a sketchers library
- cre8ivnrg
- Jan 14, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 23
a short list of inspiring reads for plein air artists and urban sketchers.
Big Brush Watercolor
by Ron Ranson
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My all time favorite book on watercolor painting and took ages to find it, as I had been searching to capture and revisit the essentials learned from a single demo in painting class many years ago.. Big brush painting forces simplicity by removing the need to control, letting water be water, leaving paintings fresh and uncomplicated. Using a mop or mottler brush, obtainable from most art and craft shops, Ron Ranson demonstrates how to simplify the subject matter and thus filter out the essence of a scene.
The Urban Sketching Handbook: Color First, Ink Later: A Dynamic Approach to Drawing and Painting on Location (Vol. 15) January 4, 2022
by Mike Yoshiaki Daikubara (Author)
Buy on Amazon
Thoroughly enjoyable learnings. Follow Yoshiaki's demos for brighter more vibrant sketches. Includes a range of subjects plus an extensive gallery of color examples.
Sketch & Color: Art Techniques from Pencil to Paint
by Paul Taggart
Inspirational sample art, enthusiastic text, coupled with a no-nonsense approach presented in unique and detailed strips guide artists through the various techniques and media. This is just what everyone needs to progress and build confidence in drawing and painting.
THE URBAN SKETCHING HANDBOOK : 101 Sketching Tips, Tricks, Techniques and Handy Hacks for Sketching on the Go.
A collection of insider know-how and expert tips and techniques. Many basic drawing techniques into one handy volume, e.g., the importance of your eye level line in sketching, and 97 things more! The book also features beautiful example illustrations from urban sketchers around the globe. Compact, easy-to-carry format--toss it in your backpack or paintbox for ideas and inspiration on the fly.
The Urban Sketching Handbook Panoramas and Vertical Vistas: Techniques for Drawing on Location from Unexpected Perspectives
by Mario Linhares Heaps of inspiration here if you're looking to add scale, story, visual appeal, impact and drama to your sketches.
The Complete Etchings of Rembrandt
Dover Publications Buy on Pango Books
I was first introduced to Rembrandt when I was very young. My parents were great admirers of Rembrandt and among the many antiques they collected were canvas reproductions of Rembrandts paintings and books from the Rijks Museum. His drawings and etchings hugely inspired me, especially for his play of light & dark and contrast to create drama, as well as intricate detail and the unique and recognizable hatching style he applied to etchings. Highly recommend studying his approaches to varied subjects and visual stories - an invaluable resource.
En Plein Air: Watercolor: Expert Techniques and Simple Step-By-Step Projects for Creating Dynamic Landscapes in the Open Air with Watercolor
by Ron Stocke Free / Amazon Kindle ISBN: 1633226166 / ISBN13: 9781633226166
A guide to artistic travels as you explore en plein air - a daring and expressive method of painting, wherever you may be.
The New Colored Pencil: Create Luminous Works with Innovative Material and Techniques (May 2014)
By Kristy Ann Kutch
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Another great title on color rendering, full of exploration, experimentation and new techniques. ISBN: 9780770436933 From the publisher: Start coloring, relieve stress, and learn to create radiant, original works of art using colored pencils, wax pastels, and watercolor pencils. Add vibrancy to your coloring creations with instruction from best-selling author and teacher Kristy Kutch as she guides you through recommendations for the newest colored pencil brands, best drawing surfaces, and groundbreaking techniques. Including easy step-by-step demonstrations and inspiring featured art.
The Watercolor Painter's Pocket Palette
by Moria Clinch (Author)
Another great title on color rendering, full of exploration, experimentation and new techniques. ISBN: 9780770436933 From the publisher: Start coloring, relieve stress, and learn to create radiant, original works of art using colored pencils, wax pastels, and watercolor pencils. Add vibrancy to your coloring creations with instruction from best-selling author and teacher Kristy Kutch as she guides you through recommendations for the newest colored pencil
Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World (2015)
By Julia Rothman Buy on PangoBooks
Renowned illustrator Julia Rothman combines art and science in this fully illustrated field guide deep diving into the structure, function, and personality of the natural world. Explore the anatomy of animals, insects, and natural elements. Rothman’s colorful illustrations are paired with interactive activities that encourage curiosity and inspire you to look more closely at the world all around you.
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