{"product_id":"spotlight-on-nature","title":"Spotlight On Nature","description":"\u003cb\u003eExplore new ways to capture nature in your on-location drawings and paintings through insightful tips and inspiring artwork from 40+ artists from around the world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Urban Sketching Handbook Spotlight on Nature\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003eGail L. Wong and Virginia Hein\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eshare their secrets\u003c\/b\u003e for getting beyond basic greenery. Presenting a variety of approaches, including \u003cb\u003edetailed examples\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e,\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003equick tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, and “workshop” \u003cb\u003eideas for practicing\u003c\/b\u003e the concepts, this book reviews important fundamentals for \u003cb\u003ecomposition\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ecolor\u003c\/b\u003e and inspires unique treatments and points of view.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is a story to be told about nature wherever we are. Pack this handbook with your art supplies as you \u003cb\u003eset out to tell your own stories of nature, and discover:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferent ways you can use nature to compose your story and your sketch, whether nature is the main character, the setting, or a frame for your composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA variety of approaches to representing the incredible variety of forms, surfaces, and textures we find in nature, including finding shape, proportion, and structure and creating depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTips for finding the character of a place with advice on painting water movement, atmosphere and weather, and quality of light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaces to find nature in a city, from a venerable landmark tree to a humble dandelion growing in a sidewalk crack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exploration of various methods of expressive interpretation, including sketching in monochrome, playing with color palettes, and simplifying shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA gallery of inspirational examples of art showing a variety of different artistic styles and a list of 24 artistic challenges to develop your own style and skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeared toward intermediate and experienced artists, but a great inspirational reference for beginners, \u003ci\u003eThe Urban Sketching Handbook Spotlight on Nature\u003c\/i\u003e shows you the many ways you can bring nature to life on the page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eUrban Sketching Handbook series\u003c\/b\u003e offers artists expert instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a compact, easy-to-carry format—perfect to toss in your backpack or artist’s tote.","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57307197636990,"sku":"NW9780760374559","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9780760374559.jpg?v=1778514735","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/spotlight-on-nature","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}