The Art of Basic Oil Painting (Collector's Series): Master techniques for painting stunning works of art in oil-step by step

Timothy Knapman,Lorraine Gray,Jim McConlogue,Glenda Brown,Marcia Baldwin

The Art of Basic Oil Painting (Collector's Series): Master techniques for painting stunning works of art in oil-step by step
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Walter Foster Publishing
Country
United States
Published
17 February 2014
Pages
144
ISBN
9781600583629

The Art of Basic Oil Painting (Collector’s Series): Master techniques for painting stunning works of art in oil-step by step

Timothy Knapman,Lorraine Gray,Jim McConlogue,Glenda Brown,Marcia Baldwin

From the days of the early Masters, oil painting has inspired and intrigued artists of all skill levels. In The Art of Basic Oil Painting, artists interested in learning how to work with this complex and multifaceted medium will find inspiration through clear, step-by-step painting lessons covering a variety of approachable subjects.

First, artists will be guided through the tools and materials required for oil painting, including brushes, supports, mediums, palettes, and paint. This inclusive book also has sections on basic drawing techniques and colour theory, as well as brief overviews of perspective, composition, lighting, and painting from photographs. Expert oil painters then guide artists along the way by outlining basic painting techniques, demonstrating how to work with various mediums, teaching the intricacies of colour mixing, and much more in an easy-to-digest format.

Artists will enjoy working their way through step-by-step projects spanning a wide range of appealing subjects including portraits, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, and florals. Full of inspiring and beautiful works of art, The Art of Basic Oil Painting also features techniques for rendering light and shadow, creating textures, and achieving lifelike results. With its fresh approach and plethora of tips and techniques, this book provides contemporary instructions for rendering realistic works of art in a long-standing, timeless medium. Whether you are a beginning artist looking to get started in oil painting or an experienced painter looking to improve your breadth of knowledge, The Art of Basic Oil Painting offers a comprehensive guide that no fine oil artist should be without.

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