Publisher's Synopsis
""Portrait and Figure Painting"" by Jerry Farnsworth is a comprehensive guide to painting portraits and figures. The book is designed for both beginners and experienced artists who want to improve their skills in creating realistic and expressive portraits and figures. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the fundamentals of drawing and painting, color theory, composition, anatomy, and the use of light and shadow. Farnsworth provides step-by-step instructions on how to create portraits and figures in different styles, from classical to contemporary.The book is filled with beautiful illustrations and photographs that demonstrate the techniques and concepts discussed in the text. Farnsworth also includes tips and advice from other professional artists, as well as exercises and assignments to help readers practice and develop their skills.Overall, ""Portrait and Figure Painting"" is an excellent resource for anyone interested in painting portraits and figures. It is a comprehensive and practical guide that covers all aspects of the art form, from the technical aspects of painting to the creative process of capturing the essence of a subject.A Revised And Enlarged Edition Of Learning To Paint In Oil.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.