Title: Solid art instruction in a fun format
Review: This book gives a lot of vauable information about color theory and design, and does it in a fun and non-intimidating way. There is a good introduction to the basic tools and materials of painting, presented in user-friendly non-technical language. The whole idea of the book is to get you started without a lot of fuss. After a brief intorduction, you just jump in and paint! The author focuses on acrylic paint and pastels, which are easy to use and readily available. But you could transfer these ideas to any medium once you understand the thought process. I'm an experienced painter with formal education and years of practice, and I had fun working through this book. I would definitely recommend it for complete beginners. But also for more experienced artists or advanced students who are feeling stale or blocked in their creativity. I think it would also be an excellent resources for teachers, especially in adult education.
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