Introduction
En Plein Air
Working Outdoors
Materials & Supplies
The Minimalist Approach
Substrates
Surfaces
Toned Substrates
Working with Acrylic
Color Theory
Types of Acrylic
Acrylic vs. Oil
Techniques
Slowing the Drying Time
Blending Colors
The Palette
Choosing Colors
Mother Color
Basic Color Use
The Principles of Design
Planning a Painting
Painting as You Perceive
The Focal Point
Step-by-Step Project: Early Spring
Different Approaches to Painting
Finding Your Style
Color Temperature Unity
Step-by-Step Project: Red Dogwood
Finding Beauty
Painting the Light
Painting the Seasons
Taking Liberties
About the Author