Outdoor Sketching

This is a practical guide to outdoor sketching, based on a series of talks given by the author at the Art Institute of Chicago. Francis Hopkinson Smith draws on his own experience as a painter and architect to offer practical advice on composition, perspective, and technique. The book is beautifully illustrated with sketches and drawings by the author, making it a valuable resource for artists of all levels.

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