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Your Guide to Creating Beautiful Oil Paintings

Have you ever dreamed of being able to create an original oil painting? You may be surprised to learn that many people share this longing, but due to the responsibilities of work and daily life, they never follow their dream. For many years, Robert Nicosia was one of those dreamers who thought he would never be able to paint. One day, he decided to make his dream come true, and now he’d like to help you do the same thing! This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know to be an artist in oils, from how to overcome fear and anxiety to how to find instruction and how to choose materials. You’ll benefit from Robert’s successes and learn from his failures—and you’ll be inspired by Robert’s art journey, as he transforms from an adult beginner with no formal art training to an accomplished artist with more than 300 paintings to his name! Don’t put your aspirations on hold—you’ll be glad you have Robert as your guide to fulfilling your dream.