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Oil Painting Techniques and Materials (Dover Art Instruction),Used
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In any exhibition of amateur work . . . it is not at all unusual to find many charming watercolour drawings, but . . . it is very rarely that the work in the oil medium is anything but dull, dead, and lacking in all vitality and charm.' Harold SpeedSuch provocative assertions are characteristic of this stimulating and informative guide, written in a highly personal and unique style by a noted painter and teacher. Brimming with pertinent insights into the technical aspects and painting in oils, it is also designed to help students perfect powers of observation and expression.Harold Speed has distilled years of painting and pedagogical experience into an expert instructional program covering painting technique, painting from life, materials (paints, varnishes, oils and mediums, grounds, etc.), a painter's training, and more. Especially instructive is his extensive and perceptive discussion of form, tone, and color, and a fascinating series of detailed 'Notes' analyzing the painting styles of Velasquez, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Franz Hals, and Rembrandt.Nearly 70 photographs and drawings illustrate the text, among them prehistoric cave paintings, diagrams of tonal values, stages of portrait painting, and reproductions of masterpieces by Giotto, Vermeer, Ingres, Rembrandt, Titian, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Hals, Giorgione, Poussin, Corot, Veronese, and other luminaries. In addition to these pictorial pleasures, the author further leavens the lessons with thoughtprovoking opinion.Clear, cogent, and downtoearth, this timehonored handbook will especially interest serious amateurs studying the technical aspects of oil painting, but its rich insight into the mind and methods of the artist will enlighten and intrigue any art lover.
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- Q: What are the main topics covered in 'Oil Painting Techniques and Materials'? A: The book covers essential topics on painting techniques, materials used in oil painting, the painter's training, and in-depth discussions on form, tone, and color. It also includes analyses of the painting styles of renowned artists.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Harold Speed, a noted painter and teacher with extensive experience in painting and art instruction.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in oil painting? A: Yes, this book is particularly useful for serious amateurs and beginners as it provides clear insights into the technical aspects of oil painting.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Oil Painting Techniques and Materials'? A: The book contains 368 pages filled with valuable insights and illustrative content.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This new edition was published on December 1, 1987.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, it includes nearly 70 photographs and drawings that illustrate various concepts and techniques discussed in the text.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a pristine and undamaged copy.
- Q: Are there any notable artists discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book analyzes the painting styles of several notable artists, including Velasquez, Reynolds, Gainsborough, and Rembrandt.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain a deeper understanding of oil painting techniques, improve their powers of observation and expression, and learn about the materials needed for oil painting.