The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book
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Mastering the craft of fantasy art creation.
If you've ever been captivated by fantasy worlds and yearned to bring your own imaginative visions to life, this book is akin to a treasure map. It not only guides you through the practical skills needed to become a professional fantasy artist but also offers insights on how to monetize your passion. The journey from concept to cashing in is awaiting you.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book
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ISBN: 9780715326862
Authors:
Gary A. Lippincott
Publisher: David & Charles Ltd
Date of Publication: 2007-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 78 readers)
Description
From conception to publication, the fantasy artist uses his skills to create magical, mythical and monstrous characters and worlds of wonders. This indispensable book gives a thorough grounding in fantasy art techniques. You discover where to look for inspiration; know how to visualize the unreal; learn to interpret narrative; bend orthodox rules of anatomy, perspective, and composition to create dynamic effects; and, render and colour your work using pencils, paint and pixels. You can also experiment with genres and create extraordinary characters and settings, from gothic kingdoms to futuristic citadels. You'll learn to depict dynamic action sequences, and produce special effects such as mystical fog, infernal fire and pixie dust. Discover how to become a professional fantasy artist, with advice on tailoring your art to different markets, from comic books and graphic novels to computer games.
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Mastering the craft of fantasy art creation.
If you've ever been captivated by fantasy worlds and yearned to bring your own imaginative visions to life, this book is akin to a treasure map. It not only guides you through the practical skills needed to become a professional fantasy artist but also offers insights on how to monetize your passion. The journey from concept to cashing in is awaiting you.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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