Rather than approaching the subject of drawing and painting techniques in the tired old step-by-step style, Drawing and Painting Techniques breaks the mould with a refreshing take on this most addictive of arts. This book has a pro-active, problem-solving outlook that intersperses practical advice with fascinating articles on how the great masters solved such pressing issues as perspective, and dealt with light, tone and colour. When necessary some subjects are illustrated in a point-by-point format, but the emphasis of the book is on experimenting with different media, practising your techniques, learning from established artists and developing your own style.