Self-portraiture is a remarkably rich and varied genre; acting for centuries as a means for artists to explore their inner and outer selves. This book looks deeper into the motives and thoughts that lie behind the creative process; and it also balances the goals of technical profiency and emotional authenticity so the artist is better equipped to make a compelling self-portrait. Written by identical twins; it offers a personalized; practical and theoretical guide to this most powerful of art forms. The text looks at the whole creative process involved in making a self-portrait; and extended step-by-step demonstrations follow three differing approaches to self-portraiture. It emphasizes the use of good observational skills; expressive paint use and a highly practical and critical self-analysis; and offers a thorough cultural and theoretical review of the history and categorization of the self-portrait; as well as an analysis of two master self-portraits. Aimed at all artists and designers; animators and portrait painters and illustrated with 87 colour images.
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Review
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Must-read for journalistsBy ProNewsPhotogThanks goes to Bob Dotson for an incredible must-read for any aspiring journalists. but this edition is also available on Kindle.1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. A poison for real journalismBy KamiThe book has been one of the worse books I have ever read regarding media skills. As a professional journalist. I found some of the suggestions in this book more fictional than truth related news gathering.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Tips from a great storytellerBy Ann BBob Dotson has been telling the American story for 49 years. How does he do it? Read the book to understand what it takes to make a compelling story using not just lots of cool technology but the gift of storytelling itself. In ancient times. when our ancestors sat around the fire. storytellers were honored members of the tribe. Sill today. its so important that we share the stories that show our history and humanity. Nobody does that better than Bob Dotson.
