A System Of Watercolor Painting

By Aaron Edwin Penley

Book Overview

A System of Watercolor Painting is a book written by Aaron Edwin Penley and originally published in 1850. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of watercolor painting, covering everything from materials and techniques to composition and color theory. Penley begins by discussing the various types of watercolor paints, brushes, and paper available to artists, and goes on to explain how to mix colors, create washes, and use various painting techniques to achieve different effects. He also provides detailed instructions on how to paint various subjects, including landscapes, still lifes, and figures. Throughout the book, Penley emphasizes the importance of observation and careful study, and provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts he presents. A System of Watercolor Painting is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning the art of watercolor painting, whether they are beginners or experienced artists looking to improve their skills.Being A Complete Exposition Of The Present Advanced State Of The Art, As Exhibited In The Works Of The Modern Watercolor School.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436754054
• ISBN13: 9781436754057
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"