PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Oil Painting Step-by-step by Noel Gregory & James Horton

• Publisher: Search Press
• Edition: BC Paperback
• Publication: 05 September 2011
• Size: 220x280 mm
• Illustrations: 300
• Pages: 160

In-depth expert teaching makes this a comprehensive guide to oil painting, drawing on the expertise of four respected and well-loved artists. There is a wide variety of styles and subjects shown and over 300 step by step photographs show how to paint many beautiful paintings.

This is a practical and comprehensive guide for all oil painting enthusiasts, from the beginner to the experienced artist. Starting with advice on materials, painting from photographs, colour and composition, it goes on to describe basic and more advanced techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, scumbling, dry brush, sgraffito, impasto and glazing and the wonderful effects they can produce. For those wanting to avoid the use of smelly additives like turpentine or white spirit, there is a section on water mixable oils. For readers who would like to see quick results, there is a section on instant oil painting, or painting in an intuitive, spontaneous way. Easy to follow step-by-step demonstrations show the reader how to paint landscapes, sea and sky, still life and flowers, and each section is accompanied by a selection of inspirational paintings by the four featured artists, in a rich variety of styles.

1) Four respected and well-loved authors share their expertise, offering a wide variety of styles for readers to admire and emulate.
2) A comprehensive guide to oil painting, including many techniques, styles and subjects.
3) Step-by-step photographs and clear instructions show literally every step to creating beautiful paintings, making oil painting accessible for beginners as well as more experienced painters.