Painting

In this compelling and original work, art historian James Elkins communicates the experience of painting beyond the traditional vocabulary of art history, likening the medium to alchemy. For, according to Elkins, the painter, like the alchemist, seeks to transform and be transformed by the medium. 2... More

Another fantastic addition to the "10 Steps" series! Ian Sidaway turns novices into adept artists in just one painting. This unique course guides beginners through the individual elements of a still-life until they've mastered all the necessary techniques for working with oils. Students are virtuall... More

With the emphasis on the simple development of paintings from the original idea through to build up of colours and brushwork, Noel Gregory presents an ideal book for anyone interested in painting flowers. They can be painted in the crudest manner or with great sensitivity, with detail or without.. Y... More

In this book, Ken Goldman invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to re-create a variety of beautiful portraits in pastel. He explains his own approach to pastel techniques, as well as his personal method of developing a work of art from start to finish. As you follow along with the ... More

The Oil books in the How to Draw and Paint Series all focus on a specific subject while they teach aspiring artists how to paint, step by step. Beginning with a sketch and the first applications of color, the authors clearly explain how to develop each painting, providing important information about... More

(back cover) Painting with OIL Barron's "Beginner Art Guides" instruct you in techniques for mastering a variety of art media. "Painting with Oil" shows you how to take full advantage of the medium that has been used down through the centuries by many of the world's greatest artists. You will find ... More

Over 80 step-by-step photographs take you through all the basics with helpful demonstrations which clearly illustrate how to paint skies, landscapes, flowers and animals. You will learn about the materials you need, how to start, using a limited palette, using photographs as inspiration, and creatin... More

Acclaimed acrylic artist Anton Gutknecht invites you into his world and shows you how to re-create the captivating beauty of landscapes from every continent. With a user-friendly, step-by-step process, heAEll teach you skills for painting mountains, meadows, deserts, structures, clouds, sunbeams, an... More

Acclaimed artist Anton Gutknecht invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to re-create an array of captivating oil landscapesufrom dry desert washes to seascapes and snowy mountain scenes. In this step-by-step book, he explains a number of oil panting techniques, as well as his own me... More

This title provides you everything you need to know to become a better artist. "Oil-Painting Workshop" is for anyone who wants to find out how to paint with oils or improve their skills. Starting with materials and basic techniques such as colour blending, it includes warm up exercises encouraging y... More

These books offer a perfect introduction to the exciting world of drawing and painting. In addition to titles that offer insight into the fundamentals of art theory, such as color and perspective, the series offers two-book introductions to drawing, acrylic, oil, pastel, and watercolor. Each "Book O... More

If you're eager to work in this beautiful and long-lasting medium, begin by getting tips from the experts, and the best techniques for rapidly building up layers of color. Try masking or painting with a knife to give your work an antique appearance. Full-color illustrations on each page, and a sumpt... More

This All About Techniques book illustrates and explains the fundamentals of art theory, then proceeds to step-by-step advice on how to create complete, highly finished artworks. This volume is filled with full-color photos and art illustrations, the latter in some cases showing reproductions of well... More