A practical guide to learn painting in oils, with simple exercises and
step-by-step demonstrations.
Bestselling artist and writer Hazel Soan has distilled her art teaching
into the things that matter most and can be digested in a short period
of time. Learning to paint is one of the life-long aspirations of many
of us and the techniques of oil painting can be picked up faster than
you think. And, as mistakes can be corrected much more easily in oils
than any other painting medium, it is the ideal medium for beginners.
In this concise book, Hazel Soan explains everything you need to know
about oils in an accessible way. She advises on the materials you need
(keeping things to a minimum), how to mix colours, basic brush
techniques and how to use a palette knife. The subjects covered range
from still life, flowers, animals, landscapes, figures and portraits.
Filled with easy-to-follow exercises and demonstrations, this is a
practical and helpful guide to learning to paint in oils very quickly.