Dramatic Light by Patrick HoweIf light is a driving force in your art, Dramatic Light is a must. No other book breaks down the challenge in such a straightforward, engaging, downright fun kind of way.
Dramatic Light features 21 light effects that will thrill you to your toes, each epitomized in a start-to-finish painting demonstration. These step-by-step lessons show how to capture the subtle drama of everyday light: sparkling glass, sheer curtains, moonlit skies, shimmering water, cityscapes and landscapes. You'll find both watercolor and oil projects, illustrating simple concepts that apply to both mediums.