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| The Painter in Oil | 
 enlarge | Author: Daniel Burleigh Parkhurst
Publisher: Dover Publications
Category: Book
List Price: $16.95
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (5 reviews)
Sales Rank: 204320
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 432
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 6.1 x 0.9
ISBN: 0486448479
Dewey Decimal Number: 751.45
EAN: 9780486448473
ASIN: 0486448479
Publication Date: June 9, 2006
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Product Description
This four-part treatment encompasses materials, general principles, technical principles, and practical applications. Topics include canvases, easels, brushes, paints, and other tools; attitudes and originality; drawing, perspective, light and shade, composition, and color; and sketching, still lifes, flowers, portraits, landscapes, and figures. 64 illustrations enhance this informative manual.
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Exactly what I wanted. May 22, 2008
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
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.
Old School Art Theory May 18, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If your interested in oil painting and the theories behind it, this book is for you. Written about 100 years ago, the author treats you as a student as he explains the various materials and methods for a successful painting. From early sketches, to rough studies, to completed works, you should find what your looking for here.
A Wealth of Knowledge May 12, 2007
14 out of 17 found this review helpful
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! January 26, 2007
23 out of 29 found this review helpful
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.
Great Reprint. September 6, 2005
17 out of 24 found this review helpful
One of the best books on painting I have read. Old copies have always been way out of my price range.
There are a few minor typos that I assume are from digital scanning that were not caught, but the book was in great shape and shipped fast.
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