{"title":"Adele Wagstaff","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdele Wagstaff\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful and practical guides for artists seeking to deepen their understanding of techniques and form. Her work, such as \u003cem\u003ePainting the Nude in Oils\u003c\/em\u003e, explores the nuances of capturing the human figure with confidence and skill, blending technical instruction with artistic inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect clear, engaging texts that celebrate the art of painting, focusing on traditional methods while encouraging personal expression. Wagstaff’s books serve as valuable companions for both aspiring and experienced artists interested in refining their craft within the broader landscape of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"painting-the-nude-in-oils-by-adele-wagstaff-9781847979056","title":"Painting the Nude in Oils","description":"The nude has inspired artists for centuries and continues to inspire us today. Alongside a historical study of the nude in painting, this book introduces oil paint and gives advice on techniques when using this challenging and rewarding medium. Capturing the beauty of form and the delicate colours of the figure, it celebrates the powerful images that examine human relationships, personality and psychology.  Topics covered include:  .  A review of the importance and contribution of the nude in painting .  Instruction on materials, the colour palette and stretching your own canvas .  Advice on the practicalities of working with a model in the studio .  Colour-mixing exercises to explore colour relationships and temperature .  Step-by-step examples that demonstrate the progression of a painting  AUTHOR: Adele Wagstaff is a practising artist who divides her time between the studio and teaching painting courses. When painting she is concerned with the portrayal of the tranquil and contemplative qualities of still life arrangements, a process which veers on the meditative. Her work is held in collections across the UK and is exhibited regularly.  SELLING POINTS: .  A beautiful and essential guide to painting the nude in oils .  Aimed at oil painters including beginners, more experienced, untutored groups, individual artists and art historians .  Gives a review of the importance and contribution of the nude in painting .  Instruction and advice is given on colour-mixing exercises, materials, the colour palette and the practicalities of working with a model in the studio .  Adele Wagstaff is a practising artist who divides her time between the studio and teaching painting courses","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47900497805548,"sku":"9781847979056","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}]}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/adele-wagstaff.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}