Lessons in Classical Painting: Essential Techniques from Inside the Atelier

I have all of Juliette's books and videos. I am inspired by the fact that she did not start out drawing and painting as a youth, but began learning it later and became a master by study and practice and love of the process. I took a workshop with two of her atelier students and was a bit envious. I did get to say hello to Juliette in passing and was star-struck the rest of the day. Not having nearby access to an atelier program where I live, having this book is probably the next best thing because it clearly outlines many of the projects and exercises that her atelier students work on in the 3-year program. I am able to work on some of these projects as well in my own time. I have seen vast improvements in my painting and drawing and feel that I could be at a professional level by the end of the year. Juliette is an incredibly talented instructor with excellent vocabulary skills.

I have been painting for years, but this is still a helpful resource. The quotations and the author's writing set this book apart from the common art instruction book. Just beautiful.

I am obsessed with this book and author. Quality and information, its perfection!

I’m so proud to have this book as part of my art reference books. The book is made of high quality materials, educational, and beautiful.

This book was amazing. If you're looking for a step by step painting book look elsewhere. This book is written in a sensible approach from beginner to not so much beginner. None of us looking for an oil painting book are contemporary stars but this book will help you in that direction if you're willing to put in the work. It's all covered, from still life to portraits starting from black and white for discovery of form to limited palette to full color. It's not dry either. Personal anecdotes, quotes, and plenty of art is included. I was not aware of the value of this book until I completed it. Thank you Juliette Aristides for a genuinely great read and source for many years to come.

I have most of her Atelier series.. Personally I think they start at a more intermediate level overall. I would probably get an essentials book that goes over the different oils materials and then get into the Atelier series. There’s some explanation of materials but hers is definitely aimed at someone wanting to create high end pieces so materials recommended may fall out of a beginners budget. There are exercises throughout the book but I wouldn’t call them step by step training. They cover the Atelier model and the steps of it. If I had to pick between this and her Classic Atelier Painting book I would prob choose that one. I think it does a much better job covering classic compositions and harmonies in masterworks and how those can be applied today. That said, if you can afford both works I would recommend them as there is a lot of useful info in both. In both books, there are a lot of classical and modern works that are analyzed for their applications and I do find that helpful from a principles perspective. I do think her writing style could be a tad more “personable”.. It can come off as a little distant and at times obtuse in that it could scare off a beginner.

Not only does this book contain great advice on how to paint in oil, it also contains A lot of wisdom. One must be able to think, observe and understand their surroundings before they even begin to put anything on a canvas and paint it.

This is an amazing book on painting. It teaches you how to see as a painter, and focuses on overall questions of composition, value, form, etc. rather the step-by-step approach offered in many other books. I'd much rather see something that tries to impart universal approaches to visual art than a how-to on painting every subject matter imaginable. If you're interested in painting as an art, buy this book.

Książka niestety nie wygląda na nową, raczej na powystawową. Świadczą o tym uszkodzenia na grzbiecie okładki. Nie powinna być sprzedawana jako pełnowartościowa.

This book feels beautiful, it looks beautiful, it is excellent quality material, subject matter, advice and imagery. This is the best of Juliette's books in my opinion. In fact it is right up there on the top of books that I love in my art library. I run my own Atelier, both for teaching and working and while I am familiar with all the material and subject matter, it is a book with such a lovely feel and the author has such a great way with words. Honestly, if you can't tell I am gushingly in love with this book, let me say it. I am in love with this book!! You need it if you wish to be a serious artist.

Juliette Aristides is one of the very best writers on the 21st-century rebirth of Realism in painting. This, her fourth book, is the best of them all; it contains clear explanations of what each aspect comprises and gives excellent exercises to be followed by the student.

Lessons in classical painting de Juliette Aristides, no sólo es una excelente herramienta para aquellos que deseamos complementar nuestra formación como Artistas profesionales, también es un gran apoyo de información fundamental para continuar nuestra visión del arte clásico.

I was somewhat hesitant when I bought this book when it was mentioned by Juliette Aristides in her DVD 'Secrets of Classical Painting'. I thought it may be one of those 'stuffy, boring' art books but WOW was I wrong ! It is well written, carries from the beginning of several Classical Painting methods, and everything is clearly explained through step-by-step lessons to try, and references to other interesting sources. I have also bought 2 other books by Juliette Aristides and they are of the same high content quality.