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Join one of the most influential artists of our time as he investigates the painting techniques of the Old Masters. Hockneys extensive research led him to conclude that artists such as Caravaggio, Velzquez, da Vinci, and other hyperrealists actually used optics and lenses to create their masterpieces.In this passionate yet pithy book, Hockney takes readers on a journey of discovery as he builds a case that mirrors and lenses were used by the great masters to create their highly detailed and realistic paintings and drawings. Hundreds of the bestknown and bestloved paintings are reproduced alongside his straightforward analysis. Hockney also includes his own photographs and drawings to illustrate techniques used to capture such accurate likenesses. Extracts from historical and modern documents and correspondence with experts from around the world further illuminate this thoughtprovoking book that will forever change how the world looks at art.Secret Knowledge will open your eyes to how we perceive the world and how we choose to represent it.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Secret Knowledge' by David Hockney? A: The book explores the painting techniques of the Old Masters, suggesting that they used optics and lenses to create their masterpieces.
- Q: How many pages are in the book 'Secret Knowledge'? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'Secret Knowledge' have? A: This edition is a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Secret Knowledge' published? A: The book was published on October 5, 2006.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Secret Knowledge'? A: The author of the book is David Hockney.
- Q: Is 'Secret Knowledge' a new or used book? A: The item condition is listed as new.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the expanded edition of 'Secret Knowledge'.
- Q: What subject matter does Hockney cover in this book? A: Hockney covers the techniques used by artists like Caravaggio, Velázquez, and da Vinci, focusing on how they achieved realistic representations in their work.
- Q: Does 'Secret Knowledge' include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the book includes hundreds of illustrations, photographs, and drawings to illustrate the techniques discussed.
- Q: What genre does 'Secret Knowledge' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Artists' Books.