Artists' Materials - The Complete Sourcebook of Methods and Media is a compact, indispensable and comprehensive practical guide for all experienced and aspiring artists. With an extensive index, this book provides artists with detailed, no-nonsense advice on how best to use, and get most out of oil painting, arcylic painting, encaustic painting, gesso grounds, paper, drawing materials, pigments, colour mixing, artists' brushes, health and safety storing, farming and care of artwork.