The Secrets of Painting
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In his book The Secrets of Painting, author Lachlan Goudie guides readers through the history of art from prehistoric beginnings to the present day, identifying key technical inventions and turning points that have fundamentally transformed visual expression.
Goudie views masterpieces as the result of a constant struggle between the artist and his materials. The book traces the story of painting from the first pigments in the Chauvet Caves to modern digital media and artificial intelligence, with each chapter exploring a specific technical breakthrough embodied in the work of iconic figures such as Giotto, Artemisia Gentileschi, and David Hockney.
This lavishly illustrated book offers deep insight into the physical nature of the image and the evolution of painting techniques. It will become an indispensable companion for anyone who wants to understand how innovations in materials directly determine the character of a work of art and propel the history of painting forward.
| Author | Lachlan Goudie |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson |
| Language | English |
| Year od 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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