Publisher's Synopsis
Art, like love, can be elusive and filled with contradictions. We admire the masters for their genius, yet their personal lives were often chaotic; a mix of scandal, struggle, and passion. Van Gogh, Lautrec, and countless others battled their own demons, but what remains is their undeniable brilliance. This book takes you on a journey through the artistic techniques that made them legends, peeling back the layers of their work to reveal the thoughtful composition techniques guiding each brushstroke. From dynamic symmetry to powerful design tricks, these artists left behind a roadmap of creativity for us to follow. This book is the start of a magnificent trail of cupcake crumbs to start you on a new artistic journey.
