Download or read book Masterful Color written by Arlene Steinberg and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2008-02-25 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vibrant Colored Pencil Paintings Layer by Layer Masterful Color will redefine the way you think about colored pencils. By employing such classic techniques as tonal underpainting, chiaroscuro and color layering, you will achieve a depth and intensity of color that rivals the celebrated paintings of the Old Masters. 15 step-by-step demonstrations teach a classic approach to color, value and composition features a gorgeous range of subject matter, from luscious fruits and flowers to shimmering porcelain, crystal, silver, glass and more all the lessons come together in a grand, start-to-finish painting demonstration, from initial concept to final touches. Ideal for artists at any stage of their colored pencil journey and applicable to any subject matter, Masterful Color is the key to creating glowing paintings that stand the test of time.