9781330821145 - Light and Shade: With Chapters on Charcoal, Pencil, and Brush Drawing (Classic Reprint) de Cross, Anson K. (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the art of light and shade, known as *chiaroscuro*, exploring how artists can use contrasts of light and dark to create a sense of realism and depth in their work. The author, a proponent of the principles that underlie the best in art, examines the way we see and understand the world through light and shade, emphasizing the crucial role of observation and memory in the development of artistic skill. The book uses the sphere, cube, cylinder, cone, and pyramid as fundamental geometric shapes to illustrate the interplay of light and shadow, demonstrating how these principles apply to objects of different colors and under different lighting conditions. Through an in-depth analysis of high lights, shadows, and cast shadows, the author provides a framework for understanding the technical aspects of chiaroscuro while also highlighting its capacity to convey a sense of atmosphere and form. This comprehensive exploration of the principles of light and shade provides valuable insights for any artist seeking to master the art of representing the world with truth and beauty. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condición: Brand New. 196 pages. 8.58x5.91x0.55 inches. This item is printed on demand.