Figure Painting Techniques FAQ by Kirill Kanaev – AK 630

Figure Painting Techniques FAQ offers advice and explanation through photos and text, of all techniques and processes needed to master painting of all types of figures, provided by one of the best painters: Kirill Kanaev. Using impressive examples of his work, Kirill demonstrates the secrets of painting miniatures; from the basics to complex techniques.

Book Data

Author: Kirill Kanaev
AK Ref: AK 630
Language: English
Pages: 488
Photos: Thousands of colour photos
Physical: Semi-hard(!) cover, 300x210mm, portrait

Chapters

1. Materials
   1.1 Paints
   1.2 Tools
   1.3 Auxiliary products & basics
2. Before we start on our figure
   2.1 Workspace
   2.2 Getting our figure ready
3. Colors
   3.1 Color concepts
   3.2 Color mixes
4. Lighting concepts
   4.1 Basic concepts
   4.2 Lights depending on the position of the details
5. Techniques
   5.1 Techniques with acrylics
   5.2 Techniques with oils
   5.3 Glazes
   5.4 Stippling
   5.5 Outlining
   5.6 How, and when, to use the dry-brushing technique
   5.7 How, and when, to use the sponge technique
   5.8 Airbrush techniques for figures
6. Painting figures. Applying techniques
   6.1 How to paint skin
   6.2 How to paint hands
   6.3 How to paint eyes
   6.4 How to paint the hair
   6.5 How to paint clothes
   6.6 Elements of animal origin
   6.7 Reflective surfaces
   6.8 Non-metallic metal technique
   6.9 Wood
   6.10 Gemstones, pearls and crystal
   6.11 Special effects