Drawing and Painting on Location : A guide to En Plein-Air : Book by Kevin Scully

Drawing and Painting on Location by Kevin Scully is an inspiring and practical guide to the art of working en plein air - painting and sketching directly from life in the open air. Encouraging artists to step outside the studio, it shows how to capture the true atmosphere, light and immediacy of a scene with greater authenticity than working from photographs. Through expert advice and clear instruction, Kevin Scully demonstrates how to approach outdoor painting with confidence and creativity.

The book covers a wide range of mediums, including pencil, pastel, pen, watercolor, oil and acrylic, offering practical guidance for each. It includes tips on selecting materials, choosing locations, composing scenes and working quickly in changing light. Perfect for artists of all levels, this book will help you bring freshness, vitality and spontaneity to your work, wherever your creativity takes you.

• Publisher: The Crowood Press
• Paperback: 144 pages
• Dimensions: 221 x 280 x 10mm
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781785002403