Oil painting for beginners

Összefoglaló

In its initial phases during the Renaissance, oil painting was considered to be the most beautiful invention of the fine arts. Its smooth and thick consistency allows for a great variety of textures and effects. This systematic and practical book offers novice oil paint enthusiasts all they need to know to begin using this medium. The book describes appropriate materials and provides illustrated technical tips. Illustrated with hundreds of color photographs and step-by-step examples, the art instruction books in this series introduce beginners to the fundamental principles and techniques of various traditional media.