This is an innovative, practical guide to drawing and painting dynamic abstract art. It explains the techniques needed for creative expressionism through to fully abstract paintings. It explores subjects using colour, texture and composition, as well as the moods and emotions they invoke. It reveals unusual colour and texture techniques to create with watercolours, acrylics and oil paints. It presents ten step-by-step projects that highlight the progression from initial inspiration to a finished work.

About the Author
Brian Ryder is an artist and teacher living in North Norfolk. He works in a range of styles and media, including watercolours, oils, acrylics and pastels. Brian teaches painting techniques around the world and contributes regularly to Leisure Painter magazine. His work can be viewed at www.brianryder.org


Book Information
ISBN 9780715338179
Author Brian Ryder
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint David & Charles
Publisher David & Charles
Weight(grams) 520g
Dimensions(mm) 280mm * 211mm * 9mm