Modern Acrylic

We have been so fascinated by works of modern art ever since a semi-brief Gallery Guard stint, here in Fort Worth.

Different types of paint are fascinating as well.

Modern Acrylic offers the seasoned critic as well as the overwhelmed newby the opportunity to know more about employing this medium as a means of self-expression.

The book is well-laid-out in an aesthetic and creative manner. It doesn't speak down to the reader, nor does it hover at an unfathomable level. Perfect.

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The book goes from beginner to advanced techniques. The author explains different techniques such as landscape drawing, observations techniques and more. A very good introductory book about the modern and contemporary acrylic painting

This is the go-to book for anyone interested in painting in acrylics. Not only does the author explore all the supplies and equipment needed, he also gives valuable tips on the use of the acrylic medium. The beautiful photographs throughout also help to clarify the author's teaching points. This is a must have for any novice painter.

An excellent guide to painting lovely lessons beautiful illustrations for anyone interested in learning the art of painting this is the book for you.Would also make a wonderful gift for those who would like to learn how to paint.#Abramsbooks #netgalley

I liked all the ideas Blakely Little included in this book about painting with acrylic colours. The instructions were easy to understand and imitate and I'm sure that everyone can reach good results when following the steps. Even though her style might not be everyone's favourite, I like the colourful scenes out of everyday life.
Especially the book's layout is nice.

I really liked the thorough explanations of techniques in the book. The author provided plenty of step-by-step examples for hobbyists. Might even buy a copy for myself!

With Modern Acrylic, artists, illustrators, art students, and art hobbyists can learn how to use basic painting techniques and concepts to create expressive works of art. You'll learn to paint flowers, animals, patterns, and even how to transfer your hand-lettering skills to paint. This guide offers a lively and creative approach to acrylic paint packed with inspiring exercises and whimsical projects. Foremost a beginner’s guide, Modern Acrylic starts with a brief introduction to the tools you’ll need and continues with explanations of key painting concepts like color mixing and atmospheric perspective. Once you have a handle on the basics, it’s time to create dynamic color palettes, use basic shapes and techniques to render a range of subjects, and practice mark making and textures.

Modern Acrylic is an inspiring and accessible guide to painting everything from expressive landscapes to colorful architectural gems.

This was an easy to follow, step by step book. I liked how it went through everything you would need to know to start painting. Right away when I started this book it made me want to grab a canvas and paints and just dive right in! I've never been great at painting but it's always been a hobby of mine. Any book that can help me better my art, I want to read. I'm so glad I got to read this one! The pictures were a nice bonus as well. I loved that the beginning of each chapter the background was a canvas. If you're interested in either just starting to learn how to paint or sharping your skills, I would suggest this book as a guide!

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Pub Date: 02 Oct 2018

Modern Acrylic is on point when it comes to presenting theory, colors and techniques in a quick and concise manner but in such way that everyone understands.

The projects are a easy to understand and draw too, however I felt like they were too repetitive and that the projects were used too much as examples when presenting the theory. I think it would be more inspiring to showcase more works and ideas, even for beginners.

This is a great book on anyone starting out with acrylic painting, it starts with very basic but much needed information for any painter.
The rest of the book show examples and tutorial on how to paint various subject matter, including coastal, plants, abstract, scenery with perspective and still life to name a few. Each technique builds on the skill set of the painter. The think it is a great beginners book, but then again everyone can get something out of it.

I really like this fresh book on modern abstract acrylic. It's very simple, not intimidating and easy to understand for the beginner acrylic painter. It introduces the basic supplies, techniques, design, color, sketching, perspective and artist tips. The end has clear step by step exercises to complete a few paintings.

I was given a digital copy from the publisher and author in exchange for my honest review.

I’m obsessed with acrylic painting lately. I know that in order to learn and develop my painting skills, I have to deep dive in theory and practice. So for the theory part, I’m devouring books like this one.

So far, each book has a common basic section, but the main teachings or techniques have been unique to the author. And so is the case of this book as well.

Although the basic stuff like color theory and basic materials are extremely similar to those found in other beginner books, the part that matters is completely unique and personal to the author.

I found that the sketching section was particularly helpful for me, as that is an area I have been struggling a little.

Her approach is simple and rough. Since there will be paint all over the sketch anyway, she explains how you only need a base to know where everything goes.

The section about perspective is also really helpful. And although I still remember some basics from art class in high school, having a refresher and current resource is always nice.

And besides the basic information about perspective, you can find numerous examples to go along the information, which is extremely helpful as well.

Although it is to expect from an art book, I love how highly visual it is. Lots of examples and guides that show me where to start, or what to aim for. The book has a lovely layout, easy to follow and pleasing to the eye.

And after all the basic instructions are laid out, you will find even more information in the step by step tutorials on how to recreate some of her paintings. All of them fairly simple. I would consider them to be nice exercises to practice the techniques presented in the book. Which will help to become comfortable with brush strokes, sketching your base, getting the right shapes and the right proportions, etc.

All the tutorials and exercises are so simple, that they are not intimidating at all to the novice painter.

This book is a great resource for any novice wanting to start painting acrylic. The simple techniques and basic painting tutorials are a great place to start, as they don’t look complicated at all, and very beginner friendly.