Photo Painting: The Art Of Painting On Photographs, By James A. Mc Kinnis
SKU
2934-MCKINNIS
By James A. McKinnis.
(2002). Amphoto. Soft-cover, 8 1/2 x 10 1/2", 144 pages, 150 color and 20
B&W illustrations. Perfect for all levels, from beginner to veteran artist,
this book demonstrates, step-by-step, how to create an array of photopainting
techniques. This guide shows artists, photographers, and crafters how to to take
handcoloring photographs to the next level, where the original photograph is not
just being high-lighted or enhanced but totally transformed into something
closer to a painting than a photo. These lessons progress from very easy to more
advanced techniques and describe how to bring a dynamic, fresh approach to just
about any type of photo. Readers will discover dozens of tips for finding the
right materials, including starting with a strong black-and-white photo,
choosing proper composition, selecting colors and subjects, and much more. In
addition, a magnificent, full-color gallery displays these amazing photopainting
techniques in action. Illustrated throughout and packed with useful tips and
practical advice, this guide to a surprisingly easy art is sure to bring out the
dormant artist in anyone!