100 Things Every Artist Should Know: Tips, tricks & essential concepts - Softcover

What’s the best way to stretch watercolor paper? What basic materials do I need to start oil painting? How can I use color to create mood in my paintings? Readers can find answers to these questions and much more in 100 Things Every Artist Should Know. This broad book aims to equip and inspire beginners with fundamental art knowledge, as well as provide a refresher course for more experienced artists. Readers can discover or re-discover essential concepts, tips, and techniques distilled into a collection of 100 instructional entries by a range of Walter Foster authors. From lessons on value and color theory to helpful shortcuts, this book seeks to cover it all!

Whether you’re just beginning to explore your artistic side or you’re an experienced artist looking for a comprehensive reference, 100 Things Every Artist Should Know features a wealth of information covering a variety of mediums and an array of topics. From learning basic drawing techniques and color theory to understanding the finer points of working in traditional mediums, this book presents valuable information on every easy-to-read page in nine practical chapters, including General Tools and Materials, Pencil Drawing, Pastel, Watercolor, Oil and Acrylic, Additional Mediums, Color and Light, Perspective and Proportion, and Composition. Peruse the book from cover to cover or flip directly to topics that interest you—the choice is yours. Either way, 100 Things Every Artist Should Know is the perfect companion no matter where you are in your artistic journey!