How to Make an Oil Painting: Getting Acquainted with the Medium - Hardcoverby Michael Crespo (Author) Esteemed artist and teacher Michael Crespo has a knack for honing in on the essentials, giving the most important guidance in a way that is easy digest and put to work. Modeled after the college course he taught for decades, this book will be cherished by painters of all skill levels. Crespo's success as a teacher seamlessly transfers to his written works; his learn by doing approach will have you at the easel, doing