[ePub] Jose Gonzalez Vampirella Art Edition (Vampirella (2011)) by Archie Goodwin; T. Casey Brennan; Steve Englehart; Jose Toutain; Mike Butterworth; Bill Dubay; Rich Margopoulos at Arts-Photography

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Grab your pen and seize the day! Make art a part of your everyday life; and everyday life a part of your art. Vast opportunities and great joy await you as you learn sketching "on the spot"--be it in your own backyard; amid the bustle of a busy market; on a hike or wherever you happen to find yourself. Cathy Johnson leads you on this thrilling expedition as you explore ways to turn everyday sights and experiences into a cache of visual memories. She and other artists have opened their sketchbooks to share their favorite subjects; ranging from natures paraphernalia to aging buildings; crashing waves and beloved pets. You will travel the world through sketches and stories; through deserts and deep woods; cities and small towns. Along the way; youll pick up helpful tips and clever; on-location improvisations for making your sketching sessions pleasurable; safe and productive.Chapters focus on sketching subjects close to home; on travels; in nature; in urban settings and from everyday life.10+ artists share favorite sketches; tips and techniques.15+ demos reveal on-the-spot sketches as they come together.Includes expert advice on getting the best results from a range of mediums; including graphite; ink; colored pencil; watercolor and gouache.The Artists Sketchbook is pure delight; full of passion and possibility; ideas and inspirations. Youll learn ways to be prepared; simplify; still your inner critic; embrace the here and now; and in doing so; discover wonders you never thought to look for.