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The urban sketcher : techniques for seeing and drawing on location  Cover Image Book Book

The urban sketcher : techniques for seeing and drawing on location / by Marc Taro Holmes.

Holmes, Marc Taro, (author.).

Summary:

This workshop book will teach you how to draw inspiration from real life. Learn to capture not just what you see but also the energy and what it feels like to be there in the moment. With this guide you will learn what minimal supplies you need to get started, practical advice for working in the field, choosing subjects, capturing people in motion and more. Inside The Urban Sketcher you'll find: 15 step-by-step demonstrations covering techniques for creating expressive drawings using pencil, pen and ink, and watercolor; expert tips for achieving balance of accuracy, spontaneity and speed; daily exercises and prompts for everything from improving essential skills to diverse approaches for montages, storytelling portraits, and one-page graphic novels.

Record details

  • ISBN: 1440334714
  • ISBN: 9781440334719
  • Physical Description: 142 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm
  • Edition: First Edition.
  • Publisher: Cincinnati, Ohio : North Light Books, [2014]

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Graphite: draw everything you see -- Pen & ink: expressive lines, powerful contrast -- Watercolor: bring sketches to life with color.
Subject: City and town life in art.
Drawing > Technique.
Watercolor painting > Technique.

Available copies

  • 1 of 2 copies available at Sage Library System. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Hood River County Library District.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Circulation Modifier Status Due Date Courses
Hood River County Library YA 741.2 HOL 2014 (Text) 33892100357335 Young Adult Non-Fiction Available -


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