The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book (Quarto Book)

The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book (Quarto Book)
by Gary A. Lippincott

The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book (Quarto Book)
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Author: Gary A. Lippincott
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-02-01
ISBN: 0764135740
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
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Book Review: A Fine Book for the Young Artist
Summary: 5 Stars

This is a light-hearted, profusely illustrated book on the making of fantasy art, with a nice gallery of other artist's works in the back.
It is, though, not necessarily a book for present illustrators looking to get into the fantasy market; it is really more for a young person just starting out. Artists who are further along with fundamental skills in drawing and painting would benefit more from John Howe Fantasy Art Workshop, a more in-depth and less elementary approach. But for lovers of fantasy art, either book is a pleasure to see.

Summary of The Fantasy Illustrator's Technique Book (Quarto Book)

Here is a heavily illustrated, highly detailed instruction manual for art students seeking professional entry in the fantasy art field. The author guides students from conception of an art idea to publication of the finished work, emphasizing methods for creating magical, mythical, and monstrous characters who inhabit worlds of fantasy and wonder. He starts with practical considerations--setting up a workspace and mastering drawing media, painting media, and digital techniques. Next comes advice on visualizing the details in a story concept, with special attention to. . .

  • Costumes, landscapes, and interiors
  • Subjects taken from history and well-known legends
  • Methods of depicting nature that enhance a fantasy atmosphere
  • Creating visually convincing human, animal, and extraterrestrial characters

    How-to chapters instruct in the details of drawing convincing scenes and characters, using color to create atmosphere, and depicting special effects such as fog and dramatic lighting. A final chapter advises beginning artists on how to promote their work, get to know the fantasy art marketplace, establish contact with art directors and editors, and develop a flourishing career. More than 350 color illustrations.

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