Book description
Come enjoy the art of pastel painting with beloved workshop
instructor Maggie Price. In this step-by-step guide, she teaches you
everything you need to know to make the most of this accessible art
form. From selecting the right materials to learning the fundamentals
of composition, Maggie starts with the basics and progresses to 21
complete pastel demonstrations that detail specific painting
techniques and effects.
You'll learn how to:
- Create depth and movement with
color
- Paint using a range of strokes
- Blend colors
to create luminous skies, reflections and more
- Underpaint
to achieve brilliant light and deep shadows
- Mix pastels
with watercolor and gouache to create fluid effects
- Create new compositions from photographs
In addition
to step-by-step guidance, you'll be inspired by the work of ten
nationally renowned pastel artists. Their contributions to this book
illustrate the limitless possibilities of pastel painting and offer
additional insight for working with this versatile medium. Maggie also
includes dozens of helpful sidebars to help you save time, avoid
mistakes and work more efficiently.
With its blend of visual instruction, thorough guidance and
breathtaking artwork, this is the only guide you need to experience
the joy and satisfaction of painting with pastels.
Maggie Price is the co-founder, former editor and current
contributor of The Pastel Journal. She currently conducts her
own workshops on painting with pastels in the US and other countries,
and is an active member in numerous art societies. Visit her website
at www. maggiepriceart. com.
