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Abstract Painting by Gabriel Martin Roig
$14.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Series: Styles in Painting
Are you looking for a way to breathe new life into old, tired, or generic methods of abstract painting? This book challenges readers to depart from traditional academic approaches by exploring alternative techniques and resources, empowering the artist to effectively transfer their ideas and visions ont ...Show more
Cast Drawing using the Sight-Size Approach by Darren R Rousar
$8.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
Draw and Be Happy - Art Exercises to Bring You Joy (Gifts for Artists, How to Draw Books, Drawing Prompts and Exercises) by Tim Shaw
$14.00 NZD
Category: Children Non-fiction | Reading Level: very good
Drawing makes you happy This boldly illustrated handbook offers easy-to-follow drawing exercises--some thought-provoking, some meditative, all fun--inspired by art-therapy practices. Each page features an activity written by artist and activist Tim Shaw and brought to life with colorful art from Spanis ...Show more
The Street Art Manual - Bill Posters by Bill Posters
$14.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: near fine
The Street Art Manual is an illicit, tactical handbook to creating art in public and taking over urban space. Every type of street art is covered, from painting graffiti, to light projections, stenciling, wheat pasting and mural making, with each technique illustrated with step-by-step drawings. Arm ...Show more
Acrylic Painting for Encaustic Effects - 45 Wax Free Techniques by Sandra Duran Wilson
$16.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
Sandra Duran Wilson introduces the process of using acrylic paints, mediums and a variety of mixed-media art supplies to achieve the look of encaustic painting without the wax. * 45 fun techniques including creating crackles, carving with stencils, making your own "wax" elements, adding image transfers, ...Show more
Abstracts - Techniques & Textures by Rolina Van Vliet
$10.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
This is the fourth and most technical book on abstract art by Rolina van Vliet. In comparison to its predecessors it takes a more in-depth look at the practical nature of abstract art. With a detailed explanation of the technical aspects of painting, the book covers figurative elements, composition and ...Show more
Abstracts - 50 Inspirational Projects by Rolina Van Vliet
$10.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: good-very good
Whether you want to purely abstract your ideas, thoughts and feelings into colour and mood, or whether you want to base your pictures on subjects that interest you, such as landscapes, flowers, or music, you will find much to guide and fascinate you here. Rolina van Vliet is an enthusiastic teacher, and ...Show more
The Thames and Hudson Manual of Lithography by Richard Vicary
$14.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
Simple Screenprinting - Basic Techniques and Creative Projects by Annie Stromquist
$14.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
From decorative paper bags to elegant home furnishings, the 26 attractive projects in this beginner's manual will win converts to the simple, fabulous craft of screen printing. The entire printing process receives in-depth explanations and unfolds in numerous detailed photos. Find out how to select and ...Show more
Artcare - The care of art and artefacts in New Zealand by Sarah Hillary (Editor)
$10.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards
$14.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good
By applying discoveries in brain research to the teaching of drawing, this book is designed to help anyone improve their drawing. Sections on drawing in colour, new information on using lights and shadows to create 3-D effects, improving handwriting and exercises are also included.
Materials for the New Zealand Potter by J C Schofield
$10.00 NZD
Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: good