Table Of ContentIntroduction 1. Painting Equipment 2. Analysis of Wave Action 3. Composition 4. Planning the Picture 5. Color Mixing--The Ballinger Palette 6. Painting the Picture 7. Painting Skies 8. Painting Surf on a Rocky Shore 9. Painting Surf on a Sandy Beach 10. Open Sea Painting 11. The Sea by Night and Day 12. Some Practice Subjects In Conclusion
SynopsisProfusely illustrated and easy to follow, this book combines basics of composition and color mixing with simple methods for painting ocean waves and shores. 12 color and 85 black-and-white illustrations., Painters of every caliber can create realistic seascapes with this profusely illustrated, easy-to-follow guide. Written by an award-winning artist and teacher, the book combines the basics of composition and color mixing with simple methods for painting surf, sea, skies, sand, waves, and rocky shores. 12 color and 85 black-and-white illustrations., An award-winning artist and teacher shows how to recapture the beauty and majesty of the sea in this simply written yet authoritative book. Seasoned artists and beginners alike will appreciate its profusely illustrated guidelines, which offer not only step-by-step instructions on depicting seascapes, but also many tips on picture-making in general. Artist Harry R. Ballinger shares insights from his decades of experience with marine painting, clearly explaining the principles on which the sea and surf operate. He combines the basics of composition and color mixing with easy methods for painting surf, sea, skies, sandy beaches, waves, and rocky shores. He also offers invaluable suggestions for choosing everything from the right brush and paint to the appropriate practice subjects. Twelve color and 85 black-and-white illustrations enhance the text.