Portrait Painting

Résumé du livre

Michael Shane Neal, internationally renowned artist and prolific portrait painter, shares his knowledge of painting as well as personal stories from his long list of fascinating clients in his first ever book, Portrait Painting: My Point of View. Having created hundreds of portraits, Neal is one of the most sought-after commissioned portrait artists of his time. Over the course of his 30-year career, he has gained knowledge and expertise which he is eager to share. Containing over 400 color photographs throughout this 320 page book, Neal begins by detailing his early career and his long-time relationship with his mentor, Everett Raymond Kinstler. With focus on time-honored traditions of painting and drawing, he gives in-depth explanation to unlocking the secrets of capturing a subject's true likeness and character. A number of step-by-step demonstrations illustrate his use of drawing, value, color and composition. Details such as the eyes, nose, and mouth are examined as well as jewelry, clothing, composition, and backgrounds. Neal gives advice on navigating adjustments to satisfy clients and important information on the business of art which provides valuable insight for the professional or aspiring artist. These pages contain practical instruction and inspiration that can be applied to any artist's work. Finally, the non-artist will be intrigued by Neal's engaging storytelling as he describes working with the many personalities he has encountered including senators, congressmen, titans of business, philanthropists, inventors, scientists, writers, actors, judges, a Supreme Court justice, ambassadors, and even a couple of Lords and Ladies! --