"This exhaustive study uncovers the trade secrets of the great masters through in-depth examination of 14 of the world's most famous paintings"--P. [4] of cover.

A revised and enlarged edition of Painting lessons from the great masters.

The whys and hows of the various aspects of landscape painting: angles and consequent values, perspective, painting of trees, more. 34 black-and-white reproductions of paintings by Carlson. 58 explanatory diagrams.

For centuries, artists have learnt from the art that came before them. This book explains how to make paint meaningful and imaginative responses to the works of the masters. There are step by step examples to illustrate how to get started and how to use thumbnail pencil sketches. Advice is given on how to make larger and slower drawings, and then oil-sketch copies of the masters' work. The author studies the composition, rhythms and colours of the masters and uses their work as a source to practise and understand paintings, and as a springboard for your own discovery and invention. This book explores how a brave and imaginative use of colour can reinterpret paintings to achieve a greater and more expressive effect. Images from the earliest art to the twentieth century are included to feed your creative imagination, and examples of contemporary interpretations to show you the way. With over two hundred inspiring images, it is a unique guide to developing your own artistic voice while studying and enjoying some of the art world's greatest treasures.

Discover master artists’ secrets as you learn how to draw fantastical dragons Similar to the award-winning Paint Like a Famous Artist, this title teaches aspiring artists how to create works of art that are inspired by great artists of the past. Combining clear art instructions for drawing dragons with magical “facts” and secrets from the exciting world of dragons, this book offers readers the chance to learn as they draw. A wide variety of artistic techniques are featured, including pencil drawing, pastel, acrylic, watercolor, and oil, to inspire artists to explore different mediums. Each technique is introduced by a master artist––such as Da Vinci, Reubens, or Picasso––so readers can discover new techniques and learn about famous artists at the same time!

Find 14 original works, more than 27 instructional videos, 14 exercises, and 70 suggested paintings to utilize for further practice. An augmented reality feature lets readers use their smartphones, tablets, or computers to scan and print original drawings, watch videos for techniques, and more.

Greek and Roman art methods, medieval techniques, tempera painting, van Eyck's revolutionary use of oil paints, Flemish methods of preparing colors, methods of 18th-century British artists, technical secrets of Italian schools, including such masters as Leonardo, Raphael, Correggio, Andrea del Sarto, and more.