Drawing & Painting People

An unpretentious, non-academic approach to painting and drawing Avoiding 'painting by numbers' Strategies for independent working, building confidence and taking risks Examples from notable artists The body as an inspiring muse



Drawing and Painting People - A Fresh Approach is about confident and defiant art. Written by a practising artist and tutor, it contains inspiring examples, thought-provoking insights and practical advice about how to become more expressive and adventurous with your work. It is a book for people who are serious about painting and want to develop work that is personal and exceptional in quality. A fresh approach to portrait or figure painting aimed at amateur artists, art students, teachers and anyone taking this up as a new interest. A book for people serious about painting who want to develop work that is personal and exceptional in quality. A non-academic approach to painting and drawing which avoids 'painting by numbers'. Superbly illustrated with colour paintings and black & white sketches. Emily Ball runs highly successful courses in contemporary painting and drawing.