This book, presents crystal clear, step-by-step lessons that build to reinforce learning. Brush control, creating the illusion of three dimensions, foolproof color mixing, still-life painting, landscapes, and portraits--every topic is covered in clear text, illustrations, exercises, and demonstrations. The author has taught oil painting for more many years. Everyone from beginning hobby painters, to art students, that has questions about oil painting. Here at last are the answers that will guide you through painting.