Draw Like Da Vinci (Masterclass) (Masterclass (Cassell)) [Paperback]

Susan Dorothea White (Author)

Book Description

Series: Masterclass (Cassell) | Publication Date: April 28, 2006

Before picking up a pencil themselves, most people's first experience of art is to admire the work of past masters. But how did our great artists achieve their effects? Choose their materials? Define their approach? In this innovative new art series, experienced artists use the work of some of our most famous artists as a starting point for teaching technique, methods and skill. Learn to think and draw like Da Vinci by understanding how he approached the human form, dealt with perspective, line weight, light and shade and character. Use his experience to formulate your own approach and develop your own skills and you can master the art of drawing the human figure for yourself. A fantastic resource for anyone wanting to develop their drawing skills, "Draw Like Da Vinci" passes on the secrets of artistic success in easily attainable projects.

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About the Author

Susan Dorothea White is an internationally exhibiting artist, living and working in Sydney. Her art is represented in public and private collections worldwide, including The National Gallery of Australia (Canberra) and Tools as Art The Hechinger Collection (Washington DC). She has represented Australia in numerous international exhibitions and biennales. She currently lectures at The University of New South Wales, running an anatomy drawing workshop entitled 'Step into Leonardo's shoes'.

Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Cassell Illustrated (April 28, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1844034445
• ISBN-13: 978-1844034444
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,335,889 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Perspective On Da Vinci, May 4, 2006

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This review is from: Draw Like Da Vinci (Masterclass) (Masterclass (Cassell)) (Paperback)

This book is fascinating material for just about any artist who draws or paints. The techniques and skills that Da Vinci practiced and taught are highlighted here in a format that is simple to read and digest. The artist/author shows examples of how Da Vinci drew, what materials he used, and his most important techniques. There are even exercises that allow you to experience the techniques gleaned from Da Vinci. I can't imagine an artist who would not enjoy this book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a wish for documentation, bibliography, or further reading, December 23, 2011

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cliff brannon - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draw Like Da Vinci (Masterclass) (Masterclass (Cassell)) (Paperback)

I found this book when doing research into historic silverpoint drawing techniques. while a fantastic read, and well done, i would love to have had a bibliography or some citations of where much of the information came from. as a research material, i cannot use it as it cites no specific historical sources of further research. As a "yes, i am interested in this, where can i go for further reading and research" it gives few clues.

I have attempted to contact the author for further information with no luck.

9 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, probably not for beginners, January 24, 2007

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This review is from: Draw Like Da Vinci (Masterclass) (Masterclass (Cassell)) (Paperback)

Excellent practice exercises and examples. I think after practicing you could draw in the manner of DaVinci.