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Alla Prima II Everything I Know about Painting by Richard Schmid
Richard Schmid, the legendary artist, offers the ultimate guide for both aspiring and experienced painters. Drawing on his classical training and years of painting and teaching, Schmid shares the techniques and insights that have established him as a master of alla prima. With warmth, clarity, and authority, he makes complex concepts easy to understand. His lessons provide valuable guidance for artists working in any style. I strongly encourage you to add this treasure to your collection. Learn More

Alla Prima II Companion: Richard Schmid's Materials, Tools and Techniques
Richard Schmid's Materials, Tools and Techniques - By Katie Swatland. The path to creating great works of art begins with knowing the capabilities of your materials and tools.Contained within the pages of this book are detailed descriptions of the processes that go into the creation of a painting.
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Luminous: The Art of Michael Lynn Adams
Painter Michael Lynn Adams explores how his childhood nurtured his artistic curiosity and shares methods for creating luminous works, illustrated with over 95 paintings and drawings.
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Lessons in Classical Painting: Essential Techniques from Inside the Atelier by Juliette Aristides
Lessons in Classical Painting presents aspiring artists with the fundamental skills and tools needed to master painting in the atelier style. With more than 25 years of experience in ateliers and as an art instructor, Aristides pairs personal examples and insights with theory, assignments, and demonstrations for readers, discussions of technical issues, and inspirational quotes.
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The Art of Still Life by Todd M. Casey
The Art of Still Life offers a comprehensive, contemporary approach to the subject that instructs artists on the foundation basics and advanced techniques they need for successful drawing and painting. In addition to Casey's stunning paintings, the work of over fifty past and present masters is included, so that the book is both a hardworking how-to manual and a visual treasure trove of some of the finest still life art throughout history and today.
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The Art Spirit by Robert Henri
"Art when really understood is the province of every human being." So begins The Art Spirit, the collected words, teachings, and wisdom of innovative artist and beloved teacher Robert Henri. Henri, who painted in the Realist style and was a founding member of the Ashcan School, was known for his belief in interactive nature of creativity and inspiration, and the enduring power of art.
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