Craig Srebnik is producing books on
art instruction, his own artwork, art history from an artist's
perspective and how to develop a career in fine art.  |
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| Secrets
from the Masters Series: |
| Artistic
Concepts, Principles & Techniques |
| Planned
publication date: Spring 2009 |
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Srebnik's first book is a comprehensive,
detailed revelation of the fundamentals of representative
painting--concepts and principles that apply to all media
and styles. The section on materials and methods will focus
on oil painting, though the information can be adapted for
watercolor, pastel or acrylics. It will provide the foundation
for all of the succeeding Secrets from the Masters
books on specific topics, which will be filled with more insights
and step-by-step demonstrations of Srebnik's paintings.
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| The book will be a valuable reference
guide for those taking Srebnik's workshops, weekly Atelier art
classes, and for those who haven't studied with him. |
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It includes:
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How
to Develop Your Own Learning Program |
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How
Important is Talent? |
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Materials
and Painting Methods: From Underpainting to Alla Prima |
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The
Concept of Visual Concepts |
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Learning
a New Language: Visual |
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Secret
Formulas and Lessons from the Old Masters |
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Interpreting
Your Vision Through Shape, Value, Color and Edges |
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The
Effects of Light and Atmosphere |
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Conveying
Three-Dimensional Form and Space |
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Expressive,
Painterly Brushwork |
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The
Challenge of Painting Naturalistic Flesh Tones |
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Introduction
to Composition |
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Introduction
to Painting Figures, Portraits, Landscapes, Street Scenes and
Still Lifes |
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When
is a Painting Finished? |
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Painting
from Life vs. Drawings vs. Photographs |
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Cultivating
Your Artistic Vision and Voice |
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A
Sketch vs. a Study vs. a "Finished" Painting |
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Problem
Solving Your Paintings |
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Studio
Tips |
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Framing
and Photographing Your Artwork |
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Guidance
for Your Continued Development
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| Upcoming
Secrets from the Masters Series: |
