Tibetan Thangka Painting Methods and Materials

Name: Tibetan Thangka Painting Methods and Materials
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ISBN: 9781559392570

ISBN-10: 1559392576

ISBN-13: 9781559392570

Edition: N/A

Authors: David Jackson, Janice Jackson, Robert Beer

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Finally back in print -- the only book available that gives detailed descriptions of the techniques and principles of the art of Tibetan scroll painting. Explores in detail the background, themes, methods, and materials used to create these wonderful symbolic works.

Book details

List price: $39.95
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 8/14/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 208
Size: 8.27" wide x 11.61" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 1.936
Language: English



Preface



The Artistic Wealth of Old Tibet



The Preparation of the Painting Surface



Composition



Sketching and the Theory of Iconometry



Iconometric Practice and Further Techniques of Sketching



Pigments



Colour



Techniques of Paint Preparation and Application



Brushes



Shading and Colour Gradations



Outlining



Finishing Details



Iconometric Controversies and Sources



Resources



Motifs and Symbols and Deities



Guidelines for Thangka Painting using modern techniques and commercially available materials


Glossary


Bibliography


Indexes