
The Painter's Studio Handbook
Tools and Techniques
Simon Fletcher(Author)
A & C Black Publishers Ltd
Published on 15. March 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
160 pages
978-1-4081-4537-1 (ISBN)
Description
Packed with need-to-know information, this handbook should be every painter's companion in the studio. With students and painters with limited time in mind, chapters focus on essentials: colours required for a basic palette; preparing a support; which are the most vibrant and permanent pigments etc., while describing how materials and
techniques have developed over the centuries and how to apply them for the best results.
The emphasis on practical advice will appeal to artists who like to explore and experiment, are economically minded, or simply find satisfaction in doing it all themselves. The author includes recipes for making glazes, acrylic ground, gesso and pastel sticks; information on photographing and archiving work yourself; a guide to setting up a studio; and the results of the author's own extensive testing of materials from paints to papers.
The Painter's Studio Handbook is an ideal quick reference work for artists working in all media wanting to get started with a minimum of fuss with their painting or drawing.
techniques have developed over the centuries and how to apply them for the best results.
The emphasis on practical advice will appeal to artists who like to explore and experiment, are economically minded, or simply find satisfaction in doing it all themselves. The author includes recipes for making glazes, acrylic ground, gesso and pastel sticks; information on photographing and archiving work yourself; a guide to setting up a studio; and the results of the author's own extensive testing of materials from paints to papers.
The Painter's Studio Handbook is an ideal quick reference work for artists working in all media wanting to get started with a minimum of fuss with their painting or drawing.
Reviews / Votes
Simon provides invaluable practical advice on essential subjects ... This is a complete resource that will appeal to serious artists working in all media, and who enjoy exploring, experimenting and who aim to take their work to the next level. * The Artist * Just the sort of info that you should have been taught at art school if the tutors hadn't been so preoccupied with abstract expressions and pickled sharks ... An incredibly useful and inspiring companion for any studio * Artists & Illustrators *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
100 colour illus
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 189 mm
Thickness: 12 mm
Weight
457 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4081-4537-1 (9781408145371)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Simon Fletcher studied fine art in England, and then trained for three years under acclaimed watercolour artist, H Cheeseman. Landscapes have always been his passion. After moving to the South of France in 1982 he began exhibiting his work across Europe. He is the author of eight books about watercolour and pastel, has won numerous awards for his work, and has appeared on TV and radio. He teaches masterclasses in drawing, pastels and watercolour at various academies in Europe and at his studio in France.
Content
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Why do we need to know about our materials?
1. Earth Pigments
2. Primary Colours
3. Binding Media and Additives
4. Supports for Painting
5. Papers
6. Materials for Drawing
7. Pastels
8. Framing and Storage of Artworks
9. Photographing Work for Archives and Publication
10. Working Out-of-doors
11. Designing a Studio
Appendix: Testing Results and Recommended Manufacturers
Glossary
Suppliers
Further Reading
Introduction: Why do we need to know about our materials?
1. Earth Pigments
2. Primary Colours
3. Binding Media and Additives
4. Supports for Painting
5. Papers
6. Materials for Drawing
7. Pastels
8. Framing and Storage of Artworks
9. Photographing Work for Archives and Publication
10. Working Out-of-doors
11. Designing a Studio
Appendix: Testing Results and Recommended Manufacturers
Glossary
Suppliers
Further Reading