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LoC No.: 16019042

Title: A Practical Hand-book of Drawing for Modern Methods of Reproduction

Note: Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Introductory -- The rise of an art -- Comparative processes -- Paper -- Pens -- Inks -- The making of a pen-drawing -- Wash drawings -- Styles and manner -- Painters' pen-drawings.

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Summary: "A Practical Hand-book of Drawing for Modern Methods of Reproduction" by Charles G. Harper is a comprehensive guide on illustration techniques and practices, written in the late 19th century. This instructional work explores the evolution and application of pen-drawing in the context of modern reproduction methods. The book addresses not only the technical aspects of drawing but also the artistic sensibilities necessary for effective illustration. The opening of the handbook delves into the historical context and significance of illustration, particularly highlighting the shift in the role of illustrators with the advent of photo-mechanical reproduction techniques. Harper reflects on the challenges illustrators faced and outlines the qualities that define successful pen-drawing. He emphasizes the importance of mastering both technique and artistic expression, suggesting that aspirants to the craft should understand the principles of beauty and decoration inherent in the art form. The passage sets the tone for a detailed exploration of not just how to draw, but how to adapt one’s drawing to the requirements of reproduction processes, ensuring that artistic integrity is maintained in modern illustration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943

EBook No.: 60972

Published: Dec 20, 2019

Downloads: 131

Language: English

Subject: Illustration of books

Subject: Illustrated books

LoCC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60972:2 2019-12-20T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Harper, Charles G. (Charles George) en urn:lccn:16019042 1
2024-11-09T23:39:51Z A Practical Hand-book of Drawing for Modern Methods of Reproduction

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 16019042

Title: A Practical Hand-book of Drawing for Modern Methods of Reproduction

Note: Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: Introductory -- The rise of an art -- Comparative processes -- Paper -- Pens -- Inks -- The making of a pen-drawing -- Wash drawings -- Styles and manner -- Painters' pen-drawings.

Credits: Produced by Chris Curnow, Paul Marshall and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "A Practical Hand-book of Drawing for Modern Methods of Reproduction" by Charles G. Harper is a comprehensive guide on illustration techniques and practices, written in the late 19th century. This instructional work explores the evolution and application of pen-drawing in the context of modern reproduction methods. The book addresses not only the technical aspects of drawing but also the artistic sensibilities necessary for effective illustration. The opening of the handbook delves into the historical context and significance of illustration, particularly highlighting the shift in the role of illustrators with the advent of photo-mechanical reproduction techniques. Harper reflects on the challenges illustrators faced and outlines the qualities that define successful pen-drawing. He emphasizes the importance of mastering both technique and artistic expression, suggesting that aspirants to the craft should understand the principles of beauty and decoration inherent in the art form. The passage sets the tone for a detailed exploration of not just how to draw, but how to adapt one’s drawing to the requirements of reproduction processes, ensuring that artistic integrity is maintained in modern illustration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harper, Charles G. (Charles George), 1863-1943

EBook No.: 60972

Published: Dec 20, 2019

Downloads: 131

Language: English

Subject: Illustration of books

Subject: Illustrated books

LoCC: Fine Arts: Drawing, Design, Illustration

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:60972:3 2019-12-20T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Harper, Charles G. (Charles George) en urn:lccn:16019042 1