Watler Foster Oil Horses

With flowing manes and tails; dark, mysterious eyes; and shaggy or burnished coats, horses have always been a popular artistic subject. In Horses, acclaimed artist Cindy Larimore invites you into her artistic world so that you can learn how to re-create portraits of these beautiful, majestic, and graceful creatures in oil. First you will acquire a working knowledge of basic horse anatomy. Then you will follow step-by-step procedures that will allow you to paint horses in oil, from details of various features to full-body representations. You®ll even discover methods of depicting various horse colorsÌ_such as chestnut, paint, bay, gray, black, and palominoÌ_as well as the differences between various horse breeds, resulting in accurate depictions. Any artist or horse-lover will enjoy this comprehensive guide! Editorial Reviews From the Publisher Dear Art Enthusiast, Today may be your fist time using a Walter Foster art book, or it may be the continuation of a long-term relationship with our products. Either way, this book will delight you. Like all of our art books, this title was written with careful attention to detail. It includes detailed illustrations that will bring you a satisfying learning experience and hours of enjoyment. Walter Foster Publishing knows that artists are eager to learn, sharpen their skills and talents, and experience new artistic horizons. And while you may not be in a position to take private lessons, Walter Foster offers you the next best thing--step-by-step, do-it-yourself art instruction books that are entertaining and affordable. Our books are authored by some of the best artists in America, and you can be sure our quality standards and color presentations are at the highest possible levels. For 80 years, Walter Foster Publishing has been providing instructional art books and products to million of enthusiastic artists who enjoy the rewards of learning to draw and paint. Most of all, we hope you have fun in the process! About the Author Patricia Getha of Ohio works primarily as a commission artist and creates stunning artwork in graphite, watercolor, oil, and colored pencil. Janet Griffin-Scott is an artist living on Lake Ontario in Canada. She runs a gallery, framing studio, and a line of greeting cards, stationery, and gifts. Lesley Harrison holds workshops in her hometown of Sutter Creek, CA. She has received a number of professional honors and awards for her technical excellence. Cindy Larimore of Jamul, CA, has won many local and national awards for her animal paintings. Her work is exhibited at animal shows, fairs, and racetracks throughout the US. Elin Pendleton of Southern California is a traditionally trained artist who began painting at the age of 9. Her award-winning paintings are found in collections in the US and Europe.