Painting Techniques

"Painting Techniques is a comprehensive account of the methods and materials of painting throughout the centuries, from early wall paintings to the avant-garde techniques and synthetic materials used by contemporary artists. The book outlines the historical development of technical knowledge and the major written sources, and goes on to describe the tools of the artist's trade, including supports, brushes and media, together with a survey of the pigments found in the artist's palette. The emphasis throughout is on the practical application of the techniques describe, and therefore working instructions and recipes are included."--BOOK JACKET.