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The Painter in Oil
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #111964 in Books
- Published on: 2006-06-09
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 432 pages
Features
- ISBN13: 9780486448473
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Editorial Reviews
About the Author
Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst, was a student of William Bouguereau, Aimee Morot, Tony-Fleury, and William Sartain.
Customer Reviews
Exactly what I wanted.
I was looking for a book on realistic painting theory, and that's exactly what this is. It starts with details about what sort of paints will last the longest, what makes a good brush, how to stretch a canvas properly, etc.
Next it talks about general ideas, like how colors and values relate to shading, and how to draw properly (drawing is the foundation of good painting).
In the last part of the book, it covers specifics, like how to paint a good still life, and how to paint figures.
This book isn't a formula book, like something from Bob Ross, but gives you in depth theory and a detailed look into the neoclassical style of painting. It was written in the late 1800's, so the writing has a certain charm, but it isn't difficult to read at all.
The book itself is very sturdy and the font is easy to read.
A Wealth of Knowledge
I am amazed at how much Parkhurst knew about painting. Much of this knowledge has been lost to many contemporary art schools so I am very thankful Parkhurst took the time to write this book. It takes a little while to get past his older writing style but it is not too bad. He has a great sense of humour that comes through as well.
Classical painters are less dogmatic than modern artists!
Great. Clear and concise neo-classical painting technique coupled with beautiful writing on the subject of perception. Soulful.
From the book:
The painter should not be hampered by process; he should not be controlled in the expression of himself by tradition. He should feel free to use any or all means to bring about the result he aims at, and he should allow no tradition or point of view to prevent him from selecting whichever means will most surely or, satisfactorily bring about his true purpose.
