Overview
One of the attractions of painting outdoors is the challenge of capturing the spirit of a place – changing light, weather and transient conditions demand particular painting skills if they are to be interpreted effectively. Leading painter David Curtis works on location, in all weathers, observing and capturing the subtle effects of light and mood. Oil paint is as good for painting on site as it is for large-scale painting in the studio; it is remarkably responsive; can be applied in many different ways; and it allows time to assess and modify work in progress. In this fascinating book, David Curtis shows how he achieves such expressive and original results using drawings, paintings and stage-by-stage examples. He gives detailed explanations of his two main working methods – for plein-air paintings and for studio compositions – as well as plenty of helpful guidance and advice on choosing materials, exploring techniques, selecting ideas, composition, colour and tone and associated topics. Drawing skills and interpreting the qualities of light are other key issues that he deals with, while his wonderfully evocative landscapes, coastal scenes, interiors and figure compositions provide much inspiration.
Full Product Details
Author: David Curtis ,
Robin Capon
Publisher: Batsford
Imprint: Batsford
Edition: New in paperback
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 0.90cm
, Length: 27.60cm
Weight: 0.540kg
ISBN: 9781849940306
ISBN 10: 1849940304
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 September 2011
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Awaiting stock
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Reviews
'Full of really impressive and atmospheric paintings, but with David's informative and encouraging commentary, it is one that will assist and inspire artists of all levels'. -- Leisure Painter 'Eagerly awaited, this is magnidficently produced and provides a thorough guide to David's unique approach to light and colour that makes him so popular in any medium' -- Artists' Choice
'Eagerly awaited, this is magnidficently produced and provides a thorough guide to David's unique approach to light and colour that makes him so popular in any medium' Artists' Choice
Author Information
Robin Capon is an experienced author and art journalist, having written several books, including Light and Mood in Watercolour and Abstract with David Curtis and Colour Techniques with Claire Harrigan. He is a regular contributor to The Artist and Leisure Painter. He lives in Lyme Regis, Dorset. David Curtis is one of the country's best-known painters, with a number of prestigious art awards. His work is widely exhibited and is also published as fine-art cards and prints. He is the author of the bestselling Light and Mood in Watercolours and Capturing the Moment in Oils.
