How Painting Happens
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The book How Painting Happens, published by Thames & Hudson, offers a unique insight into the creative processes in which painting emerges as a lifelong obsession. In this richly illustrated volume, author Martin Gayford brings together the voices of prominent artists from the past and present and explores how the paintings that fascinate us come into being.
Drawing on more than three decades of personal interviews and historical reflections, this book weaves a comprehensive dialogue on the essence of painting. You’ll discover how figures such as Lucian Freud, Gerhard Richter, and David Hockney think about their medium, and gain insight into their creative motivations and mutual influences.
This book transcends the boundaries of centuries and offers profound insights into a phenomenon that remains as vibrant as ever in the 21st century. It is intended for anyone seeking authentic creative inspiration directly from those who practice painting at the highest level.
| Author | Martin Gayford |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson |
| Language | English |
| Year of issue | 2026 |
| Dimensions | 25 × 19 cm |
| Binding | Hardcover |
| Number of pages | 384 |
Additional parameters
| Category: | Art, photography |
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| Weight: | 0.7 kg |
| Categories: | art, photography |
| Products: | books |
| Genre: | art |
| Language: | English |
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