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The Oil Painter's Bible: An Essential Reference for the Practicing Artist (Artist's Bibles)

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Chartwell Books
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Publication date
May 19, 2009
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A clear, beautifully illustrated reference guide to materials, color, techniques, subjects, and more. Oil painting can seem like a challenge when you start out, but you can learn how to use and enjoy one of the most satisfying painting mediums with this well-organized, handy guide. It contains essential information on the materials, equipment, and techniques for creating accomplished works in oils. Step-by-step sequences show how to paint a range of themes, from still life to portraits and landscapes, with advice on more difficult subjects. Packed with helpful illustrations and an inspiring gallery of artworks, The Oil Painter's Bible also includes suggestions for presenting your finished paintings and how to go about getting your work seen and exhibited. Read more

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Publisher Chartwell Books
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Publication date May 19, 2009
Language English
File size 15.0 MB
Screen Reader Supported
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Very good quick reference for color mixing
Format: Spiral-bound
Very handy
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2026 by Ahmad
Great little book
Format: Spiral-bound
Love how it lays flat! Lots of little tidbits in here for a beginner
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2026 by Brenis Thompson
This Book Should Be Next to Every Easel
Format: Spiral-bound
I've been painting for over 20 years and have many painting technique books. When an artist friend suggested this book I thought twice before buying yet another book - but I gave it a look and liked it very much. This is the BEST book - very helpful both to beginners and experienced artists. My copy now lives on the cabinet I use as my palette area and I refer to it often. Go ahead and buy this book, do yourself a favor - it's full of useful information and very well written. Also spiral bound so lays flat. The Oil Painter's Bible is my all time favorite, most useful painters reference book ever. Saying I highly recommend it is an understatement. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2011 by CBirdieB
A good oil painting guide
Format: Kindle
There is a lot of good information in this book. I knew most of the information in this book. Definitely learned some new tips.
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2018 by Kindle Customer
Amazing course in painting and art appreciation.
Format: Spiral-bound
This extremely durable spiral-bound book, with heavy wipe-clean covers, is amazing. It is so well and engagingly written, you can just sit and read it for pleasure. Or you can use it as a reference book, it is so well organized. Or it can be your tutor in learning to paint with oils. But it also is a great course in art appreciation -> I have not yet painting a simple stroke, but have read it from cover to cover, and now I can't wait to get to an art gallery to inspect the paintings, because I have such an enhanced new appreciation for the various techniques that go into an oil painting. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2014 by ResearcherRose
Love these Bibles series
Format: Kindle
They are very thorough and have great illustrations and photos. I highly recommend them for anyone who wants to learn about painting.
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024 by er2014
Wonderful reference book for the beginner
Format: Spiral-bound
I recently spent a week at a folk art school in NC taking a week of oil painting classes for beginners. Returning home I went to my local library looking for something that I could relate to as well as my instructor and found The Oil Painter's Bible. It has so much information for the beginner that I ordered the book and refer to it every time I practice my painting. It is easy to follow and gives explanations that the novice can understand. Once I used it I knew that I had to have it for my permanent collection of books. Great book. Highly recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2008 by D. Gore
Lots of useful information for newbie painters.
Format: Spiral-bound
Covers just about any topic of interest for a beginning artist. Good index makes it easy for me to find what I'm looking for.
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2023 by Giskard Reventlov
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