A contemporary and accessible foundation of color theory and advanced techniques for the oil painter at every skill level "In The Oil Painter''s Color Handbook, Todd Casey presents priceless information that every art school should teach and every art student should learn. The book breaks down the subject of color into useful pieces of knowledge that painters can put into practice. He analyzes color in terms of light, value, pigment, mixing strategies, palette arrangements, and painting techniques. Each topic is clearly and succinctly explained in the text, illustrated with captions, charts, diagrams, and finished paintings. By the end of the book, the reader will have a clear understanding of how realist painters and illustrators have used color through history." - James Gurney, artist and author This is the most impressive and complete book on color ever produced. It covers a wide range of color concepts, including some I''d never seen before. It digs deeply into color harmony