{"title":"Series: James Gurney Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'James Gurney Art' collection, where the vivid worlds of imagination meet practical artistic techniques. James Gurney, acclaimed author and illustrator, offers invaluable insights into the art of painting and illustration, making these books a must-have for artists and art enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll find works like \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor and Light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, a guide that delves into the core of understanding light's role in bringing artworks to life. Gurney's expertise, drawn from his vast experience and unique perspective, illuminates the complex relationship between colours and light in a clear and approachable manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore these insightful resources and enhance your artistic skills with James Gurney's expert advice. Perfect for anyone from budding artists to seasoned professionals, this collection provides both foundational knowledge and advanced techniques to enrich your understanding of art and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"color-and-light-by-james-gurney-9780740797712","title":"Color and Light","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA researched study on two of art's most fundamental themes, \u003ci\u003eColor and Light\u003c\/i\u003e bridges the gap between abstract theory and practical knowledge. Beginning with a survey of underappreciated masters who perfected the use of colour and light, the book examines how light reveals form, the properties of colour and pigments, and the wide variety of atmospheric effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGurney cuts through the confusing and contradictory dogma about colour, testing it in the light of science and observation. A glossary, pigment index, and bibliography complete what will ultimately become an indispensable tool for any artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is the second in a series based on his blog, gurneyjourney.com. His first in the series, \u003ci\u003eImaginative Realism\u003c\/i\u003e, was widely acclaimed in the fantastical art world and was ranked the #1 Bestseller on the Amazon list for art instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gardners Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46500287217900,"sku":"9780740797712","price":73.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780740797712_2c898e2c-11ca-4e30-8680-8a50ebecf5e7.jpg?v=1748572269"},{"product_id":"imaginative-realism-by-james-gurney-9780740785504","title":"Imaginative Realism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSee and shape the world in a way you never before imagined with this realistic fantasy illustration guide from award-winning artist and author James Gurney.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e“Gurney's \u003ci\u003eImaginative Realism\u003c\/i\u003e is a gold mine for artists who want to create images that sing with authority and delight the viewer with rich otherworldly visuals.” – Erik Tiemens, concept artist, \u003ci\u003eStar Wars: Episodes II and III\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eImaginative Realism\u003c\/i\u003e is an indispensable, flawless reference for vision-makers in any discipline to create their own imaginative realms.” – Frank M. Costantino, ASAI, SI, FSAI, JARA, cofounder, American Society of Architectural Illustrators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eImaginative Realism: How to Paint What Doesn't Exist\u003c\/i\u003e, Dinotopia creator James Gurney instructs and inspires beginning artists and fans of fantasy art, sharing his uncanny ability to incorporate amazing detail and imagination into stunningly realistic fantasy settings and teaching, step-by-step, the techniques that won him worldwide critical acclaim. This groundbreaking work examines the practical methods for creating believable pictures of imaginary subjects, such as dinosaurs, ancient Romans, alien creatures, and distant worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside a survey of imaginative paintings from the Renaissance to the golden Age of American illustration, the book explains not just techniques like sketching and composition, but the fundamentals of believable world-building, including archaeology, architecture, anatomy for creatures and aliens, and fantastic engineering. It concludes with details and valuable advice on careers in fantasy illustration, including video game and film concept art and toy design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than an instruction book, this is the ultimate reference for artists as well as fans of science fiction and fantasy illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078796427500,"sku":"9780740785504","price":73.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20383753482451.jpg?v=1765221752"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/series-james-gurney-art.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}