Product Description

Harley Brown offers artists his "truths" for painting success--the stuff he hopes they teach in art school. A well-established artist, Brown has gained a large following with his frank, no-nonsense approach to teaching art. Twelve knock-out chapters include:

* What every artist should do first. Harley's own cheap and dirty way to start a painting
* Composition--who needs it? See why most paintings are boring. And why a few will knock your socks off.
* Working with color. Stay miles ahead of the person who skips this chapter!
* Going on from here. Your greatest obstacle isn't skill...it's attitude.
* Plus, 30 magic solutions to common problems, 15 things to leave out of a painting, 24 painting sins and much more!

Supplementing Brown's advice are more than 10 step-by-step painting demonstrations in oil and pastel. His unique offerings are sure to enlighten and entertain painters of all skill levels and backgrounds.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #250534 in Books
• Published on: 2001-03-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 144 pages

Review
"A genius painter ... a genius teacher. Each page I open says something I need to know." -- Marjorie Cooke, The Artist's Magazine, Volume 5, Number 292, March 2001

"Everything covered from the most sweeping principles to the smallest detail ... for every artist ... inspiring ... a legendary teacher." -- Libby Fellerhoff, The Artist's Magazine, Volume 5, Number 292, March 2001

"Everything covered from the most sweeping principles to the smallest detail...for every artist...inspiring...a legendary teacher." -- Libby Fellerhoff, North Light Magazine. Mar. 2001

"Finally, a professional artist giving you the wisdom and techniques of art that you've always needed." -- Harley Brown

"This book is the most difinitive...a killer, full of wit and wisdom." -- Danny Medina, Art Talk. Jan. 2001

From the Publisher
"The essence of what he has learned from about his thousands of students and the way they learn is contained in these pages. Recognized as one of the most accomplished artists in his field."

From the Author
This is the book I would have wanted to learn from. One of my colleagues remarked: "You've given out all the 'secrets,' you might just as well retire!" Another said: "This book would have saved me years of struggle." It's gratifying to know that my book has already made quite a difference with so many artists. It's all here for the taking.

Customer Reviews

Wisdom, but without taking himself too seriously
Mr. Brown's Eternal Truths is the kind of book I have picked up again and again. Not so much for the artistic advice, as for the cheerful inspiration that fills every page. It inspires me to actually head to my art table and begin painting, which is much more than most books. And, most especially, Mr. Brown approaches everything (his paintings, his advice, his life) with humor and joy. A lesson to us all.

Insights and Inspiration
This book is an amazing compendium of technique infused with insights that will inspire artists to rethink what, why and how they paint. Set up casually with plain talk, it belies the great book design and wonderful artwork. I highly recommend this book to all artists who aspire to do better!

Harley Brown's Eternal Truths for Every Artist
Fantastic book, and highly recommended for anyone wanting to get inside the "meat" of an art instructional manual. Harley has a wonderful sense of humor, and an easy way of explaining his procedures. I have read it through cover to cover, and use it to reference repeatedly.
Next purchase, is Harley's newest book.