Painting Portraits in Acrylics - Hashim Akib

Painting Portraits in Acrylics by Hashim Akib is a practical guide to contemporary portraiture. This paperback edition presents an accessible, step-by-step approach designed to build skills from the basics.

Key details

• Author: Hashim Akib
• Subtitle: A practical guide to contemporary portraiture
• Format: Paperback
• Extent: 144 pages
• Publisher: Search Press
• Publication date: 19 July 2019

Synopsis

Centred on Hashim Akib’s own portraits, this guide sets out a clear route into contemporary portrait painting, assuming no prior knowledge and beginning with core principles. Six step-by-step projects provide a structured way to practise, supported by detailed guidance on colour palettes, skin tone, composition, markmaking, lighting and atmosphere, as well as working from photographs and models.

A range of approaches is covered, from self-portraits to full-length studies, all presented in a distinctive contemporary style. Suitable for enthusiastic beginners, hobby artists and aspiring professionals looking for practical instruction.

Further details

• Illustrations: 400 colour illustrations
• ISBN: 9781782215813
• Dimensions: 216 x 280 x 10 mm

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