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How to Draw from Photographs
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How to Draw from Photographs

by Diane Cardaci
March 2010
Beginner content levelBeginner
64 pages
3h 35m
English
Walter Foster
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Contents

Introduction

Tools and Materials

Camera Equipment

Taking the Photo

Fixing Distortion

Understanding Lighting

Approaching the Drawing

Composition Basics

Drawing Techniques

Developing Style

Staging a Composition

Contrasting Values for Effect

Showcasing Light Subjects

Using a Grid as a Guide

Working from Nature

Creating a Softer Feel

Tricking the Eye

Understanding the Subject’s Context

Applying Linear Perspective

Achieving Depth

Selecting the Best Format

Bringing It All Together

A Note of Encouragement

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9781600581717