The author of Mastering Silhouettes, Charles Burns, has made a documentary about his art, Silhouette Secrets, which has been accepted into two very prestigious film festivals.

The first film was in the London Independent Film Festival, at the Shortwave cinema, Bermondsey Sq, SE1 3UN, on April 17, 2016.

The second will be in New York.

As a result of these films, a TV screening could well follow on.

You can watch a trailer Silhouette Secrets below.

To celebrate this exciting news, and the launch of our new *bookshop, Search Press have six copies of Mastering Silhouettes (published by Fil Rouge Press) worth £16.99 each (rrp) to give away. To be entered into the prize-draw email your name and address to [email protected] by May 22nd.

Mastering Silhouettes explains all the techniques for creating both modern and period-style silhouette portraits, drawing on traditional approaches some of which date as far back as the eighteenth century, along with advice on poses and materials. Throughout, special features on the work of notable silhouette artists provide inspiration for the projects that follow. The techniques used in antique silhouettes will appeal to those who love vintage style, while projects using mixed media collage and digital photography show how the art is relevant today. The book examines silhouette art for every occasion, teaches readers the skills to make silhouettes for themselves, and provides help for those who want to commission an artist to cut silhouettes for a special occasion such as a wedding, anniversary party, festival or corporate event.

*Visit the store for the first availabilty of Seach Press books to purchase via PaintersOnline. More titles will be added shortly, along with exclusive discounts and offers.