How to Improve Your Artwork

Every so often I feel the need to go back to the basics and remind myself of time-tested structure that works for paintings and why it works. And when that happens there are two books that I treasure over all others and which I have continued to refer to over the years. They are not big books, but hold weighty, dare I say, pithy, answers to questions I did not know to ask. The first one is "Complete Guide to Watercolour Painting" by Edgar A. Whitney, Dover Press. 0-486-41742-5. It is not such an easy read. It has great illustrations, but in black and white, examples and explanations, which require looking at and rereading multiple times. It can continue to be referred to and its wisdom can be garnered even more as I grow and experience making art. My understanding of what has been written increases, as does my appreciation. It is as relevant to traditional representation painting as it is to abstract or any modern work . It also grows in influence over my work as time goes by, always for the good the the art works. In fact, Whitney and his writings were instrumental in the success of many of the most recognized and well respected artists in the United States today. Also his teachings have sparked books by his students, who without a qualm, tout the teachings of Whitney and his genius. The second book, "Composition" by J.M. Parramon, HP Books 0-8958-084-8 is a clear step-by-step book which is easy to follow and has very clear explanations and illustrations. It guides the reader through the mysteries of composition: unity and diversity, then from theory to practice and ends with landscape guidelines. The writing is succinct and sparse and it allows the pictures to speak their thousand words. Its simplicity is its strength. Therefore, if you feel you have the wherewithal to learn from the printed word and by looking at the illustrations in the books you garner knowledge, these two foregoing books are the tops.

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