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Experimental Coasts in Mixed Media
Hardback
Main Details
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Experimental Coasts in Mixed Media
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Mike Bernard
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By (author) Susie Hodge
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Physical Properties |
Format:Hardback | Pages:128 | Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 226 |
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Category/Genre | Art techniques and principles |
ISBN/Barcode |
9781849946612
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Classifications | Dewey:751.45437 |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Pavilion Books
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Imprint |
Batsford Ltd
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Publication Date |
10 June 2021 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Acclaimed mixed-media artist Mike Bernard has been at the forefront of collage painting for decades and his work has a sought-after vitality. He brings his latest guidance, ideas and techniques on a subject about which he is passionate: coastal painting. From his home near the Devon coast, he and co author (art writer) Susie Hodge, cover all aspects of mixed media painting. From considering composition and looking for contrasts to reducing elements for greater impact (and even moving towards abstraction). From working with limited palettes to including imaginary colours to a painting. From collaging with torn magazines, tin foil, plastic, newsprint to combining inks, oil pastels, PVA, acrylic and watercolours. From playing with proportion to create mood to using thick and thin oils for effect. And, of course, how to capture the mood and atmosphere of coastal life, from quiet stretches to busy harbours around the world. The authors include several step-by-step projects to demonstrate techniques plus a series of experimental exercises helps the reader try something new. A masterclass from a popular artist with stunning artwork of coasts from around the globe.
Author Biography
Susie Hodge has a MA in History of Art from the University of London. She teaches art, design, photography and art history and is the author of many books on art history and instruction.
Reviews'Impressively thorough, completely understandable and an absorbingly good read' -- Henry Malt, The Artist 'Looking deep into these complex paintings is a joy!' -- Devon Life
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