The Art of Landscape Painting in Oil Colour

"The Art of Landscape Painting in Oil Colour" is a book written by Sir Alfred Edward East, a master landscape artist. It covers various topics such as sketching from nature, equipment, colour, composition, trees, skies, grass, reflections, and distance. The book is filled with timeless advice on oil painting techniques. Sir Alfred East had a unique talent for capturing the individuality of trees, with their leaves quivering against the sky. The book emphasises the importance of painting from life, rather than relying on photographs, as photographs lack the ability to capture the essence of a living thing. If you are interested in oil painting and landscape art, this book is an excellent guide for honing your skills and creating beautiful works of art.