A complete A-Z visual directory of airbrushing techniques and how to use them. Using step-
by-step demonstrations and the work of a wide variety of professional artists, this book
explores all the major methods of working. An initial techniques section shows how basic
forms are built up - with guidance on casting shadows, masking, highlighting, ghosting,
haloing and more. An inspirational gallery of original work is included with many ideas
which will help improve skills and develop individual styles. This comprehensive,
informative encyclopedia, is a valuable to addition to the artist's bookshelf

The first half of Michael E. Leek's Encyclopedia of Airbrush Techniques is devoted to
technique and real-world examples of how techniques are used. The second half illustrates
themes of professional work, and how they exemplify various techniques and design concepts.

To a total beginner, this book is filled with detailed steps and explanations, but does
not qualify as a first how-to book. The examples and pictures describe brush technique
well enough, but do little to enlighten how and where the masking is applied and removed.
The photos range from simple to enticing, and are a good basis for practice ideas and
experimenting with the airbrush.

To an intermediate airbrush artist, the techniques are a good example of method, and may
help round out a repertoire of skills. Vivid selections of advanced professional airbrush
work cry out for a more advanced book of technique combinations.

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