Hints To Young Painters And The Process Of Portrait Painting As Practiced By The Late Thomas Sully (1873)

Hints To Young Painters And The Process Of Portrait Painting As Practiced By The Late Thomas Sully is a book written by the renowned American portrait painter, Thomas Sully, and published in 1873. The book is a comprehensive guide for young painters, providing them with valuable insights into the art of portrait painting. Sully shares his knowledge and experience on various aspects of portrait painting, including the selection of subjects, the importance of lighting and composition, the use of color and brushwork, and the techniques for achieving a lifelike representation of the subject. He also provides practical advice on the materials and tools needed for painting, as well as the proper care and maintenance of these tools.The book is divided into two parts. The first part, ""Hints To Young Painters"", is a series of essays in which Sully shares his thoughts and opinions on various aspects of painting. He discusses the importance of studying the works of the old masters, the role of imagination in art, and the need for constant practice and experimentation.The second part of the book, ""The Process Of Portrait Painting As Practiced By The Late Thomas Sully"", is a detailed account of Sully's own method of painting portraits. He describes his techniques for creating a preliminary sketch, building up the layers of paint, and achieving a realistic likeness of the subject. He also provides examples of his own work, including portraits of prominent figures such as George Washington and Andrew Jackson.Overall, Hints To Young Painters And The Process Of Portrait Painting As Practiced By The Late Thomas Sully is an invaluable resource for aspiring painters, providing them with a wealth of knowledge and practical advice from one of America's most celebrated portrait painters.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.