Oil Painting Step-by-step - Softcover

Gregory, Noel; Horton, James; Sanders, Michael; Lang, Roy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844486656 ISBN 13: 9781844486656

Publisher: Search Press, 2011

Synopsis

This is a practical and comprehensive guide for all oil painting enthusiasts, from the beginner to the experienced artist. Starting with advice on materials, painting from photographs, colour and composition, it goes on to describe basic and more advanced techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, scumbling, dry brush, sgraffito, impasto and glazing and the wonderful effects they can produce. For those wanting to avoid the use of smelly additives like turpentine or white spirit, there is a section on water mixable oils. For readers who would like to see quick results, there is a section on instant oil painting, or painting in an intuitive, spontaneous way. Easy to follow step-by-step demonstrations show the reader how to paint landscapes, sea and sky, still life and flowers, and each section is accompanied by a selection of inspirational paintings by the four featured artists, in a rich variety of styles.

About this title

About the Authors

Noel Gregory began his career studying at High Wycombe College of Art and Bournemouth Teacher Training College, and for twenty-five years he owned an art gallery in Buckinghamshire, UK dealing with Victorian pictures and ultimately his own work. Specialising in oil painting, Noel became a successful and highly respected artist in his own right, working from his studio in Spain where he lived, and selling his work internationally. Noel wrote many books, published by Search Press, introducing artists of all abilities to the joys of oil painting. He sadly died in late 2017, but his wonderful sense of humour and joie de vivre will remain long in the memories of all who knew him.

James Horton is an experienced artist with a particular love of working from life. He has written numerous practical art books, including Learn to Draw the Figure, Pastel Techniques and Skin Tones. He teaches art in colleges around the UK, and has exhibited his work widely, including mixed exhibitions at the National Portrait Gallery, the Royal Academy and Royal Portrait Society. James works a great deal in India and since 2000 has been taking art groups to other locations including Tuscany, Venice, North Africa and Jordan. James lives in Cambridge, UK.

Michael Sanders studied graphic art at Plymouth College of Art and Ceramics at Bristol University. He went on to become a graphic artist and signwriter, then a potter, tutor and professional artist. He taught and ran painting holidays in the UK and Europe and regularly wrote articles for art magazines. He loved boats and travelling, and enjoyed music, the theatre and teaching art. Michael died in 2014.

Roy Lang writes 'I do not consider myself to be an artist; rather someone who has learnt to portray the sea's moods, colours and movements with paint on canvas.' Despite opting out of art at school at the age of thirteen, Roy started painting again in his late thirties while out of work. His understanding of the sea, mainly gleaned from angling in his youth, made up for his lack of any formal training in art. He now travels, giving demonstrations and workshops; and lives in the south-west of England.

From the Back Cover

This comprehensive guide to painting with oils draws on the expertise of four respected artists and includes a rich variety of styles and techniques. Easy to follow instructions show how to master techniques such as wet on wet, scumbling, sgraffito, glazing and using water mixable oils, and how to paint landscapes, sea and sky, still life and flowers.

* 13 demonstrations
* Over 300 step by step photographs
* An excellent reference book for beginners and experienced artists

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1) Four respected and well-loved authors share their expertise, offering a wide variety of styles for readers to admire and emulate.
2) A comprehensive guide to oil painting, including many techniques, styles and subjects.
3) Step-by-step photographs and clear instructions show literally every step to creating beautiful paintings, making oil painting accessible for beginners as well as more experienced painters.

Edition details

• Publisher: Search Press
• Publication date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1844486656
• ISBN 13: 9781844486656
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160