An Art Book by David Leffel An Artist Teaches is a magnificent presentation for painter and non-painter alike containing a gallery of more than 140 color reproductions of recent work. Paintings are presented in total—key details are pulled out to show this master’s work “up close and personal”.Gain insight from David Leffel’s highly acclaimed 35-year career as painter and instructor. Learn the importance of “painting the light” and the drama of chiaroscuro in still life, portrait and figure painting. This book presents new ways to approach and understand painting as art.Painting is about portraying the essence of the subject, this book is about the essence of painting., ISBN13: 9780974707426 ISBN10: 0974707422 Material Type: hardcover