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August 08, 2018

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Used Books

Books are without a doubt one of the top resources for any artist or art student. There are a few problems with books though. They can be expensive, out of print or, hard to find due to limited run printing or age. There is also a consideration for other aspects such as the environmental impact of the new book market, financial support of authors versus publishers, and many others which we will not cover here. My used copy of Rendering in Pen and Ink. Notice the discoloration on the dust jacket. In this post, we will be looking at the problem of finding affordable books. You may have guessed by now where this is going. I know there is nothing quite like a brand new book. This is desirable sometimes. No doubt about it, I too treasure some of my pristine tomes displayed prominently on my studio shelf. The reality is, if you're on a budget, new books are a luxury item. Here's a recent personal example: A large hardcover book on Alphonse Maria Mucha by his son, Jiří Mucha. I...

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