Painting the Nude in Oils : Book by Adele Wagstaff

Painting the Nude in Oils by Adele Wagstaff explores the enduring tradition of the painted nude, combining historical context with practical instruction in this expressive and rewarding medium. The book introduces the essentials of working with oils and offers clear guidance on techniques for capturing the beauty, structure, and subtle colouring of the human form. Adele highlights how paintings of the nude can convey relationships, personality and psychology, giving the subject both depth and resonance. Practical topics include selecting materials, understanding the colour palette, stretching canvas, and working with a model in the studio. Colour mixing exercises help develop an awareness of temperature and relationships, while step-by-step demonstrations show how a figure painting progresses from initial marks to a resolved artwork. Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd Paperback: 128 pages Dimensions: 280 x 220 x 10mm Language: English ISBN: 9781847979056