An Essay On Painting

An Essay On Painting: In Two Epistles To Mr. Romney (1781) is a book written by William Hayley. The book is a collection of two letters or epistles that Hayley wrote to his friend and famous artist George Romney. The letters are written in a conversational style and discuss various aspects of painting, including its history, techniques, and aesthetics.In the first epistle, Hayley discusses the history of painting and its various forms, including fresco, oil, and watercolor. He also talks about the importance of studying the works of great painters like Raphael and Michelangelo, and how this can help artists develop their own style.In the second epistle, Hayley discusses the importance of color and light in painting. He also talks about the role of the artist in society, and how art can be used to convey important messages and emotions.Throughout the book, Hayley emphasizes the importance of studying and practicing painting, and encourages artists to be true to their own unique style and vision. Overall, An Essay On Painting: In Two Epistles To Mr. Romney is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of painting, as well as the role of art in society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.