Painting Buildings in Oils (Willis James)(Paperback / softback)

Painting buildings is an exciting and versatile genre - it allows you to enjoy the lines of architecture but also to add feeling and context to a picture. This practical book explains the full depth of the subject, from first sketches to final presentation. Using a range of examples, it is packed with advice and information and follows the riches of painting the built landscape. Not just a handy reference, this is a beautiful and inspirational guide for every artist who wants to capture and interpret a scene. Topics covered include: Drawing - practice observation and sketching to identify the principal lines of view.Perspective - understand three-dimensional structures and their position to each other and in space.Oils - use the versatility of the paint to express and experiment with your ideas.Location - develop your paintings outdoors and in the
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