A compact, easy-to-carry reference guide packed with essential tips, techniques, and practical knowledge for artists of all levels . Quick and clever tips, together with practice projects will bring more life, soul and detail to your work . A go-to resource for the studio, the book covers everything you need: from color mixing and brush strokes to composition tips and material essentials . Crammed with quick-reference tables, practice drills, and helpful prompts, it ensures you have all the information they need right at their fingertips Whether you're exploring realism, abstraction, or impressionism, this book provides the concise, insightful knowledge that will enhance your oil painting practice and inspire your artistic journey. AUTHOR: Scott Maier is a professional artist and video producer living and working in Fort Collins, CO. Originally from Bath, ME, he holds a BFA in painting from the Maryland Institute College of Art, and a MFA in Painting from The University of Alaska, Fairbanks. For the past 15 years he has taught painting, drawing and design fundamentals at various colleges and universities.