Capturing the Essence: Techniques for Bird Artists
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In this stunningly beautiful book, bird artist William T. Cooper explores and demonstrates all aspects of drawing and painting birds. Renowned for his gorgeous and accurate wildlife renderings, Cooper here explains in detail how to create a true impression of a bird’s appearance. The author describes his own experiences among birds in the wild, discusses bird anatomy, and lays out the essential principles of realistic painting. He guides both seasoned artists and enthusiastic beginners through all the techniques and processes involved in depicting birds anywhere in the world.
In the first part of the book, Cooper covers materials, bird anatomy, methods of working from captive birds (in zoos, for example), and methods for working in the field. He places special emphasis on the artist’s understanding of the subject and how this knowledge can be transformed into drawings and paintings. The second part of the book deals with watercolors, acrylics, and oil paints, explaining for each medium the step-by-step processes leading from beginning sketches to finished work.
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joen –
This book, though not as good as Law’s book for anyone who wants to learn to draw and paint birds, is a fine suppliment to his book and worth having if one can afford the price. The weakness of this book is it does not go into the same level of detail as Law but it does cover some aspects lacking in Law’s book. The aspiring artist may wish to review the book on his own to determine if he will find it useful.
ben green –
this is a beautiful book that takes a close up view of one of australia’s greatest wildlife artists, showing his techniques and approach to the subjects he paints. his knowledge is highlighted by many sketchbook pages and some interesting “step by step” pictorial essays that show his process. the book also contains an examination of bird anatomy, with helpful methods of conveying it accurately, background studies and a general explanation of different media and ways of using it. throughout the book, examples of his finished works complement the instructive text. joy.
Howard Coneybeare –
This is a great little book. Not only is Cooper’s art wonderful to study and enjoy, the artist includes a lot of advice for artists based on his personal experience and study. And it’s very readable, and readable for the non-artist too. I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in birds and bird art.
Chrisart –
A truly great artist. This little book is a gem with beautiful paintings, sketches and demonstrations. Sadly William T Cooper is no longer with us but he has left a legacy of wonderful bird paintings. A book well worth having if you are a wildlife artist or someone who just likes looking at great bird art!
Susan E. Hoffman –
This book is very helpful for anyone interested in learning how to draw or paint birds. It has some very helpful info and diagrams – I especially liked the comparison of the avian and human skeletons, as it helps you put into perspective the various parts of the birds. The diagrams of feathers and feather patterns were also very helpful, and the paintings are terrific. Note that most of the birds shown are Australian birds, which actually made it sort of fun for this USA artist.
Peter –
A great book for wildlife painters or those just interested in the art itself. This was listed, brand new, at a quarter of the price elsewhere. Always a pleasure to buy from The Book Depository.