STEVE RUDE

About this book

For over two decades Steve Rude has galvanized the art world as a comic magazine artist and illustrator. Now Flesk Publications proudly releases this oversized color collection detailing Rudes distinguished career. The book explores Rudes versatility in several subjects and mediums. Chapters cover his comics and illustration work private commissions animation material life-drawings and an elaborate sketchbook section. Numerous finished paintings are accompanied by preliminary work such as sketches color roughs and use of reference materials. In addition there is a "how-to" segment which shows a painting project from start to finish. Almost all of the works are scanned directly from the original artwork. Many are published for the first time. Artist in Motion shows Rudes artistic processes in its entirety. It will serve as both an art book and an inspirational guide for aspiring students. Rude explains his techniques for the layman to better understand this contemporary masters artistic processes. He also provides comments on many of the projects providing insight into each. A biography and exclusive interviews delve into Rudes philosophy and approach to art. Rudes diversity with different mediums are showcased as demonstrated with oils watercolor gouache cel vinyl pastel charcoal pencil and pen and ink. All are explained through clear dialogue and useful examples. Fans of Rudes comic work art students and admirers of exemplary illustration will all find this book unique and intriguing.