Vibrant Acrylics

Be prepared for an exciting, vibrant and different approach to using acrylics. With infectious energy and enthusiasm, Hashim Akib shows how acrylics can be used in unusual, surprising ways to create beautiful paintings full of life, atmosphere and colour. Step-by-step demonstrations, exercises and expert advice illustrate his simple, yet effective techniques and there are many inspiring examples of what can be achieved. This extensive book details step-by-step projects that include urban landscapes, pet portraits and abstracts. Neither beginners nor more experienced artists will want to be without this book.

A vibrant introduction to producing colourful pictures in acrylics
Basic techniques covered through clear step-by-step instructions and photographs
Six inspiring projects and examples of the author’s work throughout

Book Contents

Introduction 6
Acrylics 8
What makes a good painting? 10
Materials 14
The importance of drawing 20
Starting off 26
Dramatic composition 44
Tone and colour 48
Building up your skills 52

STILL LIFE 56
Step-by-step project: Antiques and Tennis Ball 58

ANIMALS 68
Step-by-step project: Benny 70

LANDSCAPES 78
Step-by-step project: Woodland Light 80

PORTRAITS 88
Step-by-step project: Hard Life 90

CROWDS 96
Step-by-step project: Brick Lane Sun 98

BUILDINGS 106
Step-by-step project: Rush Hour 108

ABSTRACTS 118
Step-by-step project: Light Tracks 120

Index 128