For one semester courses in Art Appreciation or Introduction to Art. The Art of Seeing explores traditional and contemporary art and artistic media focusing on art as seen from the artist's point of view. The book introduces students to artistic techniques and introductory aesthetic principles. It provides clear, concise presentation, superb ...
The sixth edition of Color is an invaluable introduction to the art and the science of color and its uses. It provides a solid and thorough foundation in the aesthetic and practical basics of this all-pervasive subject, with many quotations from artists past and present on the subtleties of their techniques. The material on new technologies has ...
This thorough introduction to 2- and 3-dimensional design is now updated and includes equitable coverage of fine and commercial art. Media and methods span from the traditional to computer design, and a global emphasis reveals the design solutions seen around the world. Features: * Chapter 1 explores the general considerations of design: the ...
As an introductory guide to three-dimensional design and sculpture, SHAPING SPACE offers an engaging, in-depth exploration of aesthetic and practical considerations of working three-dimensionally. By presenting both conventional artistic wisdom and new approaches that stretch and transcend the old definitions of what can and should happen in a ...
As a guide to introductory three-dimensional design or sculpture, Shaping Space offers an in-depth exploration of the aesthetic and practical considerations of working in three dimensions. Discussions of technique cover a range of media, including assorted fibers, ceramics and even virtual design using the computer as a tool. Suggested studio ...
An invaluable introduction to the art and science of colour and its uses. The book not only provides a solid and thorough foundation in the aesthetic and practical basics of colour, but it also gives insights into the creative use of colour by artists present and past. The text is accompanied by illustrtaions from both the fine and applied arts, ...
This basic textbook for artists and designers explores the aesthetics and use of colour in all media. It summarizes the various colour theories of Newton, Munsell, Ostward, Chevreul and others, reproducing their colour wheels and systems. It differentiates between colour and light, dyes and pigments and discusses psychological and compositional ...
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