Crayon

About this book

Anyone can draw and paint, anywhere, at any time! Anywhere, Anytime Art: Crayon inspires artists of all skill levels to create beautiful, spontaneous artwork inspired by their surroundings, no matter where they are. Readers will discover how to work with crayon, including mastering basic strokes and techniques such as shading, hatching, crosshatching, and creating gradations. An overview of basic color theory then leads into a variety of fun and simple step-by-step projects so readers can create their own contemporary pieces of art. Other helpful hints include tips for masking, using fixatives, creating a mobile art kit, and handling the crayons to avoid making smudges and inadvertent errors. Whether at home or while traveling, Anywhere, Anytime Art: Crayon is an inspirational, easy-to-use guide for creative artists who seek to expand their artistic horizons in new and adventurous ways.