A widely cited resource on painting in the style of the old masters, this classic guide contains a wealth of insights for amateur and professional artists. Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, one of the foremost artist/instructors of the early twentieth century, presents a master's course in the science and technique of painting that encourages the use of traditional tools and methods.
Parkhurst's four-part treatment encompasses materials, general principles, technical principles, and practical applications. Topics include canvases, easels, brushes, paints, and other tools; attitude and originality; drawing, perspective, light and shade, composition, and color; and sketching, still life, flowers, portraits, landscapes, and figures. Sixty-four illustrations enhance this informative manual.
A widely cited resource on painting in the style of the old masters, this classic guide contains a wealth of insights for amateur and professional artists. Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, one of the foremost artist/instructors of the early twentieth century, presents a master's course in the science and technique of painting that encourages the use of traditional tools and methods.
Parkhurst's four-part treatment encompasses materials, general principles, technical principles, and practical applications. Topics include canvases, easels, brushes, paints, and other tools; attitude and originality; drawing, perspective, light and shade, composition, and color; and sketching, still life, flowers, portraits, landscapes, and figures. Sixty-four illustrations enhance this informative manual.
The Painter in Oil
254
The Painter in Oil
254
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781023364362 |
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| Publisher: | Anson Street Press |
| Publication date: | 03/29/2025 |
| Pages: | 254 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.63(d) |