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Interpreting the Figure in Watercolor [Hardcover]

Don Andrews (Author)

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Publication Date: September 1, 1988

Qualities of colour, value and shape rather than a laborious anatomical approach are highlighted in this course in watercolour painting. In explaining how to capture the essence of the human figure the author provides information on materials and discusses such techniques as gesture drawing and painting, light and shadow definition of the figure and linking darks and lights for unity, painting backgrounds, edge quality, working with a model and from photographs. The author teaches figure painting in watercolour and conducts workshops throughout the USA and Canada and has received numerous awards for his paintings.

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Product Details

Hardcover: 144 pages
Publisher: Watson-Guptill; 1St Edition edition (September 1, 1988)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0823025489
ISBN-13: 978-0823025480
Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #242,720 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars there is also a softcover version, October 17, 2005

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Don Andrews is reknowned for his incredible use of vibrant colors - he can mix a dozen colors together and never get mud! (I can also recommend his video for an over-the-shoulder view of Don at work.)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Particularly Rich and Useful Resource, December 30, 2008

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This guy's a sophisticated and accomplished water-colorist, but what he has to teach in this book goes beyond a single medium. No wonder this has become one of those cult books.

Paper over hardback boards with over 100 illustrations, mostly in color. 143 pp.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Drawing
Painting Materials

Simplicity
Linkage

Painting the Gesture
Introducing a Background
Creating Visual Interest

Edge Quality

Color
Value

Turning on the Light
Creativity

Working With a Model

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent approach to figure painting and drawing, September 16, 2009

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Andrew's seeks to simplify the drawn and painted image, while emphasizing gestures,light,color and value. The effect is unique and captivating.

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