Plaster bust

Author: Wei Kai
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Sketching is the foundation of all plastic arts and a fundamental skill in painting. Based on the needs of in society, we have compiled this series of introductory sketching techniques textbooks. The aim is to deepen learners' understanding of objective objects through the training of this series, enabling them to move beyond the general surface impressions of objective objects and delve into the study of their internal structures and artistic essence. This series consists of five volumes: 《Geometric Forms》, 《Sketching Still Life》, 《Plaster Portraits》, 《Character Portraits》, and 《Character Sketches》. 《Plaster Portraits》 serves as an introductory training for the next step, 《Character Portraits》, focusing on helping beginners master the proportions of the human head and facial features. It progresses from easy to difficult, smoothly transitioning from static plaster portraits to dynamic character portraits, gradually improving learners' sketching skills. The authors of this series are all professional art teachers from major universities in Xi'an with rich teaching experience. The textbooks feature concise text, detailed illustrations, and excellent sample paintings with commentary, providing a complete process for training in sketching techniques from beginner to advanced levels. This series is highly suitable for art majors and art enthusiasts, and we hope everyone will enjoy this series.