The Guide To Oil Painting (1845)

By J. S. Templeton

Book Overview

The Guide To Oil Painting (1845) by John Samuelson Templeton is a comprehensive book that provides a complete guide to oil painting. The book covers everything from the basics of oil painting to advanced techniques, making it an excellent resource for both beginners and experienced artists.The book begins with an introduction to the materials and tools needed for oil painting, including paints, brushes, canvases, and other supplies. It then goes on to cover the basics of color theory, composition, and perspective, providing readers with a solid foundation for their painting practice.The Guide To Oil Painting also includes detailed instructions for a variety of painting techniques, including glazing, scumbling, impasto, and more. Each technique is explained in detail, with step-by-step instructions and accompanying illustrations to help readers understand the process.In addition to technique, the book also covers the history of oil painting, including the development of different styles and movements throughout the centuries. This section provides readers with a deeper understanding of the art form and its evolution over time.Overall, The Guide To Oil Painting is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in oil painting. Its comprehensive coverage of materials, techniques, and history make it a must-read for artists of all levels.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: 1165072742
• ISBN13: 9781165072743
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"