Top Secrets for Beautiful Pastel Paintings Richard McKinley has been a professional artist for over 35 years. Factor in nearly as many years of teaching experience; and that adds up to a whole lot of know-how to share. In Pastel Pointers; he lays it all out: information on tools; materials; color; composition; landscape elements; finishes and more. Compiles the best of McKinleys popular Pastel Pointers blog and Pastel Journal columns Covers frequently asked questions ("How do I achieve natural-looking greens?") and simple solutions to common problems; such as excess pigment buildup Includes a chapter on "The Business of Pastels"#151tips for framing; shipping; preparing for gallery shows; and otherwise representing your work in a professional manner This book covers everything from the fundamentals to get you going (how to lay out your palette; create an underpainting; evoke luminous effects) to inspirations that will keep you growing (plein air painting; working in a series; keeping a painting journal). Whether youre a beginner or an experienced painter anxious to explore the expressive possibilities of pastel; this is your guide to making the most of the medium.
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