Painting Clouds and Skies in Oils

Learn to capture the beauty and drama of the sky. A good sky is the essence of successful landscape and seascape paintings. This practical book covers everything you will need to know to paint a sky that captures the mood and atmosphere of a scene. With over 200 paintings, it explains techniques, demonstrates the painting process including step-by-step instruction on painting in oils with the alla prima technique. Advice is given on using alternative colours and creative interpretations and gives ideas to inspire and develop skills and a personal style. There is also detailed instruction on equipment, tone, composition and perspective and finally, practical advice on painting en plein air and travelling light.

Author: Mo Teeuw
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
Published: 11/27/2017
Pages: 160
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 11.00h x 23.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781785003455