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On Drawing Trees and Nature: A Classic Victorian Manual (Dover Books on Art Instruction)
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 741.23
EAN: 9780486442938
ISBN: 0486442934
Label: Dover Publications
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 160
Publication Date: August 04, 2005
Publisher: Dover Publications
Studio: Dover Publications
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Editorial Review:
Generations of students have benefited from the teachings of this 19th-century master, whose sketches of vignettes from natural settings are accompanied by a series of lessons emphasizing both practical and theoretical considerations. This edition features the added attraction of 23 outstanding plates from the author's Lessons on Trees.
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Rating:  - Learning from a MASTER!
I have been a professional artist for decades doing a wide variety of work in graphics, painting, and in the television and motion picture art departments....but as we all know, there is always something new to learn. This book, if one looks closely enough at the creation of the works, and even if one simply enjoys looking at the whole picture, is so inspiring! The "great ones" in ANY field, the arts, sports, etc., all know it's still all about the basics at all stages of your career, and a lot ... Read More
Rating:  - Treasure for Drawing
It is quite amazing how much art has changed but remains the same. This is quite a treasure on style and technique for a serious student of art. If you've ever found yourself scratching your head at how nature should look in a drawing, this book is a terrific reference. Because it was written so very long ago, the language is charming, but difficult to follow at times. For this reason, I took one star away. But with careful consideration, you will learn a whole lot from this "manual" on the Victorian ... Read More
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