by Jerome A. Barhydt
About this book
Jerome A. Barhydt's Crayon Portraiture presents a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of portrait drawing with crayons, drawn from over two decades of studio experience and teaching. This classical art instruction manual offers complete, step-by-step directions for creating stunning crayon portraits on various surfaces—from traditional crayon paper to photographic enlargements printed on platinum, silver, and bromide papers. Beyond basic portraiture techniques, Barhydt covers advanced methods including free-hand crayon work, transparent liquid watercolor applications, and the creation of decorative French crystals for photographic finishing.
Originally published in the 1880s and revised for expanded instruction, this audiobook distills practical knowledge gained through years of overcoming real artistic challenges. The author presents mechanical principles and color composition guidelines in clear, accessible language designed specifically for students and amateur artists. Rather than theoretical abstractions, Barhydt emphasizes practical precepts that build fundamental skills progressively.
Ideal for aspiring portrait artists, photographers seeking to hand-finish their work, and anyone interested in classical art techniques and nineteenth-century artistic practices, this audiobook remains a valuable resource. Whether you're pursuing professional portraiture or developing your artistic abilities as a hobby, Barhydt's systematic approach provides the foundational knowledge and confidence needed to create beautiful, accomplished crayon portraits.
