examples step-by-step so that the novice can learn and build on fundamental skills. Each book contains exercises and accompanying guidelines that help the beginner learn the basics of painting and tackle commonly encountered problems. Color has always been one of the most valued sources of inspiration to artists, but remained a mystery until as late as two centuries ago. This tutorial explains the enigma of color in depth, and offers lessons showing which colors influence each other and ways to lighten and darken them. Also discussed are results of different color mixtures and techniques for applying mixtures over other colors.

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