Discover the infinite creative possibilities of drawing and painting in black and white with 'Exploring Black & White' by Victor Escandell. This richly illustrated hardback book, measuring 196 x 262 mm and featuring 128 pages of insightful content, delves into both traditional and contemporary techniques, materials, and applications. Readers will explore diverse methods including Indian ink, pencil, pen, bamboo, and water-soluble graphite, gaining the skills needed to experiment and cultivate their artistic talents.

Each chapter provides a deep dive into specific techniques, offering clear guidance on the materials used and illustrated examples that inspire creativity. Enjoy interesting anecdotes on the origins of various methods, alongside practical tips and tricks that enhance the learning experience. The book also features dedicated sections on black-and-white mixed techniques, showcasing the elegant harmony found in this color palette.

Beyond traditional media, multiple chapters reveal exciting applications on fabrics, glass, and vinyl, broadening the scope of artists' work. VĂ­ctor Escandell masterfully transforms everyday materials like salt and bleach into intriguing tools that elevate art to new expressive heights. With the inclusion of QR codes linking to short videos, readers can engage more deeply with featured techniques.

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CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 196 x 262 mm
Pages: 128
Bind: hardback
Author: Victor Escandell Publisher: Promo Press
Publication Date: 31-01-2019

This richly illustrated new book by Victor Escandell is devoted exclusively to the infinite creative possibilities of drawing and painting in black and white. Traditional and current materials, techniques and applications (Indian ink, pencil, pen, bamboo, water-soluble graphite, different types of felt-tip pens for various supports, grattage) are described clearly so that readers can experiment with what they have learned and develop their creativity with a range of materials. Each chapter deals with a specific technique and contains useful information such as methods used, types of material and illustrated examples, including interesting anecdotes about the origin of the technique, tricks of the trade and references to other classic and contemporary authors. Everything is illustrated with photographs of the final result and images of the process to make sure readers don’t get lost along the way. Different black-and-white mixed techniques are also presented in a specific chapter while the last chapter examines applications beyond paper (textiles, glass, vinyl). Víctor Escandell is also comfortable working with gouache, ink, charcoal, pen and pencil. In his hands, these tools take on a new dimension while everyday products such as salt, bleach and even a hair dryer become essential companions on this adventure. With this book, the apparently simple and limited combination of black and white acquires a new level of expressiveness and drama. It contains QR codes that link to short videos explaining the featured technique.

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