Jump to ratings and reviews
Rate this book

Read This if You Want to Be Great at Painting

Rate this book
Painting isn't as hard as it looks. And it's fun. Whether you're a total beginner or have been painting for years, this indispensable guide cuts through the jargon and provides clear, practical advice and tips to help develop your skills. Techniques and ideas are described and explained, inspiring you to make your own great paintings. Addressing the fundamentals of painting with watercolour, oil and acrylic, the book encourages you to explore the limitless possibilities painting has to offer.

Read This if You Want to Be Great at Painting is an accessible and jargon-free guide to painting, including watercolour, oil and acrylic. The book includes more than 40 examples of great paintings by masters and contemporary artists and simple diagrams and practical activities help you practice each technique.

128 pages, Paperback

Published April 13, 2021

8 people are currently reading
68 people want to read

About the author

Selwyn Leamy

19 books7 followers

Ratings & Reviews

What do you think?
Rate this book

Friends & Following

Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!

Community Reviews

5 stars
7 (26%)
4 stars
12 (46%)
3 stars
5 (19%)
2 stars
2 (7%)
1 star
0 (0%)
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
Profile Image for Kathleen.
31 reviews
October 26, 2022
Really basic essentials guide that covers a wide range of information and tips.
Profile Image for Rhiannon Louis.
13 reviews
July 2, 2025
Good intro on concepts for people with no painting training, gives a good foundation to build off.
Profile Image for Peter Vegel.
396 reviews7 followers
October 20, 2022
Wonderful resource. On top made me discover many great artists. Good reference to keep around.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews

Can't find what you're looking for?

Get help and learn more about the design.