M Cacy Illustration Cheap Tricks (DVD)

Application: Illustration, Graphics
Classification: E - Educational
Running time: 120 minutes
Format: DVD Region 0

Airbrush guru and Vargas Award winner Michael Cacy reveals many of the top time-saving and innovative \'cheap tricks\' and special effects from his 30 years experience as a professional illustrator. For beginning to professional artists, you\'ll learn:

How to render:
Wisps of smoke
Fur
Metal
Wrapping paper texture
Hair
Wood grain
Background textures
Water
Clouds
Snow
Feathers
Stone textures with stipple technique
Orange peel texture
A space scene with stars, nebula, starbursts and constellations
How to use:
The Stencil Burner Pro
Rubber cement for special and unusual textures
Markers
Circle templates
Proper use and types of razor knife cutting
Use of pens and pencils
Sponges
Erasers for highlighting
Mylar� and drafting film
Sandpaper for a variety of applications
Razor knives for highlighting
Spray adhesive
Frisket film and masks
Airbrush cleaner for creative effects
Colour
Steel wool for brushed metal
And much more, including:
Working with opaques and transparent acrylics
Transferring images to art surfaces
Cheap tricks with paintbrushes and a variety of fan brushes
Style testing for previewing
Airbrush pressure regulation
Discussion of illustration boards
Loose masking techniques
Freehand airbrushing techniques
How to preview end results with acetate
Working with masking tape
Technique for drying paint faster
Working on black illustration board
Skill level: Beginner to Professional