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Aug 25, 2008 richard schmid, though a well known and well respected contemporary american painter, is perhaps even better known as a teacher, through his widely read book and, more recently, series of instructional videos. Richard schmid paints in oils and i think his methods could certainly be used in acrylics. What alla prima has is indelible advice for the aspiring, and in my case struggling, painter. Alla prima ii companion is a comprehensive guide outlining richard schmid s material, tool and techniques written from the perspective of his student katie swatland. Richard schmid s maternal grandfather, julian oates, was an architectural sculptor. Richard schmid paints the figure 1973 edition open library.
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