| Description |
216 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 18 cm |
| Summary |
"A guide to the materials and safe practices that will take your oil painting practice to new heights--whether you are just starting out, or have been painting for years"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction -- Understanding your materials. Your space ; Paint ; Mediums ; Solvents ; Brushes ; Palettes ; Surfaces ; Digital technology ; Non-art store supplies -- Best practices. Setting the table ; Tone your canvas first ; Color mixing golden rules ; Light over dark, fat over lean ; Think in three dimensions ; Studies & maquettes ; Cleaning brushes ; Storing your work ; Framing & painting the sides ; Documentation ; Varnishing ; Safety ; Art is love. |
| Summary |
Oil painting is a timeless yet endlessly adventurous medium, but many painters feel daunted by the variety of materials or the thought of using dangerous solvents. Brooks walks you through oil painting fundamentals: the nature and history of pigments, which materials you actually need, and how to eliminate harmful solvents from your work and replace them with safer, more environmentally friendly substitutes. -- adapted from back cover |
| Subject |
Painting -- Technique.
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Paint materials -- Safety measures.
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Artists' materials -- Safety measures.
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ART / Techniques / Oil Painting.
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SCIENCE / Chemistry / Industrial & Technical.
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Painting -- Technique. (OCoLC)fst01050624
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Artists' materials -- Safety measures.
(OCoLC)fst00817680
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Paint materials -- Safety measures.
(OCoLC)fst01050474
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| ISBN |
9781452184791 (paperback) |
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1452184798 (paperback) |
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