The Painter in Oil
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.96 (602 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0486448479 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 432 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-06-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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. 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. 64 illustrations enhance this informative manual.. Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, one of the foremost artist/instructors of the early 20th 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
About the Author Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, was a student of William Bouguereau, Aimee Morot, Tony-Fleury, and William Sartain.
Exactly what I wanted. I was looking for a book on realistic painting theory, and that's exactly what this is. It starts with details about what sort of paints will last the longest, what makes a good brush, how to stretch a canvas properly, etc.Next it talks about general ideas, like how colors and values relate to shading, and how to draw properly (drawing is the foundation of good painting).In. "study and practice of fine arts oil painting from a slightly different tack" according to Mike Ross. I hadn't previously read this book, supposing, in error, that it was the same as Max Doerner's book, 'The Materials of the Artist,' inasmuch as the cover art is identical: a picture of Goya at work painting. It approaches the study and practice of fine arts oil painting from a slightly different tack than Doerner. He writes from the end of the 19th century, and has the adva. Great Reprint. Richard Luschek One of the best books on painting I have read. Old copies have always been way out of my price range.There are a few minor typos that I assume are from digital scanning that were not caught, but the book was in great shape and shipped fast.
. Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, was a student of William Bouguereau, Aimee Morot, Tony-Fleury, and William Sartain