Miniatures are not simply small paintings: special techniques are used to achieve their unique glow and luminosity. This book explains how to paint in detail in a small format with colour and precision. It gives an introduction to the history and traditions of miniatures set by Holbein; Hilliard and Oliver. Advice is given on materials; paints; bases and framing and there are step-by-step demonstrations of stippling and hatching; watercolour and oil painting; and colour mixing. There is a focus also on portraits; still life and silhouettes. Drawing on her extensive experience; Pauline Denyer-Baker shares her passion for painting miniatures; and inspires both beginners and more experienced artists to master and enjoy this historic art form. With further advice on the importance of drawing and sketchbooks; and featuring work from leading artists with a range of styles and subjects; this is an inspirational guide aimed at all artists; particularly those interested in miniatures and portraits.Fully illustrated with 254 colour images.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. GLENN GOULDS GRAND PIANOBy Letitia W.GRAND PIANOThe book is so interesting and inspiring that I havent even gotten half-way through. I save it and study between other stories;and will probably re-read it once I finish. The tale begins with a description of a grand piano that was once used by the pianist Glen Gould. I am a pianist so first; I found more about the life of the spectacular musician Glenn Gould that I had not known. I have one of his Bach cds but intend to get the Goldberg Variations that were so talked about when Goulds recording was first issued. And then; the story moves away from Mr. Gould and on to the person; who almost completely blind later; after serious training; becomes the caretaker; of Glenn Goulds piano. His name is Verne Lundquist.. The description of his training as an almost blind person; in itself made the book even more interesting. For instance to earn a license he had to tune over a thousand pianos. Cant wait to get back to finishing! .0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Curious but CaptivatingBy spockcThis is a good read for people who dont know much about the Steinway piano company; but it is even more fascinating as a study of the richly talented but equally eccentric pianist Glen Gould. Ive known for years that the Steinway is considered by many musicians as the finest piano in the world; but this book gives the history of the company as well as a laymans rundown of the interest process of hand-producing these one-of-a-kind concert grand pianos. However; the real story for me was the life of the pianist Gould. Ive seen some videos of Gould on Youtube and heard his name mentioned as a gifted artist; but I was mesmerized to learn about Goulds life and his genuine obsession to find THE ONE Steinway concert grand piano. Hafner takes the reader from the beginning of Goulds life when he first discovered his musical talent to the blossoming of his career to his gradual move from live concerts to recording; always told in the context of Goulds total obsession with finding and playing the true love of his life; Steinway CD 318. I couldnt put it down!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. More than meets the earBy D. J. LeedhamAm just finishing this book for the second read. Seems to hit the right balance of interest and entertainment for those of us who want to learn more about Gould and his music; but are neither musicologists; nor keen on trivial gossip. This is a love story about an obsessive perfectionist and a piano; and the tuner(s) who made it work for him. There is sufficient technical detail to make the story truly interesting together with a narrative that weaves the various strands of man; machine; technician; travels and travails... A small; journalistic; insight into Glenn Gould the genius who brought Bach to life....Light enough to read on a plane or train; but substantial enough to be memorable....
