A Manual of Oil Painting (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781847288752)

This republication of the third edition (1889) of John Collier's classic text offers a fascinating and informative glimpse into the academic oil painting tradition of the late nineteenth century. Includes instructions for painting from life using the "sight-size" method, advice on choosing the proper paints and mediums, as well as in-depth discussions of subject matter, color theory, and the comparative advantages of direct versus indirect painting. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the revival of traditional oil painting techniques.

Author: John Collier
ISBN-10: 1847288758
ISBN-13: 9781847288752
Publisher: Lulu.com
Language: English
Published: 08/17/2006
Pages: 124
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.29d