A master of contemporary portrait painting shows you how to paint with acrylics to produce striking, interesting portraits in your own style.Hashim Akib's striking acrylic portraits are at the heart of this inspirational book. The subject of portraiture is seen by many as the zenith of art, and Hash's easygoing, unpretentious style puts fantastic results within the reach of hobby artists and aspiring professionals alike.Assuming nothing and starting from the basics, this portrait painting book includes 6 step-by-step projects as well as friendly but in-depth advice on color palettes; skin tone; composition; working from photographs and models; mark making; lighting; atmosphere; and much more.Perfect for beginners as well as more experienced artists, this acrylic painting book covers many types of portraiture-from the self-portrait to full-length portraits-all with a striking, contemporary style.
A master of contemporary portrait painting shows you how to paint with acrylics to produce striking, interesting portraits in your own style.Hashim Akib's striking acrylic portraits are at the heart of this inspirational book. The subject of portraiture is seen by many as the zenith of art, and Hash's easygoing, unpretentious style puts fantastic results within the reach of hobby artists and aspiring professionals alike.Assuming nothing and starting from the basics, this portrait painting book includes 6 step-by-step projects as well as friendly but in-depth advice on color palettes; skin tone; composition; working from photographs and models; mark making; lighting; atmosphere; and much more.Perfect for beginners as well as more experienced artists, this acrylic painting book covers many types of portraiture-from the self-portrait to full-length portraits-all with a striking, contemporary style.
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