Of Strokes & Shades: The secrets of digital art by Laura H. Rubin

by Laura H. Rubin, 3dTotal Publishing (Editor)

With many of her subjects rendered in hyper realistic style, wearing a second skin of black paint or dark-florals, Laura Rubin’s art is unmistakeable.  To tell the story behind her art, Laura begins the book by sharing her journey from art student to professional artist, providing encouragement for budding pros and enthusiasts alike. Laura also talks about what inspires her, with mythology and psychology being just two subjects that feed into her emotion-infused work. The reader is then invited behind the scenes to watch the artist at work in her studio, located in her hometown of Thun, Switzerland. 
Laura’s portraiture sketchbook is opened to reveal simple drawings and recent studies made as the early stages of future paintings. Throughout these sections are artworks from past and present. In addition, there is brand new art by Laura, created exclusively for this book. 
Finally, the reader is led through detailed, step-by-step tutorials demonstrating the artist’s workflow and the key fundamentals of portraiture (pose, light, and composition). From using reference models, and expert tips for working in Procreate, to sketching, coloring, and advancing the portrait from realism to hyperrealism, the process is explained from start to finish.

Genres: Art

152 pages, Hardcover

Published April 25, 2023

Reviews

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this was the most helpful book about art especially digital art especially incorporating procreate that I have ever read. I really loved the background details, and the truly step by step guide including legal matters in composition and details of where to put highlights in the end. I love how Laura Rubin has also dedicated some parts of her book into finding inspiration for art. The overall design is very clean and beautiful, appealing to the eye. I can now proudly say that I am the owner of a book that I can present on cute little interior decorations like some influencers do with those types of fashion and at books that they probably never read.

[Rachel Burkhart · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve used Procreate for years and I still learned a ton from this book. If you’re at all interested in digital art and portraits this book is fantastic and the art is incredible!

[Karen Taub · Rating 5 out of 5]

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