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Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book: From Creating Characters to Selling Your Work, Learn the Skills of the Professional Fantas
Paperback
Main Details
Title |
Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book: From Creating Characters to Selling Your Work, Learn the Skills of the Professional Fantas
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Gary A. Lippincott
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback | Pages:128 | Dimensions(mm): Height 279,Width 216 |
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Category/Genre | Illustration Painting and art manuals |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780715326862
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Classifications | Dewey:743.87 |
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Illustrations |
350 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
David & Charles
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Imprint |
David & Charles
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Publication Date |
27 April 2007 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
From conception to publication, the fantasy artist uses a wide range of skills to create magical, mythical and monstrous characters and worlds of wonder. Discover the tools and techniques needed to produce spellbinding fantasy artwork in both traditional and digital media Find out where to look for inspiration and how to visualize the unreal; bend the traditional rules of anatomy, perspective and composition; render and colour your work using pencils, paint and pixels Create truly magical settings with extraordinary characters, from terrifying ogres and trolls to mischevious imps and fairies Take your work to the next level and discover how to become a professional artist with advice and tips on presenting, promoting and selling your finished artwork
Author Biography
Gary A. Lippincott has been a fantasy painter and professional illustrator for the past 20 years. His work has been featured in graphic novels, young adult fantasy novels, children's picture books, magazines, calendars and even jigsaw puzzles. He has won two prestigious Chesley awards and been nominated for a Hugo award. His artwork has graced the covers written by some of the most respected fantasy authors (Ursula Le Guin, Tanith Lee, J.R.R. Tolkien, Andre Norton, Charles De Lint and more). Gary lives in Massachusetts.
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