Strokes of Genius: The Best of Drawing (Hardcover)

by Rachel Rubin Wolf (Author)

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Product Description
Awe-inspiring works by contemporary masters, along with the secrets behind its creation.

Strokes of Genius: The Best of Drawing
Drawing is the most intimate and immediate form of self-expression, fundamental to every artist's ability to communicate with a viewer. The sense of energy and expression that can be captured in mere strokes of charcoal, ink, pastel, marker or any of the other modest mediums proudly represented in this book is astounding.

A glowing celebration of the art of drawing, Strokes of Genius features styles ranging from meticulous realism to imaginative flights of fancy, from lyrical sketches created in minutes to intricately layered renderings that took months to complete.

• 169 stand-out examples of the finest drawing being done today, selected from hundreds of submissions from around the world.
• An impressive range of styles, materials and techniques covering a wide array of subjects, including still life, the figure, animals, landscapes, portraits and more.
• Comments from the artists offer firsthand insight on the creation of each artwork, diverse perspectives on drawing, and fresh ideas and techniques.

An incomparable source of inspiration and delight for artists and art lovers, Strokes of Genius contains hundreds of combined years of expertise, artistic breakthroughs and, above all, remarkable drawings that leave a lasting impression.

About the Author
Rachel Rubin Wolf is a freelance editor and artist. She edits and writes fine art books for North Light Books, including the Splash series (Best of Watercolor); The Best of Wildlife Art (editions 1 & 2); The Best of Portrait Painting; The Best of Flower Painting 2; The Acrylic Painter's Book of Styles and Techniques; Painting Ships, Shores and the Sea; and Painting the Many Moods of Light. She also has acquired numerous new fine art book projects and authors for North Light Books and has contributed to magazines such as Fine Art Connoisseur and Wildlife Art.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: North Light Books (July 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581808615
• ISBN-13: 978-1581808612
• Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.3 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #199,088 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Some Great art, some not so great., March 11, 2008

By	Barry Brandon (Phoenix, AZ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is worth buying 1st off. I like a lot of the art in here and think there are some very good artist represented in this book, but some of the art is not to my liking witch is like saying I don't like sardines (I do like them),it's personal taste. There is a big mix of styles and artist so there must be some stuff you will like here.
You can always look at the art you don't like and say to your self "I can do better then that" DO IT.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Strokes of Genius.......The Best of Drawing, September 18, 2007

By	B. Franklin (Mesa, AZ) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A great book for artists who appreciate the art of drawing. Sadly. Not all who paint can draw. I have always believed that " a painting without a drawing is like ths body without a skeleton" This book will become a classic for years to come.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of Drawing, July 7, 2007

By	Lucille R. Clohessy - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you love to draw this book is filled with inspiration. From the simplest line drawing to a complex work of art, "Strokes of Genius" has it all. This is a chance to observe a wide variety of styles and techniques in one book, and read about how these works of art were created.

Lucille Rella Clohessy