Acrylic Revolution New Tricks and Techniques for Working with the World's Most Versatile Medium

by Reyner, Nancy

• ISBN13: 9781581808049
• ISBN10: 1581808046
• eBook ISBN(s): 9781440329821
• Format: Spiral Bound
• Copyright: 2007-03-30
• Publisher: North Light Books
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Summary

* Manufacturers see acrylic paint as the most versatile paint with the most growth potential and are putting marketing and product development dollars behind their products to help educate readers on the benefits of this paint--there are currently over 225 different types of acrylic paints* The first book to address the most popular applications of acrylics and the accompanying mediums* With 101 tricks and techniques there is literally something for everyone-from artists, to crafters, to weekend enthusiasts, to students of all levels* Features a contemporary design that reflects the applications and current trends surrounding the mediumAcrylic Revolution will show readers everything they need to know to be successful in their acrylic painting projects. With over 101 of the most popular, interesting, and indispensable tricks for working with acrylic-each with its own step-by-step demonstration-there is literally page after page of acrylic instruction and inspiration for readers to discover. A gallery of finished art at the back of the book will show readers how to combine different tricks to use in their artwork offering them real-life applications for acrylic techniques.

Author Biography

Nancy Reyner has been a technical consultant and professional instructor for Golden Artist Colors, Inc. for the past 8 years, teaching artists techniques and tricks with acrylic paints. Nancy has had numerous exhibitions both nationally and internationally. While living in New York City she created costumes and sets for Broadway and off-Broadway theater and film (including a Madonna film), coordinated public arts programs for New York State, and directed and performed with the Ragabash Puppet Theater. Nancy was selected for a two-year painting and drawing residency for the City of Phoenix, and is now a Santa Fe, NM resident, where she has lived for the past 15 years.