Ron Ranson On Skies: Techniques In Watercolor And Other Media

By Ron Ranson

Book Overview

Too often left as an afterthought, a misjudged or ill-observed sky can ruin an otherwise effective painting. In this text, the author aims to show how varied skies can be, how to match the right sky... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0289801753
• ISBN13: 9780289801758
• Release Date: June 1998
• Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.6" x 10.9"

Customer Reviews

Ron Ranson on Skies

This is an excellent volume that clearly defines the methodology for producing colorful, exciting skies using the Ron Ranson big brush technique.

Skies, by Ron Ranson

As a teacher of transparent watercolors for the past 10 years,I've found that painting skies is the first and formost lesson that a student must learn. This book is a valuable must for any new student. Ron shows all the basics needed to learn how to paint all types of dramatic skies. I still refer to this book to keep sharp! Jack...

Treats a neglected topic beautifully

I was delighted to find a book devoted to my favorite subjects, skies. This book is one of a kind, as far as I know--and much needed. The techniques are presented clearly and with optimism; Ranson makes you want to go get your paints and brushes and try any of the beautiful skies presented. If I could keep only three or four of my watercolor books, this book would definitely be on the keep list.

wonderful techniques for painting skies

This is a superior book with great teaching techniques, telling what color paints are used to get certain effects. The pictures themselves are worth the book, but his teaching techniques are excellent, and his artistry awesome. I recommend it for beginners and for anfyone who wants to learn to paint skies.