequences that show how a painting is made from start to finish.

Presents an introduction to the basic techniques and materials of drawing, and features step-by-step instructions designed to help artists master more than fifty drawing techniques,grouped in the categories of monochrome, color, and mixed media, digital drawing, and themes.

Guide to working with pastels, describing different types of pastels, offering advice on putting together a basic starter palette, and including 40 step-by-step lessons for developing technique and style.

Gives step-by-step instructions for developing all the basic techniques of watercolor painting.

Offers illustrated, step-by-step instructions on a variety of acrylic techniques, arranged alphabetically from blending to wet into wet, and includes demonstrations on how to apply those techniques to a wide range of subjects.