American Artist May 2012

Let your work be your most rewarding escape

Learn from the processes and inspiring artwork of contemporary and historical artists including Mel Odom, Howard Pyle, Everett Raymond Kinstler, James Gurney, and many more!

In this issue, you'll discover:

• How to use lighting, composition, and staging for better portraits.
• New and fantastical uses for the figure--explore the figure through Gregory Manchess' work.
• Tips to make it real even when it's not with tips for making fantasy believable.

Order your copy of this exciting fantasy edition of American Artist!