Author(s): Tricia Reichert

Art and Design

Titles in Barron's growing "Art Answers" series provide practical, on-the-spot answers to questions every artist confronts while working on a project, such as: Best ways to organize workspace. Best materials to select for particular projects. Reliable answers for building confidence and producing fine results . . . and more. Each " Art Answers" title focuses on a specific art medium or genre and presents step-by-step tips and instruction. Books feature more than 100 how-to illustrations and have sturdy Flexbinding covers that will stand up to wear-and-tear on field trips. "Portrait Painting " covers a wide array of topics, including: Character, proportion, and angles. Creating effects through color and texture. Exploring different styles. Animal portraiture . . . and much more.