The Artist's Magazine (1-year)

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Product Description

THE ARTIST'S MAGAZINE is the world?s leading magazine for serious, active artists of all skill levels. Readers learn painting and drawing firsthand from other artists through written instruction and reproduction, guiding them step-by-step through the creative process. The magazine's aim is to show readers a wide variety of creative options by teaching the fundamentals of artmaking, presenting techniques in different painting and drawing media, answering tough technical questions, and offering business advice.

Product Description

THE ARTIST'S MAGAZINE is the world?s leading magazine for serious, active artists of all skill levels. Readers learn painting and drawing firsthand from other artists through written instruction and reproduction, guiding them step-by-step through the creative process. The magazine's aim is to show readers a wide variety of creative options by teaching the fundamentals of artmaking, presenting techniques in different painting and drawing media, answering tough technical questions, and offering business advice.

Product Details

• Format: Magazine
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Publisher: F&W Publications
• ASIN: B00005NIOZ
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #152 in Magazines (See Top 100 in Magazines)
  • #1 in Magazines > Arts & Crafts > Crafts > Painting
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This magazine subscription is provided by F&W Publications

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105 of 105 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Instructional, December 3, 2001

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Christina Cox (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Artist's Magazine (1-year) (Magazine)

I have purchased these magazines before, and found them instructional, eye-apealing, and usually read them cover to cover. Step-by-step instructions, and plenty of color pictures. Each issue has something new. Definitely worth the money. I am a self-taught artist, and have found insightful ways of practicing through this mag. It covers a range of mediums and methods, and normally has a special section of artwork from various artists. A valuable tool for any artist:)

80 of 81 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars a must for students and teachers of all levels, March 3, 2003

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Alejandra Vernon "artist & illustrator" (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Artist's Magazine (1-year) (Magazine)

The Artist's Magazine is full of advice and ideas for anyone studying or teaching art; from its first monthly department, "Dialogue", which is a question and answer column from readers, to the final page "Master Class", which gives the history and analysis of a famous work, you will get articles that cover many techniques and media, as well as guidelines on the business side of art.

Taking the March 2003 issue as an example, the cover story is on the exquisite gouache paintings of Daniel K. Tennant. One of the four works pictured is broken down and shown in six stages, from the initial layout to the final delicate details.
Artist Joseph Frassetta explains his technique in "Reining it In", and tells us what materials and tools he uses to create his realistic portraiture and animal studies.
There is another article on landscape painting through the four seasons, and others on doing a self-portrait, mixing the use of colored pencils, and so much more. Some favorite monthly articles are "Art Clinic" and "Technical Q&A", which always have useful tips.

The back of the magazine has classified listings of art related opportunities, workshops, etc., and even the ads can be an informative resource.
The Artist's Magazine also sponsors a yearly competition, with many categories, including a student/beginner division.
The magazine has medium weight paper, good color reproduction, and teachers and students, especially of a traditional style of art, will find much to enjoy and learn in every issue.

61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable Source of Information and Inspiration, January 1, 2003

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B.P. "tilley_traveler" (Wisconsin, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Artist's Magazine (1-year) (Magazine)

I've enjoyed this magazine for years and have the habit of keeping all issues because they never fail to possess something of proven value. It's top-notch for getting great ideas and quality advise on anything pertaining to art. Like any other magazine, it gives you a dose of advertising, but it's not incredible over done.

Subjects range from portrait/self-portrait to landscape, still life and abstract design. But it doesn't end there; this magazine details style diversities from all across the board. Offering examples for improving techniques in various mediums, but generally pencil, watercolor, pastel, oil and acrylic. And no matter what the area or medium you specialize in, you'll be able to pick up handy tips in every issue. Sections of interest regularly highlight a specific tool or technique idea. Inform readers on market issues and other important business concerns. As well as provide interesting articles on artists and a little news and awareness of art related events. Plus will occasionally dip into art history and perform art contests.

This magazine will energize your motivations with impressive art and will help you improve on your own with short & simple instructions. Truly is thee magazine to have, for an artist at any skill level. [review author: tilley_traveler]