Learn how to capture the effects of radiant light and shadow in oil!
In this insightful 32-page book, accomplished painter Tom Swimm shows aspiring artists how to recognize and express the dynamic effects of light in luminous oil paintings. Tom demonstrates how to get started through sketching, toning a support, and establishing a value underpainting. He then explains special techniques, such as portraying light and shadows, expressing time of day, and rendering reflective surfaces. He also reveals tricks on creating brilliant compositions––from simplifying complex subjects and creating bold textures to telling a compelling story through a seemingly ordinary scene. Best of all, the vivid, full-color illustrations and innovative tips from the artist inspire readers to infuse their own paintings with light and color.
Synopsis
Capture the radiant effects of light and shadow. In this book, Tom Swimm introduces you to a dazzling world of light and shadow, revealing how to create luminous paintings in oil. He demonstrates special techniques for building an image and capturing the play of light. He also shows you how to maximize the properties of oil to achieve dynamic visual effects. With a variety of vibrant illustrations and expert instruction, this book will be an essential guide for your creative journey!
About the Author, Tom Swimm
Featured artist Tom Swimm has felt an instinctive need to paint since early childhood. Although he is self-taught, he has long been inspired by the work of Van Gogh, Monet, and Hopper, and he considers these masters his teachers. His passion for exploring color and various painting techniques has brought him many artistic rewards. To Tom, being an artist is about challenging himself to evolve creatively. Tom's first one-man exhibition was at the Pacific Edge Gallery in Laguna Beach, California. His work also has been featured in several other California galleries, at ArtExpo New York, and at the APPAF Exhibition in Paris, France. His paintings have appeared on the cover of Skyward Marketing's in-flight magazine in 2001, as well as on the cover of Artist's Magazine in 1992. Tom won the People's Choice award at Echoes and Visions in 1997 and the Art of California Award in 1994.
