Download or read book The Materials and Methods of Sculpture written by Jack C. Rich and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1988-01-01 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Promises to become a standard reference book." — The Art Digest. Exhaustive, profusely illustrated guide to all of the technical aspects of sculpting in stone, metal, wood, and other materials. The author expertly covers casting, surface treatment, exotic materials such as amber, coal, and even butter! Much more. 281 illustrations.
Download or read book Manual of Sculpting Techniques written by John Plowman and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this handbook on sculpting, colour photographs and step-by-step instructions guide the reader through the techniques used in this most versatile of art forms. A wide range of sculpting materials is covered - from the traditional (such as wood, stone and clay) to the less traditional (such as aerated concrete, plaster, resin and polystyrene). A gallery of finished works shows how accomplished sculptors have approached subjects ranging from the abstract to portrait busts and figurative works.
Download or read book A Manual of Sculpture written by George Redford and published by . This book was released on 1882 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Artist s Manual written by Rob Pepper and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take your creativity to the next level with the ultimate artist’s bible! Covering everything from how to draw and paint to ceramics, sculptures and printmaking, you’ll get the most out of your passion for art with this beautifully illustrated artist’s handbook. It also includes newer areas like digital art and animation — perfect for modern artists! Discover everything you need to help you release the artist within: • All areas of visual and digital art, including drawing, painting, 3D art, printmaking, textiles and photography. • Each section is written by an acknowledged expert in that field — both practicing professionals and university-level teachers. • Comprehensive coverage of equipment and tools, including step-by-step sequences, where appropriate on how to use. • Techniques are illustrated in step-by-step sequences by professional artists, with basic skills leading on to more advanced techniques. • Gets to the heart of the matter and delivers the information quickly and authoritatively. Whether you’re dipping in to find a specific painting technique or browsing for artistic inspiration, this artist’s reference book covers all the elements of art. Brush up on the art basics like choosing the right tool, mixing watercolors and preparing a canvas. Take your skills further and learn how to glaze a pot, try out 3D printing and mosaic, or create a digital collage. The Artist's Manual will help you become a more confident, creative artist. Equipment, materials and methods are fully explained and beautifully illustrated. Perfect for artists of every skill level, you’ll be creating your own masterpieces in no time with this sourcebook of art. It’s a must-have for every artist’s studio!
Download or read book The Pablo Helguera Manual of Contemporary Art Style written by Pablo Helguera and published by Jorge Pinto Books Incorporated. This book was released on 2007 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This funny book masquerades as an old-fashioned guide to the manners and foibles of the art world, written by a savvy 21st century artist. But it is clever, and has many voices: snide like Miss Manners, sweet and impeccable like Emily Post, sharp like Swifts encyclopedia of clichs, and sneaky like David Wilsons fabricated documents for the Museum of Jurassic Technology.
Download or read book Modelling and Sculpting the Human Figure written by Edouard Lanteri and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-08-02 with total page 497 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covers modelling from casts, live models; measurements; frameworks; scale of proportions; compositions; reliefs, drapery, medals, etc. 107 full-page photographic plates. 27 other photographs. 175 drawings and diagrams.
Download or read book Art Made from Books written by and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2013-08-20 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Artists around the world have lately been turning to their bookshelves for more than just a good read, opting to cut, paint, carve, stitch or otherwise transform the printed page into whole new beautiful, thought-provoking works of art. Art Made from Books is the definitive guide to this compelling art form, showcasing groundbreaking work by today's most showstopping practitioners. From Su Blackwell's whimsical pop-up landscapes to the stacked-book sculptures of Kylie Stillman, each portfolio celebrates the incredible creative diversity of the medium. A preface by pioneering artist Brian Dettmer and an introduction by design critic Alyson Kuhn round out the collection.
Download or read book Direct Wood Sculpture written by Milt Liebson and published by Schiffer Craft. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Delve into two worlds: the appreciation of wood as medium for sculpture and the practical ins-and-outs of sculptural technique. An illustrated history of direct wood sculpture is explored, along with a vital resource for those seeking to create sculpture in wood. A complete description of the qualities and types of wood, tools (both hand and power), techniques, and finishing, complements discussions of the art form and philosophy.
Download or read book Living Materials written by Oliver Andrews and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1988-09-23 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every material has an active presence and every material is susceptible to change. The task of the sculptor is to understand the natural properties of a chosen material, to know in the process of creation how best to work with, or against, its characteristics. In this generously illustrated studio manual, sculptor Oliver Andrews takes a new approach to sculpture, focusing on how the innate assertiveness of materials affects the complex act of making a sculpture.
Download or read book Art Is a Way of Knowing written by Pat B. Allen and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 1995-04-11 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An expert in art therapy offers this “wonderful” guide “for anyone, artistic or not, who is interested in using art to know more about himself or herself” (Library Journal) Making art—giving form to the images that arise in our mind's eye, our dreams, and our everyday lives—is a form of spiritual practice through which knowledge of ourselves can ripen into wisdom. This book offers encouragement for everyone to explore art-making in this spirit of self-discovery—plus practical instructions on material, methods, and activities, such as ways to: • Discover a personal myth or story • Recognize patterns and themes in one's life • Identify and release painful memories • Combine journaling and image making • Practice the ancient skill of active imagination • Connect with others through sharing one's art works Interwoven with this guidance is the intimate story of the author's own journey as a student, art therapist, teacher, wife, mother, and artist—and, most of all, as a woman who discovered a profound and healing connection with her soul through making art.
Download or read book Great Lights in Sculpture and Painting written by S. D. Doremus and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book On Sculpture by Leon Battista Alberti written by Jason Arkles and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2013-04-24 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This translation of Leon Battista Alberti's treatise on the art of sculpting is presented as the author himself intended - as a practical sculpture manual meant to be read and utilized by practitioners of the craft. In recent times On Sculpture has been published and critiqued as an historical and literary document; Jason Arkles' translation instead offers commentary helpful for understanding the actual content of the work and its relation to contemporary studio practice. Additional illustrations and diagrams are included, detailing the construction and use of the 'diffinitore', Alberti's device for measuring the model that is the grandfather of all pointing machines in use today.
Download or read book A Sculptor s Manual written by Bainbridge Copnall and published by Pergamon. This book was released on 1971 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Sculptor's Manual focuses on the methods involved in sculpture. The manual first outlines drawing as a medium by which artistic creativity can evolve. The text notes that mastery of this talent can enable artists to become more analytical in their appreciation of their fellow beings, as well as bring out the inventive faculties in them in many ways. The book also discusses direct carving and the use of cartoons and automatic tools in carving. The work done by the author at the Henry Florence Memorial Hall is noted. The varieties of stones that can be used as medium in carving are explained.
Download or read book Hot Metal written by Wayne Potratz and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2019-10-08 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, in it sixth edition, has evolved over the years into a complete guide to the metalcasting of sculpture. Potratz (Ironwain) has taken his years of knowledge gained practicing and teaching his craft and is now sharing it all in this easy-to-use book. Contents include: Introduction to Metal Casting, Recommended Tools and Equipment, Safety, Pattern Making, Sprueing and Venting Wax, Intro to Molding, Melting and Pouring Metal, Chasing, and Patina of Metals. Includes a comprehensive bibliography; an appendix filled with useful conversions, charts, recipes, and cupola/cupolette furnace building specs; detailed index; and much, much, more. ,
Download or read book A Sculptor s Manual written by Bainbridge Copnall and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-17 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Sculptor's Manual focuses on the methods involved in sculpture. The manual first outlines drawing as a medium by which artistic creativity can evolve. The text notes that mastery of this talent can enable artists to become more analytical in their appreciation of their fellow beings, as well as bring out the inventive faculties in them in many ways. The book also discusses direct carving and the use of cartoons and automatic tools in carving. The work done by the author at the Henry Florence Memorial Hall is noted. The varieties of stones that can be used as medium in carving are explained. The text also looks at the methods in moving heavy weights, traditional carving of relief, and wood carving. Modeling as a way to create fine pieces of sculpture is underscored. The book also discusses the methods involved in building a large bronze memorial and an enormous aluminum stag. Alternative methods of casting a large memorial are also elaborated. The text also puts emphasis on fiberglass sculpture, including materials and methods to be employed. The manual is a good reference for beginner and master sculptors.
Download or read book The Art and Craft of Handmade Books written by Shereen LaPlantz and published by Courier Dover Publications. This book was released on 2016-07-20 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Innovative approach to bookbinding explains techniques that elevate handmade books into extraordinary artworks. Simple, well-illustrated directions explain how to make pop-up panels, pages that "explode" from the spine, slipcases, and more.
Download or read book Sculpture and Its Reproductions written by Anthony Hughes and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 1997 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first of its kind to focus on issues concerning sculpture and reproduction, and to explore the theoretical and practical consequences.
