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The Sketch Workshop is 3DTotal Publishing's answer to the question "Why can't I draw like that?" Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it's a fun and innovative way for people of all ages to find the inspiration to pick up a pencil and draw. It is different from our other books in that it is 50 percent a workbook in which you draw and 50 percent a project guide with instructional text and reference images for drawing characters. Created by a number of top industry artists who share their tips and tricks and help you grasp the fundamental elements needed to craft beautiful sketches. Product details Format Spiral bound | 56 pages Dimensions ...

The Sketch Workshop is 3DTotal Publishing's answer to the question "Why can't I draw like that?" Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it's a fun and innovative way for people of all ages to find the inspiration to pick up a pencil and draw. It is different to our other books in that it is 50 percent a workbook in which you draw and 50 percent a project guide with instructional text and reference images for drawing anatomy. Created by a number of top industry artists who share their tips and tricks and help you grasp the fundamental elements needed to craft beautiful sketches. Product details Format Spiral bound | 56 pages Dimensions ...

The Sketch Workshop is 3DTotal Publishing's answer to the question "Why can't I draw like that?" Designed for beginners and hobbyists, it's a fun and innovative way for people of all ages to find the inspiration to pick up a pencil and draw. It is different to our other books in that it is 50 percent a workbook in which you draw and 50 percent a project guide with instructional text and reference images for drawing anatomy. Created by a number of top industry artists who share their tips and tricks and help you grasp the fundamental elements needed to craft beautiful sketches. Product details Format Spiral bound | 56 pages Dimensions ...

Prime showcases the pinnacle of digital artistic achievement in a definitive collection of twenty-first century CG artwork. This unique set of five books comes in a single slipcase, with each book devoted to a classic gallery theme--sci-fi, character, cartoon, fantasy, or scenes--and featuring stunning artwork from some of the industry's greatest artists. Never before has a collection of this magnitude been released. Prime boasts over four hundred world-class pieces in one easily accessible set. Whatever your artistic taste, the tantalizing mix of images in Prime is guaranteed to capture your imagination and provide a timeless source of inspiration. Product details Format Paperback | 400 pages ...

The successful Digital Painting Techniques series celebrates its fourth year by offering another volume chocked full of advice, tips and techniques for digital artists. Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 4 continues the tradition established by its predecessors by exploring a variety of painting subjects and styles with some of the most talented artists in the industry. These include veterans like Ian McQue, a driving force behind the Grand Theft Auto franchise, who looks at vehicle design from concept through to completion; Serge Birault, who shares the secrets behind his amazing pin-up style and Simon Dominic Brewer, who covers the art of fairy tale illustration. So whether you re looking to learn more about these subjects, want to know how to create new worlds and design customs brushes, or simply wish to experiment with painting tribal warriors and comic art, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 4 will serve as an invaluable tool in your artistic arsenal. ...

A broad understanding of the fundamental concepts, conventions, and theories of art is essential when it comes to producing a successful piece of work. Art Fundamentals addresses key basic subjects such as color and light, composition, perspective and depth, anatomy, and portraying emotions in a series of insightful chapters. Find out about color relationships and how to choose colors that work well together. Learn about the Rule of Thirds, Rule of Odds, Golden Triangle, and Divine Proportions, all of which are key when it comes to creating a realistic and dynamic composition. Discover the power of storytelling in an image and how the slightest tilt of an eyebrow can transform happiness into anger. Written by some of the most experienced artists in the games and film industries, including Gilles Beloeil (Assassin's Creed series) and Andrei Riabovitchev (Prometheus and X-Men: First Class), this title gives newcomers the tools they need to get them started on their artistic journey a...

The classic Digital Art Masters series returns with another volume chocked full of brilliant digital art, image breakdown tutorials and unique, never-before-seen images. Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 is not your typical digital art gallery book. While it does showcase stunning work from 50 of the best international artists, it also includes detailed tutorials explaining how each image was created. Each artist offers insight into their workflow and the methods they employ when it comes to creating a professional piece, from the early concept stage through to the final product. In addition, this year s volume boasts a selection of unique, never-before-seen images for your viewing pleasure. If you re looking to be inspired and learn something at the same time then Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 ticks all of the boxes. A source of inspiration for artists of all levels, Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 features 50 artists and showcases over 750 stunning color images in five sections: Sci-fi, Sc...

The successful Digital Painting Techniques series celebrates its fourth year by offering another volume chocked full of advice, tips and techniques for digital artists. Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 4 continues the tradition established by its predecessors by exploring a variety of painting subjects and styles with some of the most talented artists in the industry. These include veterans like Ian McQue, a driving force behind the Grand Theft Auto franchise, who looks at vehicle design from concept through to completion; Serge Birault, who shares the secrets behind his amazing pin-up style and Simon Dominic Brewer, who covers the art of fairy tale illustration. So whether you re looking to learn more about these subjects, want to know how to create new worlds and design customs brushes, or simply wish to experiment with painting tribal warriors and comic art, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 4 will serve as an invaluable tool in your artistic arsenal. ...

Brush up on the latest digital painting techniques with the fifth volume in this essential series for any digital artist. Celebrating its fifth year, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 5 continues to present the latest digital painting trends and techniques, courtesy of industry experts including Brian Sum (Mass Effect series), Shaddy Safadi (Uncharted: Drake s Fortune) and Levi Hopkins (Guild Wars series). This year s volume features such diverse topics as weapon design, cartoon characters, creatures from mythology and battle scenes, as well as looking at concepting using basic shapes, speed painting cinematic mood shots, and painting and aging materials. A worthy addition to a ground-breaking series, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 5 is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to surround themselves with the latest inspiring artwork while benefitting from the invaluable advice on offer. Product details ...

Beginner's Guide to Digital Painting: Characters is a comprehensive guide for artists wishing to create convincing and detailed characters. It features established artists such as Charlie Bowater (concept artist at Atomhawk) and Derek Stenning (freelance concept artist and illustrator, with clients such as Marvel Entertainment and Nintendo) who share their industry experiences by covering such aspects as posing characters, choosing the correct costumes, conveying emotions, and creating suitable moods. Conclusive step-by-step instructions make this an invaluable resource for artists looking to learn new skills, as well as those pursuing the next level. Product details Format Paperback | 240 pages ...

The classic Digital Art Masters series returns with another volume chocked full of brilliant digital art, image breakdown tutorials and unique, never-before-seen images. Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 is not your typical digital art gallery book. While it does showcase stunning work from 50 of the best international artists, it also includes detailed tutorials explaining how each image was created. Each artist offers insight into their workflow and the methods they employ when it comes to creating a professional piece, from the early concept stage through to the final product. In addition, this year s volume boasts a selection of unique, never-before-seen images for your viewing pleasure. If you re looking to be inspired and learn something at the same time then Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 ticks all of the boxes. A source of inspiration for artists of all levels, Digital Art Masters: Volume 8 features 50 artists and showcases over 750 stunning color images in five sections: Sci-fi, Sc...

Prime showcases the pinnacle of digital artistic achievement in a definitive collection of twenty-first century CG artwork. This unique set of five books comes in a single slipcase, with each book devoted to a classic gallery theme--sci-fi, character, cartoon, fantasy, or scenes--and featuring stunning artwork from some of the industry's greatest artists. Never before has a collection of this magnitude been released. Prime boasts over four hundred world-class pieces in one easily accessible set. Whatever your artistic taste, the tantalizing mix of images in Prime is guaranteed to capture your imagination and provide a timeless source of inspiration. Product details Format Paperback | 400 pages ...

Brush up on the latest digital painting techniques with the fifth volume in this essential series for any digital artist. Celebrating its fifth year, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 5 continues to present the latest digital painting trends and techniques, courtesy of industry experts including Brian Sum (Mass Effect series), Shaddy Safadi (Uncharted: Drake s Fortune) and Levi Hopkins (Guild Wars series). This year s volume features such diverse topics as weapon design, cartoon characters, creatures from mythology and battle scenes, as well as looking at concepting using basic shapes, speed painting cinematic mood shots, and painting and aging materials. A worthy addition to a ground-breaking series, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 5 is an indispensable resource for anyone who wants to surround themselves with the latest inspiring artwork while benefitting from the invaluable advice on offer. Product details ...