Publisher's Synopsis
The fully revised and updated edition of 3dtotal's top-selling guide to basic art techniques for all media - Art Fundamentals (2013) - which has sold over 15,000 copies to date. Comprehensively covers the key foundations necessary for every artist to build upon in their work - color and light, composition, perspective and depth, and anatomy. Written by a carefully curated selection of professional artists, each an expert in their field, who unravels and demonstrates key techniques for readers to use in their own work. Thoroughly illustrated throughout with illuminating finished samples, works in progress, and diagrams using overlays and annotations to illustrate every point perfectly. An essential, engaging, and easy-to-follow book for beginners and improvers as they develop, while also being an indispensable and up-to-date reference for more experienced artists. FROM THE EDITOR: Building on the bestselling original edition, Art Fundamentals 2nd edition features revised, refined, and expanded content. - Many of the classic theories have been fine-tuned and appointed brand new visuals, including informative diagrams and annotated case studies. - Updates throughout reflect current knowledge and advancements in technique. To ensure the book is in line with modern teachings, a team of talented and well-known tutors have provided insight and advice to support both practicing and aspiring artists. - Portfolio pieces interspersed throughout the book showcase work by a new line-up of the art world's biggest names. They describe in their own words how they have applied to their own work the fundamentals featured in the book, providing fascinating and informative insight. - If you are buying Art Fundamentals for the first time, this new edition provides you with a wholly comprehensive introduction and detailed study of the most up-to-the-minute concepts and ideas. - For anyone looking to upgrade from their first edition of the book, this brand new content, combined with completely revamped, easy-to-navigate layouts will reinvigorate your passion for both studying and making art.
