Wonderful advice for getting translucency into waves and an almost scientific theory of how to paint waves. Recommended.

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Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #528657 in Books
• Published on: 2001-03-01
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Synopsis
Seascapes can be extremely challenging to recreate on canvas. For tunately, this guide simplifies the sea into singular aspects artists can achieve one piece at a time. The first section covers the basics of sketching and painting on site, providing essential tips for choosing materials, making thumbnails and mixing colors. From there artists will learn ithe ingredients for successful seascapes,i including the anatomy of waves, sunlight, shadows and atmosphere, headlands and beaches, foam and spray, and more. Five complete painting demonstrations show artists how to combine these elements to form seascapes alive with atmosphere and spirit. This guide also features a stunning gallery of work by the author to offer additional inspiration and examples.

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Customer Reviews

Sharing a lifetime of seascape painting knowledge.........
I own every book on seascape painting that E. John Robinson has ever published, and I think this is his best! He divides a very complex subject into "bites" that the student can digest and use. From colors to composition the information is given in a concise and informative manner. The gallery includes a large number of large, beautiful paintings to give you many ideas to paint by. I would highly recommend this book to anyone, beginner or advanced, who desires to paint the sea. A wonderful legacy to leave Robinson's many students and admirers!