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Author:

Holmes, Marc Taro, author.

Title:

The urban sketcher : techniques for seeing and drawing on location / by Marc Taro Holmes.

Publisher:

North Light Books,

Copyright Date:

2014

Description:

142 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.

Subject:

Cities and towns in art.
City and town life in art.
Drawing--Technique.

Notes:

Includes index.

Contents:

Graphite: draw everything you see -- Pen & ink: expressive lines, powerful contrast -- Watercolor: bring sketches to life with color.

Summary:

"Experience life as only an artist can! Join the rapidly growing, international movement of artists united by a passion for drawing on location in the cities, towns, and villages where they live and travel. Packed with art and advice from Marc aro Holmes [...], this self-directed workshop shows you how to draw inspiration from real life and bring that same excitement into your sketchbook. Inside you'll find everything you need to tackle subjects ranging from still lifes and architecture to people and busy street scenes." - Back cover.

ISBN:

1440334714
9781440334719

LCCN:

bl2014045904

Locations:

TOPB062 -- Blairstown Public Library (Blairstown)

BAPH771 -- Des Moines Public Library (Des Moines)

SPPE104 -- Independence Public Library (Independence)

CAPH522 -- Iowa City Public Library (Iowa City)