Join Richard and friends as he deals with the task of painting with bright sunlight on his canvas, and then finishes his picture later in his studio. Along the way, enjoy and learn as the artist leads us through his technical expertise and thoughtful philosophy. Includes special feature

Alla Prima - the teaching standard for classical painting instruction. This must have book offers to painters the wisdom and technical savvy of a lifetime. Writing as an acknowledged master, Richard Schmid leads his reader gracefully through the fundamentals and subtleties of painting technique with refreshing clarity, authority and deep affection to all who strive for self-expression, regardless of skill level.

Working with Japanese white pine. Properties of white pine. Styles and elements. Artificial aging of wood. Use of tools. Methods of wire harnesses. Replanting and work with the roots. Working with branches and needles.

A must for all who love to watch paintings unfold. Richard offers 70 of his works painted from life, many shown in sequences from beginning to end, while he describes in detail how each was created.
With award-winning bonus film: "THE SECRET SQUINT," starring Richard as a young artist who discovers his magical painting powers."

A must for all who love to watch paintings unfold. Richard offers 70 of his works painted from life, many shown in sequences from beginning to end, while he describes in detail how each was created. Running time - 65 Minutes.With award-winning bonus film: "THE SECRET SQUINT," starring Richard as a young artist who discovers his magical painting powers.

Because landscape photographers are at the mercy of quickly changing weather, uneven illumination, poor contrast or limited tonal range, and other elements, this book shares the skills and techniques needed to turn these liabilities into assets. It explores types of landscape photography, explains what equipment works best, and describes how to find a balance between creativity and technique. It tells how to see the palette of natural light and the tonalities that make for outstanding photography and discusses focus, depth of field, and controlling tonalities in black- and-white landscapes.