Author: Shirley Mills Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Towards a History of Art Materials
Author: Shirley Mills Alexander
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Complete Guide To Art Materials and Techniques
Author: Caroline West
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834664
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Don't be overwhelmed by the dizzying array of art materials on the market, allow us to be your guide to art success with info and techniques.
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834664
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 282
Book Description
Don't be overwhelmed by the dizzying array of art materials on the market, allow us to be your guide to art success with info and techniques.
The Matter of Art
Author: Christy Anderson
Publisher: Studies in Design and Material Culture
ISBN: 9781784992828
Category : Art and society
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
This book will appeal not only to historians of art, science, and material culture, but also to general readers with an interest in craft and the history of objects as well as to historians interested in a global history of the early modern period.
Publisher: Studies in Design and Material Culture
ISBN: 9781784992828
Category : Art and society
Languages : en
Pages : 360
Book Description
This book will appeal not only to historians of art, science, and material culture, but also to general readers with an interest in craft and the history of objects as well as to historians interested in a global history of the early modern period.
Materials & Media in Art Therapy
Author: Catherine Hyland Moon
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135161623
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 541
Book Description
one of very few books that deal with the electronic media in art therapy editor and contributors are top scholars in the field
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135161623
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 541
Book Description
one of very few books that deal with the electronic media in art therapy editor and contributors are top scholars in the field
Hands-on Culture of Ancient Egypt
Author: Kate O'Halloran
Publisher: Walch Publishing
ISBN: 9780825130885
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi, to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Egyptian religion: hundreds of gods Hieroglyphics: picture writing Playing games Drama: the Festival of Osiris Making a mummy See other Hands-on Culture titles
Publisher: Walch Publishing
ISBN: 9780825130885
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 84
Book Description
Six different world cultures are the focus of Hands-On Culture: Japan, Mexico and Central America, Southeast Asia, West Africa, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece and Rome. These colorful volumes examine each culture's art, science, history, geography, and language and literature. From making sushi, to designing a drum to reading hieroglyphics, students use an array of hands-on activities to grow more culturally aware and appreciative if differences among peoples. Topics in this volume include: Egyptian religion: hundreds of gods Hieroglyphics: picture writing Playing games Drama: the Festival of Osiris Making a mummy See other Hands-on Culture titles
Artists' Materials
Author: Emma Pearce
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1839404663
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Which canvas fabric is best for oil paints? When should you use colored inks? How can you avoid the darkening of acrylics over time? Choosing the right materials for your artwork can be tricky. Artist's Materials is a compact, indispensable and comprehensive guide to help you with these dilemmas, useful for both experienced and aspiring artists. Full of detailed advice on an array of materials and techniques, topics include: • How to pick your paints, be it oils, acrylics, watercolors or tempera • Painting techniques, including encaustic painting and gesso grounds • How to use fixatives, primers and varnishes • Making your own materials, such as canvases, paints and glues • Information on drawing materials, color mixing and brushes With a pigment color index, a glossary of key terms and information on caring for and storing your finished artwork, this book will equip you with all the tools you need to become a confident and versatile artist.
Publisher: Arcturus Publishing
ISBN: 1839404663
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 295
Book Description
Which canvas fabric is best for oil paints? When should you use colored inks? How can you avoid the darkening of acrylics over time? Choosing the right materials for your artwork can be tricky. Artist's Materials is a compact, indispensable and comprehensive guide to help you with these dilemmas, useful for both experienced and aspiring artists. Full of detailed advice on an array of materials and techniques, topics include: • How to pick your paints, be it oils, acrylics, watercolors or tempera • Painting techniques, including encaustic painting and gesso grounds • How to use fixatives, primers and varnishes • Making your own materials, such as canvases, paints and glues • Information on drawing materials, color mixing and brushes With a pigment color index, a glossary of key terms and information on caring for and storing your finished artwork, this book will equip you with all the tools you need to become a confident and versatile artist.
Methods and Theories of Art History
Author: Anne D'Alleva
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 9781856694179
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This is an analysis of complex forms of art history. It covers a broad range of approaches, presenting individual arguments, controversies and divergent perspectives. The book begins by introducing the concept of theory and explains why it is important to the practice of art history.
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
ISBN: 9781856694179
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This is an analysis of complex forms of art history. It covers a broad range of approaches, presenting individual arguments, controversies and divergent perspectives. The book begins by introducing the concept of theory and explains why it is important to the practice of art history.
The History of Art Materials
Author: Joyce Pocock
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781789725728
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
Ever walked into an art store and wondered who invented each art material? When? And where? And the stories behind the inventions. Well this book will give you the answers. In chronological order from Stone Age cave art right the way towards hologram art, and even some future predictions of art materials. Also, this book includes some instructions such as 'how to make egg tempera paint' and 'how to grind oil paint.' Along with the authors own artwork showing examples of many of the art materials and prints. This book can also be used as a reference book too, being all encompassing about the subject with info on lots of inventions and themes surrounding the fascinating subject, such as the history of some art conservation and restoration inventions. This book is a must read for art education, including College, GCSE, A Level and Degrees at University. It has an excellent foreword by the eminent writer and poet Phil Ruthen. Perfect for every art lover.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781789725728
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 274
Book Description
Ever walked into an art store and wondered who invented each art material? When? And where? And the stories behind the inventions. Well this book will give you the answers. In chronological order from Stone Age cave art right the way towards hologram art, and even some future predictions of art materials. Also, this book includes some instructions such as 'how to make egg tempera paint' and 'how to grind oil paint.' Along with the authors own artwork showing examples of many of the art materials and prints. This book can also be used as a reference book too, being all encompassing about the subject with info on lots of inventions and themes surrounding the fascinating subject, such as the history of some art conservation and restoration inventions. This book is a must read for art education, including College, GCSE, A Level and Degrees at University. It has an excellent foreword by the eminent writer and poet Phil Ruthen. Perfect for every art lover.
Representing History, 900-1300
Author: Robert Allan Maxwell
Publisher: Penn State Press
ISBN: 0271036362
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
"Brings together the disciplines of art, music, and history to explore the importance of the past to conceptions of the present in the central Middle Ages"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Penn State Press
ISBN: 0271036362
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 290
Book Description
"Brings together the disciplines of art, music, and history to explore the importance of the past to conceptions of the present in the central Middle Ages"--Provided by publisher.
The Organic Artist
Author: Nick Neddo
Publisher:
ISBN: 1592539262
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
This is an art book which highlights the possibility of using natural, organic materials as art supplies and inspiration.
Publisher:
ISBN: 1592539262
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
This is an art book which highlights the possibility of using natural, organic materials as art supplies and inspiration.