Land & Light Workshop - Capturing the Seasons in Oils

Download or read book Land & Light Workshop - Capturing the Seasons in Oils written by Tim Deibler and published by North Light Books. This book was released on 2004-10-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Paint the beauty of each season! If the thought of painting landscapes in oils seems daunting to you, this book by veteran artist Tim Deibler will put you at immediate ease. Tim's practical, time-tested instruction combined with tips, exercises and beautiful examples of his work, will help you visualize for others how you see the world around you—no matter what season it is. Tim teaches you how to paint successfully by beginning with the basics. You will: Master the four keys—shape, value, color, and edges—no matter what your painting style or media preference might be Plan any painting by using various block-in methods: monochrome, complementary color, full-color, and light and shadow block-in, or directly painting on the canvas Discover the secrets of successful plein air painting—choosing the right equipment, picking the best time of day to paint and settling on the lighting elements you'll use Understand the angles, shadows and reflections of light through each season, and practice painting the same scene throughout the year With Land & Light Workshop: Capturing the Seasons in Oils, it's easy to make your work stand out—whether it's with the sizzling hues of summer or the chilled blue tones of winter!