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This comprehensive first volume explores the use of color and light in both digital and traditional media, with theory, tutorials, techniques, and tips written and illustrated by the world’s best known and most talented artists.
Learn how to critique your own art - focus on fundamentals, identify problems, then fix them - for results that take your technique to the next level. Richly annotated images, in-depth tutorials, and striking before-and-after results show you how.
Expert Steve Forster guides you through the concepts, workflow, and beyond. You will learn how to identify your personal style, use photo references, prepare your canvas, and establish an effective workflow for striking results.
Beyond Art Fundamentals shows artists how to take their work beyond techniques and mechanics. This impressive volume offers in-depth guidance on conveying mood, and improving your storytelling through composition, character details, and atmosphere.