Recently received this book and I am very pleased. It is jam- packed with great tips and beautiful demo photos from outstanding artists...in most every medium. Take a look at that gorgeous cover!!! You will find this book very useful and an enjoyment to page through. It is full of lessons and inspiration to get you back on the right track if you fall off that track. There is something in it for every artist, from beginner to experienced and professional. There is Still Life, Plein air and Studio Landscapes.Wildlife, Portraits and Figures...etc... You can go to the next level with this book,..learn how to paint a convincing landscape, and read how wildlife artists help to inspire the conservation of nature and how they work, and you need not be afraid to try portrait and figure work with the tips in this book. You'll learn what the right materials and tools are best in order to do your best work. The best materials really do make a difference!! The best supports/paper/board, varnishing an oil painting, glass, brushes, pastels, colors, underpainting, grounds to use,,,,etc..etc....it just goes on and on. There are also Art Business Tips included in the book. How to write an Artist's Bio and an Artist's Statement. Also Social Media Tips for Artists. There is a beautifully written foreword by Kristin Hoerth, editor in chief, Southwest Art magazine. You'll want to read the introduction written by Lori McNee. Read more
I loved Lori McNee's book. I even did a personal challenge using the tips and demonstrations to improve my skills as an artist. Would highly recommend. Read more
Great book! I keep it on my coffee table and thumb through it often. Any artist would enjoy owning this book. Read more
I was looking forward to getting this book, expecting it to be informative and a book to be used on a regular basis. It far exceeded my expectations and is absolutely beautiful, filled with artwork and tips from a number of amazing artists, including Lori McNee, the author. She has such a knack for instructing and made this book one that goes into my list of favorite art books. Read more
MY GIRLFRIEND, ROMONA, IS ONE OF THE ARTIST FEATURED IN THIS BOOK OF LOR'S. SHE IS AN AMAZING WARM PERSON WHO IS DOWN TO EARTH. YOU COULDN'T ASK FOR A BETTER FRIEND IN THAT SHE REALLY CARES. SHE ALSO HAS A SPECIAL PLACE IN HER HEART FOR ANIMALS IN NEED, RESPECTING THE LOVE OF ALL BY HELPING THEM. ROMONA IS A GIFTED ARTIST, WHO DISPLAYS AN INCREDIBLE ATMOSPHERIC QUALITY TO ALL HER PAINTINGS. ANYONE WHO HAS VIEWED HER WORK WILL BE REWARDED BY HER GIFT. Read more
Buy the physical book and add it to your collection. It's well written, well designed and full of all sorts of great nuggets. This book features artistic influencers who are leading the modern art world. I follow Lori's work via Twitter and her blog, she has created an awesome movement around her passionate for art. Lori's book is a culmination of years of hard work and she is truly a key influencer in the art community. Read more
I liked this book and would recommend it as a reference text for those persons wanting to improve on their techniques, or attempt a new one. Read more
pretty useful book even for advanced painters, not so fond of the layout, sort of cluttered but has good info. and some interesting methods... Read more
