Among the first books to provide art students with instructions for correctly drawing perspective outlines, this classic reference clearly demonstrates the principles of light and shade by revealing the effects of common daylight, sunshine, and candle or artificial light on geometrical solids. 13 plates of illustrations. Unabridged republication of Handbook of Light and Shade, Sixteenth Edition, published by George Rowney and Company, London, 1890-1899.
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Light, Shade and Shadow by E. L. Koller Without shading, even a beautiful drawing can appear flat. But artists can learn to add dimension to their work with these techniques, illustrations, and exercises that show how to achieve effects with light and shadow.
On the Art of Drawing by Robert Fawcett The "Illustrator's Illustrator" presents fundamentals of improvisation, lighting, style, and technique. Thorough examinations of the human figure and landscapes feature 100 illustrations and stress the importance of design and composition.
How to Draw the Head in Light and Shade by Edward Renggli Features the human head in every conceivable pose and illumination, from bright light to gentle shade. Includes drawings of all age groups, and provides advice on proportion, foreshortening, more. 75 illustrations.
Lessons on Shading by W. E. Sparkes A guide to shadow, light, and gradation in drawings. Advice includes deepening volume, evoking sunlight, creating mood, plus shading techniques for pyramids, cones, spheres, and vases. Features 87 expert illustrations.
Theory and Practice of Perspective by G. A. Storey Authoritative guide helps artists at all levels achieve the accurate re-creation of natural perspective. Scores of concise, well-illustrated chapters explain how to reproduce shape, distance, and numerous other related topics. 301 illustrations.
A Guide to Pictorial Perspective by Benjamin R. Green Here is a clear, jargon-free primer on re-creating objects from nature by using perspective techniques. It teaches artists and students at all levels how to visually rationalize the differences between form and appearance.
