Paint with the Impressionists

A step-by-step guide to their methods and materials for today's artists

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An easy-to-master, fun-to-do, step-by-step guide to making your own Impressionist paintings

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ISBN: 9780500295052 Category:

Jonathan Stephenson

Description

In this innovative approach to Impressionism and its methods, Jonathan Stephenson’s instruction enables amateurs the world over to paint like the Impressionists. Vibrantly illustrated in colour throughout, both with well-known works of art and step-by-step examples, the book shows how the masters achieved their diverse effects and how their ideas and styles can be adapted to today’s tastes. Sections on the artists provide fascinating insights into individual techniques: learn how Monet produced his oil colour sketches, or how Sisley created his atmospheric landscapes. With an introduction providing the historical background to Impressionism, and a comprehensive section on artists’ materials, this is a highly practical book that will appeal both to beginners and more experienced artists, as well as to the many thousands of of people inspired by the brilliance and beauty of Impressionist painting.

Additional information

Weight 617 g
Dimensions 24.2 x 21.3 cm
Publisher name Thames and Hudson Ltd
Publication date 1 April 2019
Number of pages 160
Format Paperback / softback
Dimensions 24.2 x 21.3 cm
Weight 617 g