Portrait Painting in Oil: 10 Step by Step Guides from Old Masters    by Rachel Shirley
Price: $4.99 USD. 26940 words. Published on August 31, 2012. .
A guide for portrait painters, this book outlines 10 step by step demos on how to paint portraits in oils copied from old masters including Botticelli, Velazquez, Rossetti, Delacroix, Gauguin and more. Find preliminary chapters on preparing for portrait painting and troubleshooting common problems. Numerous techniques are explored. Contains 218 images.

Why do My Skin Tones Look Lifeless? Plus 25 Solutions to Other Portrait Painting Peeves    by Rachel Shirley
Price: $4.99 USD. 27710 words. Published on September 21, 2012. .
A troubleshooting guide for portrait painters, this invaluable guide tackles each element separately. Find sections on starting out in portraiture, common problems with eyes, different-coloured hair, noses and remedial techniques. Find out the essential pigments to capture skin tones and much more. With over 150 images.