On Location - Plein Air Painting In Pastel [Hardcover]

Richard McDaniel (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2005

In this helpful guide, one of the giants of landscape painting gives invaluable advice that will help artists make the most of plein air painting. Readers will find instruction on application methods, procedures, and techniques that work, as well as how to transport finished pastels so they aren't damaged; 6 full-length, step-by-step demonstrations painted on site showing readers how to evaluate a scene and capture the mood; and, guidance for making quick on-site reference sketches that can be turned into full-scale paintings back in the studio.

Once readers try these proven methods, they'll be so satisfied with their outdoor work that they'll want to go straight back out again.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: International Artist (May 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1929834594
• ISBN-13: 978-1929834594
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #835,807 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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51 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Review of "On Location: Plein air Painting in Pastel" - Deborah Chapin, June 28, 2005

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Deborah J. Chapin (Seabrook, MD) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: On Location - Plein Air Painting In Pastel (Hardcover)

As beautifully written as painted, this book "On Location" makes me want to paint in pastel even though I am a die hard oil painter of 25 years. Richard McDaniel will undoubtedly be recognized as one of the leading painters working on location in this era of plein air painting. As a painter he brings to the art world well composed, drawn, and executed works of art and yet never loses his sense of artistic touch in the delicate balance between bold color, subtle nuance and overlay upon this sound structure. What is all the more remarkable is his sense of paint, his touch and "brushwork" is as fresh, creamy and alive as any oil painter using the alla prima technique.

As a writer his skills match his range in drawing and painting with his ability to interpret, explain and diagram his method to others... no easy task. This text is richly illustrated and also organized with logic and layout, it shows a thorough understanding of the subject and a clear mind at work carrying the reader from one point to the next. Ideas flowing, the text is a reference book of information and far more than just a simple "how to".

I have seen all the great works of plein air painters of the past through exhibits in the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, Metropolitan, Terra and the National Gallery during Carter Brown's era. Very few works by contemporary artists' stand up to my scrutiny on mental comparison to these works in touch, color, composition and technique as well as Richard's work. Any student or professional could benefit by adding "On Location" to their library and studying and reflecting upon this man's work.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent in every way on Plein Air Pastel painting, October 1, 2006

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Billy Goat Ranch "Art, Craft, & Book Junkie" (Hill Country, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: On Location - Plein Air Painting In Pastel (Hardcover)

The paintings, text, color schemes in this beautiful book are exactly to my taste, as are his other books. I even bought his great american pastel set to go along and am fired up to go paint- not easy to get me motivated but I am now!

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars gorgeous colors, January 5, 2007

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Andrea Hoffman "andy" (port st. lucie, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: On Location - Plein Air Painting In Pastel (Hardcover)

This beautifully executed book is not just for pastels. I use it for watercolor painting. The colors and layering are similar. Many, many breathtakingly beautiful artwork in this book. His work is excellent. If you aren't afraid to use deep, rich colors in your artwork, this is a very good book for ideas. I can't say enough about the use of color in this book. It is exquisite.