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1) The artivist
Author
Publisher
Kokila
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Motivated by the realization of global inequities, a young boy embraces his dual identities as an artist and activist, becoming an "Artivist" to make a difference by using his viral mural as a catalyst for positive change.
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Language
English
Description
Learn to watercolor paint in 10 easy steps! Get inspired with gentle and serene watercolor painting as your next calming hobby. Learn the foundational skills of watercolor painting with various techniques that will leave you feeling confident in your skills. The watercolors explained in this book achieve two essential objectives: to immediately enjoy painting and acquiring a solid foundation. Master the basics through 10 gorgeous watercolor projects....
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English
Description
"Brushstrokes Through Time: Art in the Ancient World" takes readers on a captivating journey across civilizations and epochs, exploring the diverse artistic expressions of antiquity. From the earliest forms of art to the enduring legacy left by ancient cultures, the book paints a comprehensive portrait of the visual language that shaped the ancient world and continues to resonate in the canvas of human history.
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English
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This is the sequel to the author's previous work, A Brush with God, for advanced beginners, intermediate, and advanced iconographers. It presents greater detail and instructions for creating entirely new icons. One major feature of the new book is the full-page sketches that artists can photocopy and use as the basis of their own icons, providing a unique and much-requested resource.
Chapters and topics include:
1. Introduction and contemporary...
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English
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A follow up to their extensive and introductory painting book, Alcohol Ink Guide, which teaches all the beginning techniques for those exploring alcohol ink, artists and instructors Laurie Williams and Sherry Williams return with this instructional resource for creating truly realistic art using this versatile medium. Learn and master the four main alcohol ink painting techniques that include blending, masking, creating a barrier layer, and painting...
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English
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Your guide to painting with acrylics Acrylic paints are versatile, water-based paints popular with professionals and beginners alike. You can learn to acrylic paint with this playful, exploratory guide to new techniques and ideas for working with stretched canvas. The 24 projects demonstrate the possibilities of acrylic paints and encourage experimenting to achieve various effects. Start with all the basics about acrylic painting, from paints and...
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English
Description
If you love the aesthetic of watercolor paints and have always wanted to make your own painting, you are in luck! Whether you have never picked up a paintbrush before, or are a seasoned artist, this book will cover everything that you need to know when using watercolor paints, as well as provide you with 10 different step-by-step tutorials on how to paint certain images. From creating dreamy sunset scenes, to painting the most realistic clouds, we...
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English
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Creating a piece of artwork that might be mistaken for a photograph is the goal of many aspiring artists. With this 32-page guide, even beginners can learn methods for painting with amazing realism and accuracy. Accomplished artist Daniel Tennant explains the basics of using gouache and airbrushing and provides in-depth information on essential techniques such as gradating, using stencils, and creating a metallic effect. He also offers instruction...
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English
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A stunning and skill-building guide to take your watercolor painting techniques to the next level, Complete Guide to Watercolor Techniques has everything you need to become a master artist! Opening with practical advice to take your first steps in the medium and then progress in your practice, this must-have guide then features over 30 watercolor projects that slowly advance in difficulty and cover a wide range of subjects and techniques. Starting...
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English
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In this follow-up to her hit Painting Happiness, Instagram sensation Terry Runyan shows you how to play with watercolour to create quirky cat portraits—and let go of stress.
Perfect for cat lovers and watercolour artists of all skill levels, from absolute beginner to more experienced, Painting Cats teaches you how to go from blob of paint to a beautiful portrait of your fluffy friends. Drawing on art therapy techniques that emphasize fun and freedom...
12) Old Dogs
Author
Language
English
Description
Following the success of A Dog a Day (Pavilion, 2017), Sally Muir returns with a collection of new, but crucially old, faces. Several years ago Sally Muir began a Facebook project, posting dog art daily, which became the best-selling book A Dog A Day. Through the project she was introduced to endless people and their dogs, and the distinct personalities and complex emotions that owners attribute to them. More recently, Sally's project changed focus...
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English
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Massive fire-breathing dragons can be terrifying or kind, evil or accomplices of the hero, but they're never supporting characters, and all expert fantasy artists know how to depict them. Now, for the first time ever, a master dragon drawer reveals his secrets for doing this, taking you along for the ride as he meets these breathtaking creatures face-to-face.
Inside you'll find:
• Easy to follow step-by-step instructions for creating realistic...
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English
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A complete guide on how to use various types of paint to complete your woodcarving projects! Author and professional woodcarver Betty Padden provides clear, detailed instruction for each paint type, acrylics, oil paints, latex paints, and thinned acrylics. Featuring step-by-step instructions, coordinating photography, material lists, and wood carving patterns, also included is insightful advice and expert tips on working with each type of paint on...
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Español
Description
- Una lectura obligada para todo aquel que se sienta hechizado con el arte excepcional.
- Un esclarecedor homenaje a 100 piezas artísticas que revelan qué es lo que las hace obras maestras.
- Chloë Ashby explica por qué cada pieza que presenta resulta tan vital. Incluye obras seleccionadas para ofrecer una yuxtaposición única de estilos, medios y escuelas artísticas, para que incluso los más expertos historiadores del arte se crucen con obras...
16) The gold bowl
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First edition.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Zoya wants to give her dog Coco a birthday present, and with her mother's helps finally settles on painting his bowl gold, with lots of glitter.
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English
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With comprehensive instruction and artist tips and tricks, Special Subjects: Beginning Chinese Brush is the perfect resource for beginning artists. Explore and experience this traditional medium!
Special Subjects: Beginning Chinese Brush teaches aspiring artists everything they need to know to get started creating Chinese brush paintings. From choosing brushes to painting techniques, composition, and development, Special Subjects: Beginning Chinese...
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English
Description
Dive into a world of boundless artistic creativity with 'Expressive Painting in Mixed Media.'Unleash your inner artist and discover the secrets to crafting stunning, expressive masterpieces that combine the vibrancy of colors and textures. Whether you are a novice or an experienced artist, this book is for you.Discover the power of various drawing and painting mediums to transform your canvas into a playground for your imagination. With expert tips,...
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English
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Go beyond the color wheel and unlock the potential of your oil painting palette with this unique and informative guide by an award-winning painter.
More than any other single tool at your artistic disposal, color has the potential to command the eye, quicken the pulse and elicit a response from your viewer. In this engaging and unique color workshop, Vicki McMurry offers insight for artists of every level. McMurry starts with basic principles, from...
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