Oil Painting Workbook
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Author(s)Stan Smith
PublisherDavid & Charles
ISBN / ASIN0715327704
ISBN-139780715327708
Sales Rank1,197,675
MarketplaceUnited States 🇺🇸
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This is a complete painting course for the beginner in ten easy-to-follow lessons, designed to make oils accessible to everyone. Principles and approaches are explained in a simple and logical way using practical examples, step-by-step demonstrations and illustrated with finished paintings. This work demonstrates the versatility of oil paint and how to take advantage of its slow drying time, which means that the paint remains flexible and mistakes can easily be rectified. Fundamental techniques are explained in a straightforward fashion, although readers are also encouraged to experiment, leaving room for artistic integrity.