Cities can be a rich source of artistic inspiration. In three simple sections, this miniguide by Hennessy (Cultivating Your Creative Life) looks at many aspects of drawing and painting the urban environment, such as perspective, architectural rendering, sketching the human figure in motion, incorporating natural elements, including parks and gardens, and portraying the artificial light of night scenes. A chapter on basics is followed by one on buildings and architecture; the final segment addresses capturing the dynamism of the city. Step-by-step exercises, technique tips, and short studies of the style of European and American master artists are supplied throughout. The author takes a freehand approach to perspective drawing that lends itself well to sketching on location. A variety of sketching and painting media are explored and the representation of various weather conditions is discussed. VERDICT Longtime city dwellers, urban newcomers, and occasional city visitors alike can use this guide to jump start their urban artistry.
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