Acrylics Unleashed

by Glyn Macey

Overview

Glyn Maceys irrepressible energy and imagination shows through in every part of his work; and in this book he shares his painting techniques and methods with you. Learn to use your acrylic paints in unusual, creative and surprising ways to create open, inviting landscapes, breathtaking seascapes and urban scenes packed with life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781844487967
Publisher:	Search Press
Publication date:	04/01/2013
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Glyn Macey can often be found roaming the harbours, moorlands and coast of his native Cornwall, sketchbook in hand, recording the details of daily life and history. Such sketches are in turn used as the basis for his studio paintings. Using acrylic, mixed media and an array of mark-making techniques he endeavours to capture the underlying essence of the landscape, and the people who live in it. Glyn uses acrylics, pencil and collage to gain the spontaneity of his work and the happy accidents that he loves. He believes that the unexpected unity of colour and texture in mixed media can often create the most exciting results.

Table of Contents

Nine atmospheric step-by-step projects
Dynamic, imaginative techniques
Learn composition, colour mixing and how to find inspiration

Editorial Reviews

"With such a unique approach there is always a danger that step-by-step projects will lead to slavish emulation, but the ones here really do give you a chance to put all Glyn's ideas into your own practice." —The Artist (January 2013)

"Glyn is remarkably good at explaining what he does and why he does it. There are demonstrations here and, although they ought to feel stilted, they're actually as fresh and inspiring as the man himself." —Paint (January 2013)

From the Publisher

Macey, who strives for freedom in his work and is inspired by a more childlike approach to making art, is a bit of an evangelist for this particular medium, citing primarily acrylics' versatility in his argument for its superiority over watercolor or oil paint. The guide includes sections on materials, color, technique, composition, getting started, and projects. The technique section is quite thorough and offers tips for combining acrylic paints with collage, found materials, and text. There are plenty of step-by-step projects for the reader to try. VERDICT Many creative readers will find this forgiving medium and open-ended guide appealing.

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