From Library Journal
These two fine books on portraiture complement each other nicely. Sanden, a true master of the genre, has created more than 500 portraits of prominent people and is considered one of the foremost teachers of the art. He has developed a 29-step method for painting a complete pictureAin just one sitting. His premier coup technique combines immediate impression and final effect. At the heart of the book are two complete demonstrations ("The Bishop" and "Nigerian Lady") wisely chosen for varieties in skin, hair, and tones. For those interested in other media and in more basic instruction, Wolf has assembled an excellent compendium of the work of more than a dozen artists and authors. Eyes, noses, and ears get individual attention, as do the different stages of life, from infancy to maturity. The book also features methods of drawing figures in motion and within a broad variety of settings. A fine multimedia and multicultural effort. Very reasonably priced, both books are highly recommended.
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About the Author
Rachel Rubin Wolf is a freelance writer and editor. She is the author of
Acrylic Painter's Book of Styles & Techniques and
Painting Ships, Shores and the Sea. She is also the project editor for the
Splash watercolor series,
The Best of Wildlife Art 1 and 2, The Best of Portrait Painting and
The Best of Flower Painting 2, as well as many of North Light's
Basic Techniques series paperbacks.
