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This new, sophisticated, comprehensive reference book will inspire and instruct painters on how to handle today's acrylics in innovative and individualistic ways.

Acrylics have grown into the most adaptable art material for the modern age. Developments in the pigment industry have given acrylics a remarkably permanent, rich, and abundant palette, making it the favorite medium of many contemporary artists. As colors are being developed, their chemical components are also enhanced for better texture and handling.

Art-supplies vendors now offer acrylic mediums for thinning, thickening, glazing, molding, pouring, texturing, and dozens of other uses. Even experienced acrylic painters can be confused - even intimidated - by this staggering diversity of products. Painter and art materials expert Rhéni Tauchid simplifies this daunting subject, clearly explaining each type of medium and suggesting ways it can enhance your painting practice.

Over twenty step-by-step demonstrations teach you how to apply mediums to create vibrant colors, sensuous surfaces, and striking visual effects. Hundreds of beautiful photos illustrate mediums’ almost limitless potential and show you how other artists - both abstract and realist - are employing mediums to push their art in new creative directions. The first book of its kind, this essential reference belongs on every acrylic painter’s shelf.

Includes the Work of Contemporary Masters: Nick Bantock, Diane Black, Bruno Capolongo, Pauline Conley, Marc Courtemanche, Marie-Claude Delcourt, Claire Desjardins, Marion Fischer, Heather Haynes, Lorena Kloosterboer, Suzy Lamont, Marie Lannoo, Connie Morris, Barry Oretsky, Lori Richards, Hester Simpson, Ksenia Sizaya, Rhéni Tauchid, Alice Teichert, Beth ten Hove, Sharlena Wood, and Heather Midori Yamada.

This new, sophisticated, comprehensive reference book will inspire and instruct painters on how to handle today's acrylics in innovative and individualistic ways.

This collection of projects by the "father of modern origami" contains detailed instructions for 60 of the master's original works.

Master origami artist Akira Yoshizawa was a true innovator who played a seminal role in the rebirth of origami in the modern world. He served as a bridge between past and present -- between the ancient traditional craft and the development of origami as a contemporary practice -- inventing new techniques and in preserving the traditional Japanese forms. In fact, the notational system of diagrams widely used today to indicate how models are folded was developed mainly by him. Above all, Yoshizawa was responsible for elevating origami to the status of an art form.

This beautiful origami book is the first comprehensive survey of the extraordinary work of Akira Yoshizawa. In addition to 60 models from his private collection, it features over 1,000 original drawings by the artist, and English translations of his writings in Japanese on origami, all of which are published here for the very first time.

Origami projects include:

- The Koinobori and the Helmet
- Butterflies of Every Kind
- Fairy Tale Crowns and Caps
- The Lion Mask
- The Tengu Masks

and much more!

Akira Yoshizawa also contains an explanation of the Master's personal philosophy of origami by Yoshizawa's widow, Kiyo Yoshizawa and an insightful introduction from Robert Lang, a leading artist and exponent of origami art in the West.

About the Author:

Born in 1911, Akira Yoshizawa is the father of modern origami. The publication of his first collection of models in the early 1950s caused a major sensation. In 1954, he founded the International Origami Centre in Tokyo. In 1955, his original works were exhibited for the first time at a show in Amsterdam, an enormously successful event that introduced him to the West. It was during these years that he came up with a system of notation based on a series of symbols and graphic signs indicating various types of folds and thus created a method that was later adopted by many origami artists and is still in use today. In subsequent decades Yoshizawa folded and taught origami, published books on the art, and participated in innumerable events on an international scale. As his fame spread throughout the world, he came to be seen as the most distinguished representative of the art, a pioneer of many techniques used in modern origami. Yoshizawa died in 2005, on the day of his 94th birthday.
 

A comprehensive human anatomy guide for today’s 3D artist, offering fundamental, theoretical, and practical skills for anatomy and proportion.

Anatomy for 3D Artists is an essential teaching guide for sculpting human anatomy. Non-software specific, it is packed with everything that today’s 3D artist needs to know in order to tackle the difficult task of recreating the human form in 3D. Starting with the use of 2D references, and moving on to practical and advanced 3D sculpting – including topology – the book covers every stage in the creation of all kinds of male and female figures. Featuring established artists such as Chris Legaspi and Mario Anger, Anatomy for 3D Artists also includes several master projects for an informative and in-depth overview of the 3D sculpting process of various forms, showing how the archetypal human form can be adapted to fit any character shape!

Contents List:

Introduction
Drawing an archetypal figure
2D male
2D female
2D reference gallery
Sculpting an archetypal figure
3D male
Advanced 3D male
3D female
Advanced 3D female
Master projects
Male bodybuilder
Curvy female
Slim female
Advanced topology
Retopologizing
3D reference gallery

About the Authors:

3dtotal was founded in 1999 as a simple 3D resource website. Over the last decade the site has evolved into one of the premier CG art websites in the world, offering a variety of training products, an inspirational gallery, a free texture library and hundreds of free tutorials on a variety of subjects.

In 2006, 3dtotal entered into partnership with Focal Press and launched the popular book series Digital Art Masters and Digital Painting Techniques. The premise for these books was to provide high quality content that would inspire and educate the next generation of digital artists. Featuring the work of top industry professionals, detailed tutorials and image breakdowns, these series have become firmly established as indispensable resources for any digital artist.

After five successful years working with Focal Press, 3dtotal Publishing was launched in early 2010. As well as self-publishing the next volumes in the pre-existing Digital Art Masters and Digital Painting Techniques series, 3dtotal Publishing has launched a number of new titles including: Sketching from the Imagination, Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting in Photoshop and ZBrush Characters and Creatures.

Chris Legaspi is a concept artist currently working at Cryptic Studios, San Francisco. He is the founder and creator of Freshdesigner and a life-long artist, with over 10 years of drawing experience as both a student and a professional. He has worked as a professional concept artist in the videogame industry for several years. His concept art and illustration work has been seen in hit videogames and magazines.

Anatomy for Artists presents an extensive visual reference guide to the human form for artists of all abilities and mediums.

Over 240 specially commissioned photographs capture every detail, from muscle definition and bony landmarks to a valuable catalogue of postures and poses. Every photograph is overlaid with musculature, planar, and contour diagrams drawn by figurative fine artist and illustrator Charlie Pickard to deepen your comprehension. The illuminating introduction by expert and teacher Jahirul Amin results in a thorough understanding of the subject and how it relates to your work.

Detailed diagrams reveal the inner workings of the joints and muscles, and how their shape and movement affect what you see on the surface, and ultimately in your art.

• Written and illustrated by experts in the field of anatomy for artists
• Over 240 specially commissioned, color photographs of the body, head, and face
• Detailed overlays show the musculature and contours of the human form
• Thorough introduction to anatomy fundamentals and terminology for artists
• Exploration of body types and other variables that affect the human form
• Library of poses informs artistic applications, with classical and creative variations

Contents List:

FOREWORD
INTRODUCTION
History of anatomy
The anatomical position
Joint mechanics
The skeleton and the bony landmarks
Muscles and tendons
Body types
Proportion and symmetry
The skin: fat and wrinkles
Sex and age
VISUAL REFERENCE LIBRARY
Torso
Arms
Hands
Upper legs
Lower legs
Feet
Neck
Head
Facial features
Body types and posture
CREATIVE POSES
Classical standing poses
Dynamic action poses
Narrative poses
Seated poses
GLOSSARY
CONTRIBUTORS
INDEX

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Study the dynamic movements of the human figure with Anatomy in Motion, a huge collection of detailed photography and layered illustrations. Hundreds of shots capture professional models performing a wide range of actions, from walking and jumping to combat and dance. Explore each pose in depth with planar, contour, and muscle illustrations that provide an innovative visual resource for artists of any skill level or medium. Building on the success of 3dtotal Publishing’s previous Anatomy for Artists, this volume is a must-have for anyone seeking to capture the beauty and complexity of humans in motion.

Anatomy in Motion is an expansive collection of incredibly detailed photography and overlaid illustrations, showing the human figure in a variety of dynamic movements, at every stage of the action. This is an essential resource for artists of any skill level or medium, who seek to capture figures in motion, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the human form with clear, innovative presentation.

Stunning photography and comprehensive drawings show the contours, planar surfaces, and musculature of figures of varying body types. Hundreds of shots capture professional models performing a wide range of actions, from walking and jumping to combat and dance.

Whether you’re a traditional sculptor, concept artist, oil painter, or 3D digital artist, the resources within this informative book will be invaluable in helping you improve the quality, believability, and anatomical accuracy of your art.

- Hundreds of high-quality, full-colour photographs and illustrations
- Detailed planar, contour, and écorché (muscle) diagrams to study
- An extensive reference for any artist interested in the human figure

About the Author:

Charlie is a classically trained figurative artist and illustrator living and working in London. He was awarded the de Laszlo Foundation’s Award for Excellence in 2020. His work is primarily exhibited in London and can be found in collections worldwide.

Contents and contributors:

The basics of motion

Introduction
Locomotion principles
Types of muscle
Antagonistic pairs
Active and passive design
Types of motion
Gesture drawing
Three main stages of motion
Balance and movement
Three major masses

Basic body movements

Shoulder extension to flexion
Arm extension to flexion
Knee extension to flexion
Hip flexion to extension
Torso flexion to extension
Neck flexion to extension
Arm abduction to adduction
Leg abduction to adduction
Neck rotation
Torso rotation
Torso lateral bend
Forearm pronation to supination
Torso retraction to protraction
Neck lateral bend
Jaw opening
Shoulders lowering and raising

Full-body actions

Walking
Running
Lifting an object
Jumping from a run-up
Vaulting over an obstacle
Jumping in place
Pulling on a rope
Pushing an object
Hitting an object
Getting up from sitting down
Getting up from lying down
Batting a ball
Catching a ball
Kicking a ball
Crawling
Cartwheel
Shoulder roll/tumble
Punching
Kicking
Dancing
Unarmed combat
Armed combat

Gallery
Glossary
Contributors

Animal Anatomy for Artists will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and reference material you need to take your animal drawings to the next level. Introductory chapters by artist and instructor Joe Weatherly focus on a structural approach to drawing, exploring core topics including gesture, rhythm and posing, construction, anatomy basics, proportions, and more. This is followed by the visual reference library, an expansive collection of stunning animal photography with detailed overlaid illustrations showing the skeletal structure, musculature, and contour forms of a wide variety of animals, illustrated by artist Shannon Beaumont. The library also contains numerous pose sketches, both stationary and mid-action, of each animal. Whether you are an oil painter, traditional sculptor, or digital concept artist, the informative resources within this book will help you to improve the quality and accuracy of your art. 

With a foreword from artist and teacher Marshall Vandruff, Animal Anatomy for Artists is a key resource for artists of any skill level who seek to capture animals realistically, or aim to exaggerate the animal form to create fantastical creatures. The clear presentation and incredible details provide a keepsake resource that will enable you to create anatomically correct images for years to come.

• Written and illustrated by experts in the field of artistic animal anatomy 
• Thorough introduction to animal anatomy fundamentals and terminology 
• Chapters cover foundational topics including the structural drawing process and anatomy basics 
• Visual reference library of 50 colour animal photographs with detailed overlays to show the skeleton, musculature, and contours of each animal’s form 
•  Additional illustrative studies and pose sketches to capture movement and dynamic angles

Contents and contributors:

FOREWORD by Marshall Vandruff
INTRODUCTION by Joe Weatherly
THE DRAWING PROCESS
Gesture
Rhythm & posing
Construction
Drawing from the imagination
Drawing from life
Keeping a sketchbook
Drawing tools

ANATOMY BASICS
Simplified skeletal structures
Simplified musculature
Proportions & surface anatomy
The simplified head
The simplified neck & torso
The simplified foreleg
The simplified hind leg
Comparative anatomy

VISUA: REFERENCE LIBRARY
Artwork by Shannon Beaumont
Bison
Cow
Goat
Impala
Sheep
Buffalo
Alpaca
Camel
Deer
Moose
Giraffe
Okapi
Hippopotamus
Dog
Fox
Wolf
Cat
Cheetah
Jaguar
Lioness
Oncilla
Tiger
Meerkat
Hyena
Badger
Otter
Weasel
Wolverine
Sea lion
Racoon
Grizzly bear
Polar bear
Bat
Kangaroo
Donkey
Horse
Zebra
Rhinoceros
Tapir
Baboon
Rhesus macaque 
Chimpanzee
Gorilla
Elephant 
Beaver
Mouse
Rat
Crocodile
Lizard
Hawk

CONTRIBUTORS' GALLERY
Joe Weatherly
Shannon Beaumont

GLOSSARY

Even more expert advice, key techniques, and illuminating artwork upgrades 3dtotal’s bestselling Art Fundamentals, the cornerstone of every artist’s bookshelf.

Whether you work in a traditional or digital medium, understanding the foundations of art itself is essential for engaging and confident results. Real-world rules make concept art so much more believable, while a clear comprehension of time-honored principles can elevate a classic subject to new levels of accomplishment.

This must-have, updated edition of Art Fundamentals is written and illustrated by experts from a range of creative backgrounds. It demystifies the crucial elements of art, while specially selected artwork details how the fundamentals have been cleverly applied to the canvas by incredible professional artists.

Art Fundamentals 2nd Edition is a fully revised and updated back-to-basics title, packed with the fundamental concepts, conventions, and theory you need to create successful work.

This essential book is written by industry experts who thoroughly address key basics including color and light, composition, anatomy, perspective, and depth, in a series of insightful and visually demonstrative chapters. As well as being the perfect introduction for newcomers, Art Fundamentals 2nd Edition also offers experienced artists the chance to brush up on theory and discover new tricks and techniques to advance even further.

Richly illustrated throughout for optimal learning, each section of the book is specifically designed to guide you through the essential yet often challenging elements that make up the foundations of art, no matter which medium or technique you use. As fascinating and illuminating as it is practical and essential, Art Fundamentals 2nd Edition contains the foundations of art, presented, taught, and completely demystified for today’s artist.

- Keep this high-quality resource by your side, whether you are a beginner looking for a one-stop shop, or an experienced artist brushing up on your theory and techniques
- Learn from some of the most talented professional artists working in the art and entertainment industries, who share advice, insights, and methods from their areas of expertise
- See the principles in action, with works in progress, specially commissioned diagrams, and insightful “Fundamentals Applied...” case studies

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A comprehensive, yet flexible and holistic approach to the human body for artists, Roberto Osti’s method of teaching anatomy is exhaustive, but never loses sight of the fact that this understanding should lead to the creation of art.

Basic Human Anatomy teaches artists the simple yet powerful formula artists have used for centuries to draw the human figure from the inside out. Osti, using the basic system of line, shape, and form used by da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo, takes readers step-by-step through all the lessons needed in order to master this essential foundation skill. Organized progressively, the book shows readers how to replicate the underlying structure of the body using easy-to-understand scales and ratios; conceptualize the front and side views of the skeleton with basic shapes; add detail with simplified depictions of complex bones and joints; draw a muscle map of the body with volumetric form and realistic dimension; master the feet, hands, and skull to create realistic renderings of the human form; and apply a deeper knowledge of anatomy to finished drawings for more impact.

Praise for Basic Human Anatomy

"This volume is useful not only for the excellent information and guidance Osti (Univ. of the Arts, Philadelphia) provides but also for the manner in which he presents the information. His presentation of the fundamentals is simple but elegant, and the visuals, examples, and exercises harmoniously supplement the information. Readers can flip to just what they need or study the work as a whole, a flexibility that makes the book valuable as both a textbook and a reference tool. Osti's skills as an artist and instructor are abundantly clear throughout the book, and the many excellent illustrations showcase his credentials well. The market is saturated with books on figure drawing, but human anatomy titles are less numerous, and many are dated. Sarah Simblet’s Anatomy for the Artist (2001) and Valerie Winslow’s Classic Human Anatomy in Motion: The Artist's Guide to the Dynamics of Figure Drawing (2015) are excellent, but what sets Osti’s title apart is its simplicity and the clarity of its prose."
CHOICE magazine
--J. C. Burns, Dixie State University

About the Author:

Roberto Osti teaches human anatomy for artists at the New York Academy of Art, University of the Arts in Philadelphia, and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Formally trained as a medical illustrator before becoming a fine artist, Osti has contributed his work to many science and art publications. His paintings have been exhibited in galleries in Europe and the United States.

This book shows beginning artists the fundamentals of traditional drawing, and how to practice them for good results. It is loaded with information on materials; first exercises; basic techniques; light and shading; drawing a still life; basic composition; perspective; drawing a cityscape; drawing a landscape with depth of field; and more. Includes the author's unique explanations for classic techniques, such as his "envelope" technique of blocking out broad shapes before adding small details for good composition and proportions. Hundreds of illustrations show important basic concepts.

About the Author:

Leonardo Pereznieto's work has been exhibited internationally in museums and galleries, including in Florence, London, Paris, Seoul, Los Angeles, and New York. He is the author of You Can Draw! Simple Techniques for Realistic Drawings, has a hugely successful YouTube Channel (Fine Art Tips) with more than one million followers, and regularly conducts workshops and lectures worldwide, as well. He lives in Mexico City, Mexico.

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Brand new tutorials and artwork reboot 3dtotal’s essential guide as the go-to resource for any aspiring digital painter.

Adobe Photoshop is a powerful tool for digital artists, and this book is the newcomer’s indispensable manual for getting started and developing into a versatile digital artist. A definitive update of the bestselling Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting, this second edition is packed with new content using the software’s latest tools. From the basics of brushes and blending modes to the dynamic potential of layer masks and photobashing, professional artists from across the concept art and illustration industries share accessible step-by-step guides. Learn how to create stunning digital paintings with creativity, skill, and confidence.

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Bring characters to life on your iPad® with creativity and ease, using Procreate™ to conceptualize, sketch, and paint directly onto the screen.

Master the basics, from setting up your first canvas to using a selection of tools such as Brushes, Layers, and Adjustments to add depth and energy to your creations. To achieve details such as hair, skin, and garments, you are guided through tools and techniques for character-specific results.

Whether you draw characters from reality, or dream up new, fantastical beings, this book unlocks your design potential with Procreate for next level-results.

Thanks to Procreate, designing characters for the entertainment industry can be done creatively and efficiently on the iPad. In this book for newcomers to the software, several renowned and experienced designers demonstrate how they do it, sharing not only their professional tips and tricks, but also how the traditional character design process translates to Procreate. Whether you sketch or paint, draw from reality, or dream up new concepts, you will become fluent in using Procreate for all stages of character design.

Take the opportunity to observe and practice the techniques as part of a real-world workflow, as professional character designers demonstrate in seven step-by-step projects how to use Procreate’s tools to successfully evolve a character from initial thumbnails to final hero pose.

Whether or not you have used Procreate before, the Beginner’s Guide to Digital Painting in Procreate: Characters ensures your character ideas and concepts become fully realized creations on the iPad screen. Expert artist-authors include: ANTONIO STAPPAERTS, AMAGOIA AGIRRE, KORY LYNN HUBBELL, PATRYCJA WÓJCIK, JORDI LAFEBRE, OLGA “ASUROCKS” ANDRIYENKO, and FATEMEH HAGHNEJAD “BLUEBIRDY”

- Begins with an easy-to-follow introduction to Procreate’s essential tools and techniques 
- Explores rendering skin, hair, garments, and other character-specific elements
- 6 fully illustrated, step-by-step tutorials reveal your iPad’s potential, from thumbnails to final pose
- The gallery breaks down further workflows, showing key stages of an expert design process
- Techniques, tutorials, and artwork specially written and painted by industry-leading character designers

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Pick up your pens and pencils and join talented professional artists in this invaluable introduction to sketching quintessential sci-fi subjects such as spaceships, robots, futuristic vehicles, and innovative buildings. Learn how to design and color a range of fascinating visionary concepts from start to finish, unlocking knowledge that will allow you to develop your own unique and impressive sci-fi creations.

An essential read for budding sci-fi artists, this book features more than 15 skilled professionals sharing detailed guides to designing and rendering a wide spectrum of imaginative subjects. An in-depth introduction covers the essentials of sketching, including tools and materials, perspective, geometry, and light, followed by an exciting range of tutorial projects that cover robots, vehicles, spaceships, and architecture. Useful tips teach you how to shade and render dozens of futuristic surfaces and details, from shiny chrome to rusted metal, honing your valuable traditional drawing skills with tools such as pencils, ink, and markers.

Whether you're a new artist interested in learning the basics of sketching, or an intermediate artist keen to branch out into the exciting world of sci-fi and “hard-surface” designs, Beginner’s Guide to Sketching: Robots, Vehicles & Sci-fi Concepts is an inspiring and accessible introduction.

- Create unique sci-fi forms from basic geometry
- Sketch any subject in perspective with confidence
- Render a range of hard-surface and reflective materials
- Tackle the concept design process from start to finish
- Choose tools and materials for dynamic results

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Pixologic's ZBrush is the 3D world's premier digital sculpting software, widely used to create high-quality models for the video game, film, animation, and many other industries. Its uniquely intuitive approach to modeling makes it a fantastic asset for any creator hoping to realize their ideas in 3D. To usher students and 3D newcomers into comfortably using this powerful software, Beginner's Guide to ZBrush presents a thorough introduction to the program with in-depth, accessible tutorials that will guide you through ZBrush's essential tools and techniques. Covering key concepts to help you get to grips with the principles of 3D, step-by-step organic, hard-surface, and mixed-surface sculpting workflows, and an overview 

Blender is the world’s premier open-source 3D software, created by some of the best digital artists working in creative industries around the globe.

This book offers you all the information you'll need as you start your journey into 3D character creation with this versatile and expansive tool. Beginning with the fundamentals, this thorough tutorial book will help you piece together a skill set that will enable you to become adept in creating incredible characters, even if you are completely new to working in 3D. In-depth, step-by-step projects alongside an expansive introduction walk you through the creation of multiple characters, covering key topics such as modeling, sculpting, retopology, UV unwrapping, materials, lighting, rendering, and compositing.

Beginner’s Guide to Creating Characters in Blender makes this complex software accessible and enjoyable for newcomers.

Key topics covered inside:

• Getting started: introduction to 3D and getting set up
• The Blender interface: customization, Editors, workspaces, and more
• Modeling: objects, modifiers, and topology
• Sculpting: brushes, resolution, and retopology
• Rendering: lighting, UVs, materials, and post-production

Shirley Trevena is a well-known and successful watercolourist, with a huge international fan base. Throughout her career she has pushed the boundaries of watercolour and is regarded as one of Britain’s most innovative artists in that medium.

Shirley’s watercolours are visually inspiring, vibrant in colour and strong in composition This, her third book, shows how she achieves her stunning results by pushing the medium to its limits. Shirley takes the reader through 10 paintings in great detail and shares all her professional tips and painting secrets. In addition, each painting has large close-up details so the reader can really see all the brushstrokes.

Shirley breaks the conventional rules of watercolour in many different ways: through her compositions, strange perspectives, fascinating textures and, above all, the strength and vibrancy of her colour combinations.

In Breaking the Rules of Watercolour, Shirley explains all her painting decisions and demonstrates her techniques at every stage. In this way, she encourages all watercolourists, whatever their level, to experiment with the medium and produce exciting and challenging work of their own.

About the Author:

Shirley Trevena is a well-known watercolourist with an international reputation who is regarded as one of Britain’s most innovative artists in the medium. She is a Member of the Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolour and is author of three best-selling books, Taking Risks with Watercolour, Vibrant Watercolours, Breaking the Rules of Watercolour and DVDs. In 2010 she was the British representative at the International Watercolour Festival in Antwerp.