Zorach Explains Sculpture: What It Means and How It Is Made (Dover Art Instruction)
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (702 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0486290484 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-10 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
great reference book for any Artist EXPLAINS ALOT on SCULPTING, .great reference book for any Artist LBK
As noted American sculptor William Zorach explains in this practical and inspirational guide, sculpture is a language, as are music and the spoken word. Hundreds of drawings and photographs enhance the text, ranging from ancient Greek terra-cottas to 20th-century masterpieces by Lachaise, Maillol, Brancusi, Epstein, and other masters. There are also many helpful drawings and diagrams illuminating various steps and stages in the sculpting process.Brimming with the distilled artistic wisdom of a lifetime, this enormousl
-- Midwest Book Review. Also included here are specifics for sculptural techniques; from building a figure in clay to observing and handling different mediums. American sculptor Zorach explains his perception of sculpture as language, encouraging student readers to explore concepts of observing and depicting sculpture. A fine, basic guide beginners especially will appreciate