From rear cover notes by the author: "Early Masters such as Rembrandt applied multiple layers of transparent paint to produce the deep, glowing hues and darks which typified their work; darks which seethed with hidden colour. The range of rich hues employed by these earlier painters gave a mysterious depth and intensity to their work, a richness and luminosity which only the glazing technique can give. The aim of this book is to equip today's artist with the technique of glazing developed by the Masters. Lessons from the past brought fully up to date."

Glazing with an emphasis on the craft of painting

Michael Wilcox

The School of Colour publishing

Based on his study of paint pigments, Wilcox found that grade school formulas for mixing colors don't work. Tossing out tradition, Wilcox effectively transforms color mixing from a process of chance to one of choice. Previous edition sold 30,000 copies. 480 color illustrations.

Blue and Yellow Don't Make Green (Colour Workshop)

Arts & Photography

History & Criticism

HarperCollins New Zealand

This is probably the most comprehensive book on the subject ever written. The realist as well as the abstract painter rarely produces outstanding colour work. Why should this be so, given the wide range of artist's colours now available? The Artist's Colour Solutions CD ROM and Home Study Courses are designed to accompany the book. We find the colours which surround us in the countryside, rainforest, desert, plain or seascape always balance beautifully. Yet when artists attempt or depict these very scenes in their work the colours seldom harmonize to the same extent. The Realist as well as the abstract painter rarely produces outstanding work. Why should this be so, given the wide range of artist's colours now available? the answers lie in this book. Your work could improve dramatically as you come to understand this vital area.

Advances in Colour Harmony and Contrast for the Artist

Roundhouse Publishing Group

Almost everybody decorates their home at one time or another. Some decorate many homes. The universal questions are always; What colours should I use? What goes with what, and why? Whether the home decorator wants to bring a soft harmonious feeling to a room, make it appear wider, taller or longer, or seeks to make a bold statement, colour is vital. The usual 'inspiration' is in the form of a bewildering range of pre-mixed colors in the hardware store. This book offers complete guidance; from the selection of a colour arrangement to the actual mixing of the chosen hues. Over 1,000 colour combinations are offered, together with examples of rooms decorated using the arrangements shown. The reader can choose to decorate individual rooms in isolation or to take an ever changing theme from room to room, leading to a blend of harmonies throughout the home. Advice is given, and examples shown, of the different approaches which can be taken to make over different rooms, from the kitchen to the bedroom. Also on how to make a room appear to be larger, higher or smaller. Most of us would like a 'longer' hallway and a 'larger' kitchen. Most importantly, the reasons why certain colour arrangements harmonize, contrast, appear larger or smaller are clearly explained. The difference between finishes is also illustrated, from matt to semi gloss to gloss.

Advances in Colour Harmony & Contrast for the Home Decorator

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Crafts & Hobbies

School of Color Publishing

The Colour Notes series is aimed at the keen amateur artist struggling, as always, to mix and use colour. A series of paintings and studies is shown with full guidance given to mixing and applying the colours used. Following very extensive research the subjects have been carefully chosen to answer the most commonly expressed questions. The artist will collect the books in order to cover the wide range of subjects tackled.

Depicting the Colours in Skies

Michael Wilcox School of Co

The range of colours offered by nature is immense. If we then add the variety of textures and the varying influence of the light there is a great deal to consider. The floral artist or botanical illustrator faces a considerable challenge in portraying even a tiny part of this array. This book offers guidance to the mixing and application of colour to depict this timeless subject. Please note: a copy of our Colour Mixing Swatch Book will be helpful if you wish to obtain the maximum from this book.

Depicting the Colours in Flowers

The vast range of skin, hair and eye colours presented to the portrait artist is just the beginning when it comes to painting another person's likeness. Factors such as changes in the light also have to be considered. Those who tackle this subject face a wide variety of challenges and deserve all the help possible. This step by step book will assist the portrait artist to mix and apply colour with confidence. An easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide towards accurate colour mixing and use. Learn how to mix the wide range of hues required for these timeless subjects. Please note: a copy of our Colour Mixing Swatch Book will be helpful if you wish to obtain the maximum from this book.

Depicting the Colours in Portraits

Depicting the Colours in Textures

This book shows the artist how to mix and apply the colors found in water. The artist is taken one step at a time towards the mixing of suitable colors to accurately depict the sea in its various moods, streams, rivers, lakes and puddles. A must for the realist artist

Depicting the Colors in Water: From the Sea, to a River to a Puddle, Mix the Colors You Need to Depict Water in All Its Moods - Quickly and Accurately (Color Notes Series)

Craig Letourneau

School of Color Publications

No highlighting neither underlining pages.

Depicting the Colors in Trees and Bushes: Mix the Varied Hues of Trees and Bushes, Quickly & Accurately

The Michael Wilcox School of Color Publishing Ltd.

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