This book takes advantage of the interest in trompe l'oeil by presenting a complete course in the basic techniques of painting realistic still lifes, florals and fruit. The author, an acknowledged master of realism among the decorative painters, takes a unique approach to this painting style, basecoating in acrylics, then highlighting and shading in oils. Subject matter of the ten projects includes favourites among decorative painters, glass jam jars, enameled tinware, water jugs, flowers, fabric, and wood - all important textures in still life painting. The tone of the book is friendly and encouraging, with hints, tips and problem/solution sidebars scattered throughout.
- ISBN10 1581802994
- ISBN13 9781581802993
- Publish Date 31 May 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 18 July 2008
- Publish Country US
- Publisher F&W Publications Inc
- Imprint North Light Books
- Format Paperback
- Pages 128
- Language English