RARE TEXTBOOK: Alla Prima II Expanded Edition - Richard Schmid

THE OIL PAINTERS BIBLE Alla Prima II (Expanded Edition) by Richard Schmid

Up for auction is a highly sought-after copy of Alla Prima II: Everything I Know About Paintingand More by master painter Richard Schmid, with Katie Swatland.

Widely regarded as one of the most respected contemporary art instruction books ever published, this Expanded Edition includes the complete text of the original Alla Prima, enhanced with additional colour plates, technical breakdowns, and deeper discussion on values, edges, brushwork, and direct painting from life.

A superb reference book for oil painters, portrait artists, fine art students, and collectors of premium art books.

Features:

Expanded Edition hardcover

Richly illustrated throughout with full-colour reproductions

Includes demonstrations, technical instruction, and painting insights from Richard Schmid

Highly sought-after and increasingly difficult to find

Condition Report:

Cover: Very good pre-owned condition with light shelf wear / rubbing to edges and corners consistent with age and handling.

Binding & Spine: Strong, tight and square.

Internal Pages: Clean and well-kept with no paint marks, writing, highlighting, or loose pages noted.

A wonderful studio reference and an increasingly collectible title for any serious painter or art book collector.

Shipping is for buyers account.

Note: The book will be carefully wrapped and packed to protect the binding and corners during transit.