Written by a famous American painter and teacher; whose landscapes are found in many of the worlds most noted museums; this book is known as one of the art students most helpful guides. It provides a wealth of advice on the choice of subject; it tells what to look for and aim for; and explains the mysteries of color; atmospheric conditions; and other phenomena to be found in nature. Through his profound understanding of the physical nature of landscapes and his highly developed artistic sense; John Carlson is able to explain both the whys and the hows of the various aspects of landscape painting. Among the subjects covered are angles and consequent values (an insightful concept necessary for strong overall unity of design); aerial and linear perspective; the painting of trees; the emotional properties of line and mass in composition; light; unity of tone; choice of subject; and memory work. In the beginning chapters; the author tells how to make the best of canvas; palette; colors; brushes; and other materials and gives valuable advice about texture; glazing; varnishing; bleaching; retouching; and framing. Thirty-four reproductions of Mr. Carlsons own work and 58 of his explanatory diagrams are shown on pages adjoining the text. As Howard Simon says in the introduction: "Crammed into its pages are the thoughts and experiences of a lifetime of painting and teaching. Undoubtedly it is a good book for the beginner; but the old hand at art will appreciate its honesty and broadness of viewpoint. It confines itself to the mechanics of landscape painting but; philosophically; it roams far and wide. . . . This is a book to keep; to read at leisure; and to look into for the solution of problems as they arise; when the need for an experienced hand is felt."
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. ... to understand it in order tu build new and better cities. The book is fitted for professional city ...By johmhoffmannJan Gehl provides an interesting perspective in the study of urban life and how to understand it in order tu build new and better cities.The book is fitted for professional city planners and enthusiast alike; since it provides simple tools and techniques to work on community building.I very much enjoyed this book.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Excellent practical new bookBy Vicente Del RioExcellent new book by Gehl and his collaborator Svarre. A great account of the evolution of studies of public life and a description of a series of methods to study behavior in public spaces. Goes beyond his couple of previous books which were pretty much the same and did not break any new ground. Too bad the graphic designer who did the cover of this book did not notice he is advertising Stella Artois... or maybe that was his intention.. (top right corner).0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy CassieWonderful book!