Oil Painting: Traditional and New (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780548439326)

Oil Painting: Traditional And New by Leonard Brooks is a comprehensive guide to the art of oil painting. The book covers both traditional and modern techniques and materials, making it an ideal resource for artists of all levels.The book begins with an introduction to the history of oil painting, including a discussion of the properties of oil paint and the different types of brushes and surfaces that can be used. The author then goes on to explore various techniques for creating different effects, such as glazing, scumbling, and impasto.The book also includes a section on color theory, which covers topics such as color mixing, color harmony, and the use of color in composition. There are also chapters on different genres of oil painting, including landscapes, still lifes, and portraits.Throughout the book, the author provides step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, making it easy for readers to follow along and improve their skills. The book is beautifully illustrated with full-color images of both classic and contemporary oil paintings, providing inspiration for artists of all styles.Overall, Oil Painting: Traditional And New is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the art of oil painting. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this book is sure to provide valuable insights and techniques to help you improve your skills and create beautiful works of art.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Leonard Brooks
ISBN-10: 054843932X
ISBN-13: 9780548439326
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/12/2007
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.35d