Oil: Faces & Features (HT106) [Paperback]

Fritz Willis (Author)

Book Description

Series: How to Draw & Paint/Art Instruction Program

In the world of art, the human face is one of the most frequently approached subjects, perhaps because of the interest and intrigue that facial expressions hold! Let Faces & Features walk you through essential tips and techniques for drawing and painting faces in a variety of media, with specific considerations given to acrylic, oil, pastel, and pencil. This helpful guide offers guidelines for correctly placing features in relation to one other, with emphasis on the structural differences between male and female faces. It also explores important techniques such as how to accentuate features and create realistic shadows. This essential resource is a must for any artistÆs collection!

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About the Author

Fritz Willis was born in Oklahoma and grew up in Boston, Massachusetts. He studied art at Noble & Greenough Preparatory School and later attended Vesper-George Art Academy. The last three years of his life, Willis shared his knowledge of art by teaching a variety of classes.

Willis' illustrations were published in Collier, The Saturday Evening Post, and Redbook. He designed and illustrated program covers for the famous Ice Follies for twenty years, in addition to calendars for Brown & Bigelow. During his career, Willis won many awards for his artistic accomplishments.

Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Walter Foster (1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560100079
• ISBN-13: 978-1560100072
• Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 10 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,234,051 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Painting

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5.0 out of 5 stars art supplies, February 25, 2011

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This review is from: Oil: Faces & Features (HT106) (Paperback)

If your're a beginner painter or experienced this book is for you ,it covers everything you need to know ,great book to have in your bookshelve a must have!