Digital Fantasy Painting by Michael Burns

Digital Fantasy Painting by Michael Burns

Featuring work from 36 renowned fantasy artists, this book helps the reader to master the skills, techniques and tools needed to create cutting-edge paintings. Dazzling visual imagery in films such as "The Matrix" and "Bladerunner", as well as the sophisticated graphics of contemporary computer games, have created a new generation of digital artists. This book is a practical introduction to inspire those wanting to work or play in 3D graphics. It begins with a review of the most popular software, showing readers the wealth of digital tools available and demonstrating how these can be used most effectively.Following on is a stunning showcase from the world's finest fantasy artists, with an in-depth look at their work. There are step-by-step instructions and expert insights into the specific techniques needed to: create realistic hair, skin and expressions; master the art of lighting a scene; design fantasy people and creatures (from demons and the undead, to monsters, dragons and robots); bring breathtaking landscapes to life; and bring all the elements together to create a finished piece of art.

Michael Burns is a writer and journalist and has worked on many leading graphics and digital magazines. Michael has been Editor-in-Chief of Computercreative, Editor of CGI magazine and still contributes regularly to CreateOnline, Creation, Macworld, and Computer Arts. He has a lifelong enthusiasm for digital fantasy art and knows a great many artists working in the field, rangin

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ISBN 13	9780007160037
ISBN 10	0007160038
Title	Digital Fantasy Painting
Author	Michael Burns
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Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	HarperCollins Publishers
Year published	2003-08-04
Number of pages	160
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