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Drawing Dimension - Shading Techniques

A Shading Guide for Teachers and Students

Published by Library Tales Publishing
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

For artists and educators alike, "Drawing Dimension - Shading Techniques" unveils the secrets of realistic shading, making it a must-have guide for transforming simple sketches into lifelike art.

Shading is one of the easiest ways of adding depth, contrast, character, and movement to your drawings. By controlling pencil pressure and stroke, understanding light and having knowledge of blending techniques, an artist can enhance their work and offer the “wow” factor needed to produce realistic artworks.

"Drawing Dimension" offers a series of shading tutorials that are easy to understand and simple to follow. It goes beyond the standard "step by step" instruction to offer readers an in-depth look at a variety of shading techniques and their applications. Inside this book is a series of lessons designed to teach you how to add dimension to your own drawings, how to analyze real life objects and shade, create highlights, blend tones, and produce realistic drawings with ease. We will explore hatching, cross hatching, and stippling techniques and learn how to use contrast to set a mood and create a focal point. At last - we’ll put all of these skills to the test and work together to produce a beautiful piece of art.

"Drawing Dimension" includes many resources to help you along the way through examples, tips on what you should aim for, and pitfalls to avoid. Each lesson is tailored to help you refine your shading techniques so you can add more depth and realism to your work. The book is perfectly suitable for beginners and moderates of all ages, students and teachers, professionals and novices; anyone can learn how to shade like a pro!

About The Author

Catherine V. Holmes is an art/ELA teacher and visual artist from historical Plymouth, Massachusetts. She studied at Boston University and Bridgewater State College, where she earned her BFA and MA in Education. She is currently working towards her second Master's degree from the University of Scranton. Catherine Holmes specializes in portraits, architecture, and illustrations. Her art is inspired by her feelings, ideas, and experiences, whether found in nature, the media, or man-made structures. Catherine is also heavily influenced by the interests and suggestions of her students. "To see success through their eyes inspires me to be a better teacher and creator of art."

Product Details

  • Publisher: Library Tales Publishing (August 22, 2017)
  • Length: 208 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780692919842

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