Landscape Painting Inside and Out: Capture the Vitality of Outdoor Painting in Your Studio With Oils

Book Description

Offers down-to-earth advice on painting gorgeous outdoors scenes through 10 step-by-step demos Teaches painters how to master the art of observation Shows readers how to translate field notes and sketches into fully realized studio paintings The overwhelming beauty of the outdoors is one of the most inspiring - and elusive - subjects for painters. With Landscape Painting Inside and Out, Kevin Macphearson first shows readers how to see like an artist, then teaches them how to recreate their vision into stunningly realistic outdoors scenes. His insightful process encourages readers to focus on the small details to achieve big results.

Customer Reviews:

Excellent examples.......2007-09-19

This book gives practical, specific advice on improving your landscape painting technique. I especially like the illustrations. The paintings are beautiful and "fresh." Not your average landscapes. They inspired me.

shadows.......2007-09-10

Great book Good information but Kevin seems to lose his separation of the lights and shadows in some of his demos in the back of the book He talks about it but then shadows start getting to light in value and too much detail. This could be from the reproductions of his painting

Not as much "color and light" in this one........2007-08-11

Having read this author's previous book on putting color and light in your paintings, I was a little disappointed with this one---I expected more. The book was well organized, (had, once again, pages of stuff about selecting your brushes, etc.); the author set forth his view of a limited palette, and said that you needed to be excited about your painting---but I don't believe that he was excited when he wrote this. If he was, he didn't convey it well. Had a number of exercises, some reasonable, others only for the wealthy (use an entire tube of cadmium red light on your painting (That is, really thick!)

Anyway, having read through the book, I would not buy this book again --- that's the bottom line.

Wonderful instruction for the Plein-Air artist........2007-06-27

Kevin Macpherson gives thorough instructions in his book from colors used to composition. A beautiful book with many demonstrations. I would highly recommend to the beginning or advanced Plein-Air painter in oil.

A "Must Have" Resource.......2007-05-23

If you are an oil painter or even if you are a want-to-be painter, Kevin MacPherson's book is a terrific reference. Personally, I'm a Plein Air painter and Kevin is a master at painting on location. He covers what supplies you'll need and techniques in painting. I've had this book for some time and still refer to it often.

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best ever
Ten step-by-step projects for both beginners and advanced painters
Excellent book

Painting Landscapes Filled With Light
Dorothy Dent
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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ASIN: 1581807368

Book Description

The allure of dramatic lighting in paintings is irresistible for both artist and beholder, but achieving the effect is another matter. In 10 full step-by-step demonstrations, five acrylic and five oil, Dorothy Dent reveals the techniques behind the magic of light-filled landscapes in a variety of light and weather conditions that are reminiscent of Thomas Kincade. Readers will enjoy:

-Clear instruction from a true master on the painting of light, a perennially hot topic

-Self-critiques by the author showing the importance of those final perfecting touches

-Projects with varying levels of difficulty for a wide audience

-Introductory chapters to bring beginners up to speed and inspire confidence

With Dorothy's expert teaching and coverage of all four seasons, readers will be able to render realistic landscapes using this popular technique!

Customer Reviews:

best ever.......2007-07-18

I have many how to paint books and Dorothy Dent's are my favorite. This book includes 5 lessons in acrylic and 5 lessons in oils and her step-by-step instructions are very clear and easy to follow. She also includes exact colors to use which would be helpful to the beginner artist. I have recreated all of her pictures with surprising success. She also includes templates you can enlarge to transfer the image to your canvas. I would highly recommend this book and her other acrylic "Realistic Landscapes" step-by-step book.

Ten step-by-step projects for both beginners and advanced painters.......2006-04-03

Dorothy Dent's Painting Landscapes Filled With Light provides ten step-by-step projects for both beginners and advanced painters who want to paint light-filled landscapes depicting different seasons and times. Color values are surveyed in landscape projects which show how to capture sunsets and sunrises, autumn foliage, moonshine on water, and more. More than just an exercise book, each project includes diagrams showing light direction and color tonal values and a commentary on how experts fine-tune paintings such professional finishing touches.

Excellent book.......2006-03-19

Another excellent book from Dorothy Dent. From the beginner to the seasoned painter there is something for everyone to learn in this book. Her explanations of light are easy to understand and follow. Recommend highly.

Robert Warren's Guide to Painting Water Scenes

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not for acrylic painters
Excellent

Robert Warren's Guide to Painting Water Scenes
Robert Warren
Manufacturer: North Light Books
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Binding: Paperback

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Painting the Elements: Weather Effects in Oil, Acrylic And Watercolor

ASIN: 1581808518

Book Description

Easy & Effective Techniques for Luminous Water Effects

*Includes 12 fun, paint-along projects for all skill levels
* Provides easy-to-follow instructions with step-by-step color illustrations focused on water--a major painting theme
* Author is a nationally televised professional artist/teacher

Painting water effects can be a challenging task for any artist. This book allows every artist--from those taking their first "plunge" to seasoned painters--to create light-filled water scenes in a matter of hours! Renowned artist and teacher Robert Warren shares helpful tips, valuable insights and even his own "special secrets" for capturing crashing waves to placid lake reflections by starting with acrylics and finishing with oils.

Customer Reviews:

not for acrylic painters.......2007-07-18

Very good instructions but I searched for acrylic books and did not check close enough as acrylics are mentioned but this book is strictly for oil painters. Also, no templates.

Excellent.......2007-06-08

Robert Warren has outdone himself in composing this wonderful instructional book on oil painting-it is very well explained-this book is for intermediate to advance skill level.

Painter's Quick Reference: Trees & Foliage (Painter's Quick Reference)

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A must have book if you are painting trees
Trees & Foliage (Painter's Quick Reference)

Painter's Quick Reference: Trees & Foliage (Painter's Quick Reference)

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ASIN: 1581806132

Book Description

With the Quick Reference Series, painters who need fast instruction and inspiration finally have the perfect resource. And with Trees & Foliage, they now have the broadest collection of sample trees, shrubs, leaves, and grasses available on the market. Regardless of experience, readers will benefit from:

* Easy-to-follow directions with over 350 color photos providing step-by-step guidance

* A wide variety of plant life, shown in all four seasons, from multiple painters in a broad range of styles

* The accessible format, organized by subject matter

Trees & Foliage offers an invaluable combination of painting demonstration and idea swipe file guaranteed to bring success.

Customer Reviews:

A must have book if you are painting trees.......2007-09-20

This book is an excellent reference book for painting trees. It is very helpful.

Trees & Foliage (Painter's Quick Reference).......2007-03-19

Excellent -- was shipped in mint condition and promptly. This books throughly illustrates the methods and means of painting foliage and trees. Great book!

Land & Light Workshop: Painting Mood & Atmosphere In Oils (Land & Light Workshop)

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Very useful

Land & Light Workshop: Painting Mood & Atmosphere In Oils (Land & Light Workshop)
Carolyn Lewis
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Binding: Hardcover

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Painting Landscapes Filled With Light

ASIN: 1581806310

Book Description

Combining technical mastery with emotional impact to create a powerful, evocative scene is the ultimate goal of every oil landscape painter. Painting Mood and Atmosphere in Oils, the second title in North Light's Land & Light Workshop series, helps painters achieve that goal with:

-13 step-by-step demonstrations covering a variety of subjects and scenes

-A practical, down-to-earth guide to the art of capturing emotion, including valuable tips on painting from memory and painting from photos

-Resourceful sections on oil painting basics, including brushwork, composition and color mixing

Painting Mood and Atmosphere in Oils will help readers paint the landscapes of their heart.

Customer Reviews:

Very useful.......2006-10-12

This book presents some fine instruction and some fine illustrative paintings. The best part, for me, is that Ms. Lewis shows many color mixtures used to achieve many of the specific colors shown in her paintings. You can learn from this book.

Paint Red Hot Landscapes That Sell: A Sure-Fire Way to Stop Boring and Start Selling Everything You Paint in Oils

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ARE YOU KIDDING ME?
Wonderful style, great tips.
Red Hot Landscapes That Sell
The colors are too much
Above average

Paint Red Hot Landscapes That Sell: A Sure-Fire Way to Stop Boring and Start Selling Everything You Paint in Oils
Mike Svob
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1929834187

Customer Reviews:

ARE YOU KIDDING ME?.......2007-06-08

Just the cover of this book will tell you that you don't want to go here....The author likes graphic, garrish, monochromatic, in-you-face imagery, but without any "payoff" or even an anything-interesting focal point...the center of the composition on this cover, IS the center of interest (definitely a do not do this to your own compositions!)...and uh, are those vines or telephone wires, or is there a tornado here etc as a subject? I just personally can't stand these "how-to" style of artist/stylist/authors and shlocky color artists of this genre. Get away from fine art and into scenic background painting-big and splashy for the local high school theatre arts group and stay away from your easel with this stuff!! A TOTAL WASTE OF MONEY UNLESS YOU'RE A HALF-BLIND COPYIST...Sorry Svob, it just stinks and that's my opinion...

Wonderful style, great tips........2005-08-09

mike svob's book is a great resource, he shares his style and ideas, so we too, can "Paint Red Hot Landscapes That Sell".

Red Hot Landscapes That Sell.......2005-02-22

I am new to the art of painting. I've bought lots of books on the subject but none of them has given me the urge to paint like this one does. I saw a larger picture of this book on a differant website and the front cover spoke to me. I'm glad i listened.
The way he simplifies the painting process is exactly what i've been looking for. If your a painter set in your ways this may not be for you but it's awesome for a beginer.
If you don't like the art don't buy the book. If you like the cover you really should check out the art inside it's fantastic.

The colors are too much.......2005-01-29

This was an example of not being able to look into the book prior to purchase. I would not have bought the book. Reds and Oranges just make me nervous and most of his paintings are filled with them. The paintings are dramatic, however most of them disturb me with their colors and I cannot paint that way. I suppose some of the advice is good that's why there are three stars. He is definitely a very talented artist but not for me.

Above average.......2004-12-13

I find this book disjointed and poorly written. The headlines are not followed through in the body of the pages. Perhaps someone who hasn't painted much would find it helpful, but Svob is mostly talking about compositional tricks. There are much better books on composition out there. If you like bright, garish colors, then this is the book for you. If you are weak in composition, then you might learn something too. Otherwise, I'd pass this book by. It does not deliver on the title, Paint Red Hot Landscapes that Sell.

Painting With Brenda Harris: Lovely Landscapes (Painting With Brenda Harris)

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Painting With Brenda Harris: Lovely Landscapes (Painting With Brenda Harris)
Brenda Harris
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Popular TV instructor Brenda Harris' acrylic painting method produces realistic, startling results in just a few hours, even for the most inexperienced painters. As in her previous volumes, Brenda proves her gift for teaching is just as effective on the page as it is on TV. Lovely Landscapes offers readers:

-10 easy-to-follow step-by-steps that result in beautiful acrylic paintings

-Instruction with immediate take-away--no knowledge of art required

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-A disarming tone that encourages artists to trust themselves

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Capture the Charm and Tranquility of the Country

Nothing pleases the eye and stirs the senses quite like landscape paintings. Now you can experience the joy and satisfaction of painting your own charming country scenes with this complete step-by-step guide.

Inside you'll find 10 start-to-finish painting demonstrations that empower you to paint a range of realistic pastoral scenes, from dancing waterfalls and mountain pines to fragrant fields and rolling farmland.

Instruction includes:

Five step-by-step demonstrations in acrylic and five step-by-step demonstrations in oil with a conversion chart for using either medium successfully for any project
Beginner-friendly introductory chapters that cover the basics of capturing light, value, color and texture
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Subjects spanning a variety of seasons and country vistas

Every delicate detail is clearly illustrated with hand-in photographs, so you can achieve complete success with each composition. Whether you're a seasoned painter, or you just want to try your hand at a new subject or medium, Painting Peaceful Country Landscapes is the perfect guide for you. Great painting awaits. Pick up a brush and start today!

Painters Quick Reference: Flowers & Blooms

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This third installment in the Painter's Quick Reference series combines the ideas and inspiration found in "swipe file" books with the simple instruction of step-by-step demonstrations. Painters of all skill levels can dive into 52 flower-painting demos displaying a variety of techniques. The guide has:

-Quick ideas for any painting project

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-Streamlined demos averaging four to eight steps

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This latest addition to the popular Painter's Quick Reference series tackles a perennially favorite subject matter--landscapes. With instruction for acrylic, watercolor and oil painters, this guide:

-Gives readers countless ideas for gorgeous landscape elements, from the perfect trees and shrubs to clouds, skies, hills, mountains, flowers, water and more

-Offers quick success through more than 40 easy demonstrations--only four-to-twelve steps each!

-Features inspiring samples and variations from such top artists as Claudia Nice, Lian Zhen, Kerry Trout and Hugh Greer

With ideas for different seasons, times of day and weather conditions, this fun, flippable book is the perfect creative boost for any landscape artist!

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