Of Strokes & Shades: The secrets of digital art by Laura H. Rubin (Art of)

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With many of her subjects rendered in hyper realistic style, wearing a second skin of black paint or dark-florals, Laura Rubin’s art is unmistakeable. 

To tell the story behind her art, Laura begins the book by sharing her journey from art student to professional artist, providing encouragement for budding pros and enthusiasts alike. Laura also talks about what inspires her, with mythology and psychology being just two subjects that feed into her emotion-infused work. The reader is then invited behind the scenes to watch the artist at work in her studio, located in her hometown of Thun, Switzerland. 

Laura’s portraiture sketchbook is opened to reveal simple drawings and recent studies made as the early stages of future paintings. Throughout these sections are artworks from past and present. In addition, there is brand new art by Laura, created exclusively for this book. 

Finally, the reader is led through detailed, step-by-step tutorials demonstrating the artist’s workflow and the key fundamentals of portraiture (pose, light, and composition). From using reference models, and expert tips for working in Procreate, to sketching, coloring, and advancing the portrait from realism to hyperrealism, the process is explained from start to finish.

From the Publisher

About this book
Be surprised, charmed, and intrigued by the unique work of Feefal, whose following enjoy her surreal yet utterly believable creations. In this book, she guides us through classic pieces, never-before-seen works, and specially commissioned tutorials. Guweiz leads you through his urban fantasy world with a portfolio packed with gritty detail and a surreal vibe. He also guides you through tutorials, including a lesson in how to add narrative and intrigue to your own work. Through her career, Loish has become known for her instantly recognizable style. In this book, she deep dives into the various aspects of her art that combine to produce this style, plus helps readers identify and nurture their own individual style. Cosmic Spectrum has filled this book with her popular vintage, dark-academia style work and the story of her art career so far. Readers will discover insights into her work-flow and advice on creating characters and scenes infused with storytelling.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ 3DTotal Publishing (April 25, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 152 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1912843609
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1912843602
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.15 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.75 x 12 inches