Summary

Since the first people began to draw and paint, landscapes have dominated art. Through drawings and paintings artists attempt to convey the environments around them, conveying their beauty, atmosphere and meanings. This comprehensive, practical book offers budding artists the chance to take one-on-one lessons with a highly acclaimed expert and learn the art of drawing and painting the world around them. An understanding of the various natural forms, such as foliage, clouds and the movement of water, is vital to successful landscape art. Abigail Edgar's expert tutorials provide this essential knowledge, from which readers can go on to work through the step-by-step projects. In these, experienced artists work in the field and from photographs, using various styles and media including pencil and charcoal, watercolours, gouache, acrylics and oils. The stages of each artwork are fully explained, so that students can follow along and learn the essential methods artists use to observe and capture a vista on paper or canvas. The tutorials and 31 projects are complemented by galleries of professional art with commentaries by expert art writer Sarah Hoggett. These offer readers insight into how artistic techniques are employed and show many of the effects that can be achieved. The book is fully explained with more than 900 photographs and illustrations to make it easy to follow each project and achieve results of a high standard. With its simple, down-to-earth commentary, this masterclass guide will enthuse every student and give them the confidence to express their unique vision and artistic style.