Art Fundamentals: Theory and Practice by Otto G. Ocvirk

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A comprehensive overview of art theory and practice that covers form, line, shape, value, texture, color, space, and time and motion; and includes examples and a time line.

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O texto original que estabeleceu o padrão de introdução a cursos de arte em todo o país, o Art Fundamentals tem guiado gerações de alunos através dos elementos essenciais da arte, bem como da rica e variada história de seus usos.

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Genres: Art & Design, Nonfiction
DDC/MDS: 701.8 — Arts & recreation Arts Philosophy and theory of fine and decorative arts Inherent features
LCC: N7430 .A697 — Fine Arts Visual arts General works
BISAC: DES DESIGN General

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