Description
Book SynopsisA unique behind-the-scenes guide to the painting process of one of the most popular artists working in the growing, underground art scene of Pop Surrealism. Painting superstar Camilla d'Errico opens up her studio and offers readers an insider scoop on the tools, techniques and inspirations she draws from to create stunningly beautiful, otherworldly works of art. Artists working in Pop Surrealism use elements of manga, cartoons, movies and more to produce paintings that have been displayed in galleries and purchased by collectors around the globe. With Pop Painting, fans and aspiring painters get an up-close look at the step-by-step processes she employs to transform oil and acrylic paints into unforgettable images of her ethereal and beautiful characters. This one-of-a-kind look at a painter at the top of her field reveals all the materials and methods readers need to join the ranks of the POD Surrealism movement.
Trade Review"An essential guide for artists and anyone interested in contemporary art."
—HENRY CHAMBERLAIN, Comics Grinder"Camilla d’Errico’s vibrant personality and beautiful spirit overflows into her wonderfully unique and emotionally powerful art. In
Pop Painting, a bright and insightful look into Camilla’s artistic mind, she generously shares her heartand creativity with the world, and inspires and encourages with every colorful page."
—BRANDI MILNE, Surrealist painter"
Pop Painting is a lovely guideto Camilla’s process."
—AMY SOL, visual artistTable of ContentsForeword by Greg “Craola” Simkins ix
Introduction 1
PART 1 CREATING POP SURREALISMCH 1 Pop Surrealism: What Is It? 5The Evolution of Pop Surrealism 7
Pop Surrealism—Be Inspired! 10
CH 2 Originality, Inspiration,and Intuition 13What Inspires Me 14
Finding Inspiration 14
Using Intuition: Go withYour Gut! 14
Choosing Colors Intuitively 17
Choosing Titles Intuitively 17
Becoming a Better Artist 17
CH 3 Tools of the Trade 19Paint 20
Drawing Tools 23
Brushes 25
Painting Surfaces 26
Easels 26
Other Helpful Tools 29
Selecting Your Tools 29
CH 4 The Artist’s Studio 31Setup 32
Organization 35
Safety 35
Creative Space: What Is Needed 35
Outer Studio vs. Home Studio 36
CH 5 Sketching, Studies, or Just Doing It? 39Sketching: Trials and Errors 39
Practice First 40
Do It! 40
CH 6 Composition 43Juxtaposition 44
What to Do if You Run Out of Room 44
What to Do When Something Is Missing 47
CH 7 Pushing Boundaries 49Paint with Your Gut, Not Your Head! 50
Dealing with Blocks and Dry Spells 50
Don’t Let Failure Get toYour Heart: Move On! 53
CH 8 Evoking Emotions 55Tapping into Emotions 56
Your Emotions While Painting 56
Getting in the Mood 56
Coloring Emotion 59
Subject Matter and Emotion 59
Expressing Your Emotional Meaning 60
The Power of Emotions 60
CH 9 Blending 63Blending Basics 64
Blend, Set, Go! 71
Light and Shadows 72
Depth: An In-Depth Look 74
PART 2 PAINTING POP SURREALISMTop Ten Questions 78
Tips and Tricks 82
CH 10 Step-by-Step Examples 85Humans 87
Eyes 89
Lips 99
Hair 109
Skin 117
Depth 125
Animals 133
Fur 135
Wings 143
Baby Animals 149
Rainbow Tigers 159
Melting Effects 167
Pools of Color 169
Melting Rainbow 175
Twisting Reality 183
Combining Cuteness 185
Tentacles 193
Cartoons and Caricatures 201
Butterfly Kisses 209
CH 11 Black and White:Paint Drawing 217Surface Preparation and Underdrawing 218
The Paint Drawing Process 218
How to Paint Straight Lines 221
How to Paint over theCanvas Edges 221
CH 12 Passion to Profession 225My Art Evolves 226
How I Learned to LovePainting 228
Finding My Creative Homein Pop Surrealism 228
On Being a ProfessionalArtist 231
Approaching Galleriesand Getting Started 231
Presenting Your Portfolio 232
Dealing with Rejection 232
Validate Yourself 234
Afterword 236
Credits 237
Index 238
