Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting by John F. Carlson, Art Instruction
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Book Reviews of Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting
Book Review: A Classic and for very good reasons
Summary: 5 Stars
Carlson's Guide to Landscape Painting is simply the best all-around reference guide for anyone (beginner to professional artist) interested in mastering landscape painting. Every time I pick up this book I learn something useful regarding making creative, finished paintings. While the writing style is a bit dated, if the reader accepts this as part of the book's charm, it's an easy read. The final chapter is a wonderfully inspiring gift from a master artist.
Book Review: Superb instructional book
Summary: 5 Stars
I have read many books on how to paint over the years and some have been more or less useful. This book however is in a league apart. I would go as far as to say that if I had had just a small part of the information contained in these pages when I needed my painting would have improved years ago. If you want to understand how to paint landscapes effectively and understand the importance of sound basic principles and technique, don't hesitate, buy this book.Book Review: THE best landscape book I own.
Summary: 5 Stars
If I could only have one art instruction book, this would be it. I like that the artist's images are reproduced in black and white - better to understand the importance of value in a painting. This book is AWESOME! Excellent explanations of all aspects of landscape painting. I just bought a second copy in hard cover since my current copy is full of my highlighting and note taking. Carlson's guide is a classic.Book Review: A Tool for Teaching
Summary: 5 Stars
I am only half way through this book but am so glad my teacher recommended it. I have to read some of the lessons two or three times to be sure I understand all the fine points, and I am reading it very slowly.
When I finish, I'll go back and highlight passages for reference when I encounter a problem.
Very well written.
Book Review: one of the classics if you you paint
Summary: 5 Stars
Carlson really knows how to explain things in very simple terms. He gives us priorities for how to think about light and how it hits many of the natural things we see in landscape painting. This is a must read for anyone who does landscape painting. Do not be put off by the fact that there are few pictures. The text greatly overwhelms this.