How Art is Made
The Craft Behind the Masterpieces
(Author) Debra N. Mancoff"This book explores renowned works of art from across the centuries and around the globe, looking at the discoveries and inventions that allowed artists to explore different ways of creating. From oil paint, pastel and pencil, to perspective, collage and immersive spaces, each chapter showcases an artwork which demonstrates the mastery and innovative use of a single material or method, presented as the centerpiece of a capsule history" --
Debra N. Mancoff
Debra N. Mancoff is an art historian and author known for her work on the intersection of literature and art. Her most famous book, "The Art of the Pre-Raphaelites," explores the visual inspiration behind the famous literary movement. Mancoff's detailed analyses and vivid prose bring art and literature to life for readers.