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| Brushwork Essentials | 
 enlarge | Author: Mark Christopher Weber
Publisher: North Light Books
Category: Book
List Price: $28.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (19 reviews)
Sales Rank: 31472
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 144
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 11 x 8.6 x 0.8
ISBN: 1581801688
Dewey Decimal Number: 751.4
UPC: 035313319181
EAN: 9781581801682
ASIN: 1581801688
Publication Date: June 1, 2002
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| Customer Reviews:
 Rare information about brush work. April 11, 2007
6 out of 12 found this review helpful
There are few, if any, books describing brush work for painters so it was helpful to get some instruction. It seems so simple but the use of different brushes as well as brush strokes is essential.
As helpful as a class February 19, 2007
8 out of 14 found this review helpful
I am a new oil-painter and have found that this book is an invaluable source to have as a reference. The easy to read instructions and beauful photo's of paintings make this pretty goof proof and encourages one to try new techniques and brushes.
A must have for your library January 24, 2007
8 out of 13 found this review helpful
I have a huge library of art books. This is one I particularlly appreciated because it is a topic that is not covered in art classes. The only class that might come close would be calligraphy or Sumi-e.
Don't Brush This Off January 1, 2007
9 out of 14 found this review helpful
Mark Christopher Weber, artist and author, in his "Brushwork Essentials" provides the beginner with generous amount of information and examples related to the use of the brush. He covers:
Types of brushes and what they were designed to do
Choosing and purchasing a brush
Choosing and shaping a brush for use
Mixing paint with a brush
What consistency of paint to use with a brush to get the desired effect
The mechanics of using a brush and results
Wet on wet painting and blending
Caring for the brush
And, putting it all of the essentials together for landscapes, figures, and still life.
This is a great step-by-step book for the beginner or for those who need a refresher on the use and care of the brush.
Great stuff not found elsewhere December 24, 2006
6 out of 10 found this review helpful
This is an outstanding book for those who are trying to learn to paint. I've come to this hobby in middle age, and I've struggled to find high-quality instruction on the mechanics of the craft. Weber shares his secrets and knowledge generously, and I find myself reaching for this book again and again.
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