The Everything Art Handbook A comprehensive guide to more than 100 art techniques and tools of the

<B>Covering more than 100 techniques and mediums for drawing, painting, and mixed media, <I>The Everything Art Handbook</I> is an all-inclusive, go-to resource for artists of all skill levels.</B><BR/><BR/> A refreshing, <B>accessible compendium of art materials and techniques</B>, <I>The Everything Art Handbook</I> is the perfect all-inclusive resource for beginning artists wanting to experiment and play with a variety of art mediums and techniques.<BR/><BR/><I>The Everything Art Handbook</I> is divided into sections focusing on different types of mediums and art concepts. Each section includes a basic overview of the topic, instructions for selecting and working with the right tools and materials, <B>step-by-step sample artwork</B>, and helpful sidebars with <B>advice from professional artists</B>.<BR/><BR/> Expand and refresh your artistic skills with these and more topics:<BR/>   <ul><li><B>Getting started</B>, including how to set up a studio and where to find inspiration </li><li><B>Art fundamentals</B>, such as value and light, perspective, and composition </li><li><B>Color basics</B>, including complementary colors, primaries, secondaries, and neutrals </li><li><B>Drawing techniques</B> for working with graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, pastel, pen and ink, and more </li><li><B>Painting techniques</B> for working with oil, acrylic, and watercolor </li><li><B>Mixed media tools and techniques</B>, including stamping, encaustics, and textures </li></ul><BR/> Using clear, informative explanations for achieving the best results, <I>The Everything Art Handbook</I> is an approachable reference guide for contemporary artists of any skill level.