How to Judge of a Picture: Familiar Talks in the Gallery with Uncritical Lovers of Art

""How to Judge of a Picture: Familiar Talks in the Gallery with Uncritical Lovers of Art"" is a book written by John C. Van Dyke. The book provides a comprehensive guide for individuals who are interested in learning how to judge a picture. The author takes readers on a journey through various art galleries, providing them with practical advice and insights on how to appreciate and critique different types of art. The book is aimed at individuals who are not experts in art but have a love for it. Van Dyke's writing style is easy to understand, and he uses simple language to explain complex concepts. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of art, such as color, composition, and technique. The author also provides readers with tips on how to develop their own artistic skills, such as drawing and painting. ""How to Judge of a Picture"" is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of art and learn how to appreciate it better.1889. The main endeavor of this volume is to point out some general rules of art which may be practically applied in the gallery. Contents: Color and Harmony; Tone and Gradation; Light and Shade; Perspective and Atmosphere; Values; Textures and Qualities; Drawing and Form; Composition; The Object of Art; Ideas and Subjects; Style and Individuality; Oils, Watercolors, Pastels, Etchings and Conclusion. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.