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The Yin/Yang of Painting: A Contemporary Master Reveals the Secrets of Painting Found in Ancient Chinese Philosophy,New
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Through the harmonious balancing of opposites, the ancient Chinese philosophy of yin yang is beautifully applied to the art of painting in an illuminating, resultsoriented instructional for artists of all levels. According to this timehonored system, successful art is based on balanced energies and the control of contrasting elements within a work. This remarkably simple approach is presented in two seamless parts. Part One examines the traditional elements of paintingfrom value (light/dark) and texture (thick/thin) to color (warm/cold) and brushwork (sharp/blurred)as evolving from a true balance of opposites. Part Two's stepbystep demonstrations focus on major genres of paintingstill life, landscape, and the figureemploying all the yinyang principles for the completion of successful paintings.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Yin/Yang of Painting'? A: The main focus of 'The Yin/Yang of Painting' is to apply the ancient Chinese philosophy of yin yang to the art of painting, emphasizing the harmonious balance of opposites to create successful artwork.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Hongnian Zhang, a contemporary master who shares insights into the secrets of painting through a philosophical lens.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: Key features include a focused discussion on balancing energies in art, step-by-step demonstrations for various painting genres, and an instructional approach suitable for artists of all levels.
- Q: What types of painting genres are covered in the book? A: The book covers major genres of painting, including still life, landscape, and figure painting, all while employing the yin-yang principles for effective artwork.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'The Yin/Yang of Painting' is designed for artists of all levels, making it accessible for beginners as well as more experienced painters.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 144 pages, providing comprehensive insights and demonstrations on the art of painting.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: What binding type does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'The Yin/Yang of Painting' published? A: The book was published on October 1, 2000.
- Q: What is the main instructional approach used in the book? A: The book presents a remarkably simple approach that is divided into two parts, focusing on traditional painting elements and practical demonstrations based on yin-yang principles.