The Artist's Chromatic Hand-Book (Classic Reprint): Being a Practical Treatise on Pigments; Their Properties and Uses in Painting, to Which Is Added a Few Remarks on Vehicles and Varnishes - Couverture souple

Ridner, John P.

 
9781330175118: The Artist's Chromatic Hand-Book (Classic Reprint): Being a Practical Treatise on Pigments; Their Properties and Uses in Painting, to Which Is Added a Few Remarks on Vehicles and Varnishes

Synopsis

Master pigments, vehicles, and varnishes explained for artists of every level. A practical guide to the properties and uses of pigments, with notes on testing quality and avoiding common frauds. Learn how colors behave in oil and water media, and how to choose the right vehicles and varnishes to protect and perfect your work.



This edition compiles essential guidance on selecting durable pigments, understanding color relationships, and applying finishing varnishes. It emphasizes practical, field-tested advice over theory, helping painters avoid common missteps and disappointment in color results. The book also offers checks and tests to verify pigment authenticity and to anticipate how different pigments will interact under various conditions.




  • Clear explanations of pigment families, with emphasis on permanence and body

  • Practical tests to identify frauds and questionable materials

  • Guidance on oil and water media, including ground preparation and proper mixing

  • Varnish techniques and the rationale for using specific resin and oil blends



Ideal for artists, students, and color enthusiasts seeking reliable, hands-on instruction you can apply in studios and classrooms.

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