Oil: Land and Sea (HT183) [Paperback]

Vernon Kerr (Author)

Book Description

Series: How to Draw & Paint/Art Instruction Program

Whether your subject is the land or the sea, painting in oil is a delightful pursuit! Vernon Kerr invites you into his artistic world as he teaches you how to re-create an array of beautiful seascapes and landscapes in oil. With tips on choosing the best painting surfaces and materials, the book explains the artistÆs personal approach to painting. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions explain how to paint backlit subjects, how to use colors effectively, how to prepare painting surfaces, and more, with special attention given to painting sunsets, snow, leaves, sand, rocks, clouds, and other natural elements. Meanwhile helpful hints on composition, perspective, texture, and contrast help make this an essential addition for every artistÆs library.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 32 pages
• Publisher: Walter Foster (January 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0929261682
• ISBN-13: 978-0929261683
• Product Dimensions: 13.5 x 10.2 x 0.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,109,856 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Home & Garden > Crafts & Hobbies > Painting

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LAND & SEA, December 5, 2009

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KENNETH A. SCHUCK "SABREBLUE 2" (AZ...USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oil: Land and Sea (HT183) (Paperback)

JUST AS IT SAYS........THIS BOOK IS USEFUL TO ANY ARTIST FOR INSTRUCTION IN THIS MEDIUM AND SKILLS TO REPRESENT THE REALISM OF LANDSCAPES OR SEA COASTS........