The Fundamentals of Painting. Complete Educational Guide: Composition, Perspective, Painting

The series of books "Classic Library on Drawing" includes rare antique editions that have both educational and bibliographic value. The publication "The Fundamentals of Painting. Complete Educational Guide: Composition, Perspective, Painting" includes three unique manuals: "A Popular Guide to the Study of Perspective and Shadow Theory According to the Drawing Course by d’Anrié" (the first edition was published in St. Petersburg in 1887), "A Practical Guide to Painting with Oil Colors, Watercolors, on Wood, Frescoes, Miniatures, Spraying on Wood, etc. by Professor F. Dietrich" (published in St. Petersburg in 1903), and "A Guide to Watercolor Painting by Armand Cassan" (the first edition was published in St. Petersburg in 1890). Such manuals provide the modern reader with a unique opportunity to peek into the workshop of an artist who lived 150 – 200 years ago and learn firsthand what he studied, what tasks he set for himself, how he worked, and what materials he used. Each of these books is a treasure trove of useful tips and professional secrets from the masters of the past. Many positions, comments, and conclusions of past researchers have not lost their value to this day and will undoubtedly help contemporary artists cope with the diversity of creative tasks that arise in the process of work. This guide, being a valuable resource on watercolor, oil painting, perspective, and shadow theory, will not only be a useful and interesting self-tutor for artists, but also an intriguing historical document for all painting enthusiasts