Controlled Painting

by Frank Covino

Book Overview

Learn to paint like the masters with Frank Covino

After years of intense study, calculation, and practice, Frank Covino has perfected the painting techniques used by 17th Century masters like Leonardo da Vinci to imbue their work with a sense of realism and life unmatched by other painters. Using a system based on a controlled palette of mixed values, Covino presents clear and detailed techniques for applying centuries-old methods for intentional,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1626542805
• ISBN13: 9781626542808
• Release Date: November 2015
• Publisher: Echo Point Books & Media
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"

Customer Reviews

Wonderful Information.

I am new to the painting world. I found this book to be full of wonderful information to get me started. Not only does it cover painting technique, but it also teaches you how to properly prepare and create the initial sketch. It's a very interesting and informative book.

Learn From A Master

Frank Covino teaches old Masters oil painting methods. Everything is controlled, from palette to final brushstroke: a method that works well. These principals of oil painting are also covered by Covino in video tapes and DVD formats. If you are interested in learning or improving oil painting skills, this is the teacher I'd recommend.