This book provides an insider's view to the dramatic and original award-winning technique of internationally acclaimed wildlife artist John Seerey-Lester. He provides a combination of step-by-step demonstrations in oil and acrylic and large reproductions of his art that demonstrate his principles when painting snow, water, trees, landscapes and skies and animals. He begins with tips on researching and developing a composition and the importance of working in the field. Mini-demos on different parts of animals, textures, and expressive aspects of animals follow. He also provides tips on introducing atmosphere into paintings, such as rain, falling snow and moonlight. Finally, he covers the use of light and how it can contribute to the composition and design of each painting. This book is both for beginners and for advanced artists who want to learn more about painting wildlife from one of the art world's recognised masters.
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Seerey-Lester focuses on wildlife, with examples of techniques in oil and acrylic and detailed explanations, all broken down into step-by-step instructions. Painting "the wild side of life" begins, predictably, with palette and brushes, studio and field equipment, then progresses to abstract concepts and composition with sections devoted to color, value, lighting fundamentals, and fieldwork as well as a specific component on painting weather and atmospheric conditions. Whitney Scott
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John Seerey-Lester is an award-winning wildlife artist whose collection of fine art prints is being represented by Mill Pond Press. His work has appeared in Face to Face and Best of Wildlife 2.
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The layout of this book is clear and concise making it easy to follow. However, I did feel that the author relied on some known artistic knowledge of such things as tonal values, lighting, etc. As a beginner, I found there were many words and ideas that I did not understand which I floundered on. Nevertheless, in fairness the demonstrations were excellent and some of the best that I have seen. I liked the way the colours to each painting were shown which I found a great help. If you already have some wildlife painting experience then this book is ideal for furthering technique.
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This books is everything an up and coming artist needs to perfect their work. There is great detail and information to assist with how to produce your best work.
Excellent step by step illustrations and guidance.
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Valid instruction combined with fabulous gallery paintings,
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It is a great reference, and not just for wildlife, but for painting all animals. There is no shortage on tips and instruction along with plenty of actual finished art pieces.
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