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.