painting

Captioned illustrations and simple text explain painting materials and equipment and basic techniques for oil paints, water colors, gouache and acrylics.

Explores 2000 years of art history by looking at paintings of flowers by various artists.

Uses several well-known paintings and suggested activities to introduce different artists' styles and techniques and to discuss ways to view a painting.

Presents information on art history and painting techniques along with information about the lives and work of a number of artists, through a series of paintings of children going about their lives.

Describes the life and work of the French Post-Impressionist artist, who tried new ideas in painting to express his love of nature.

A guide to drawing and painting fantasy beasts that uses step-by-step instructions and illustrations to explain how to create dragons, serpents, sea monsters, trolls, and centaurs.

A bear continues to paint what he likes despite criticism from two passing gentlemen.

Describes the basic skills, tools, and techniques needed to paint pictures, and includes step-by-step instructions and colorful illustrations.

Explains advanced theory and technique of oil painting. Includes information on materials and tools and advice for choosing pigments and canvas. Features techniques for creating oil paintings of landscapes, portraits, nudes, still life, and animal illustrations.

Describes the characteristics of colors, how to mix them, and the possible techniques for their use.