Sigmund Aarseth is concerned that Rosemaling not be just a "technique" of painting, but that it also keeps the Norwegian histrical ambiance and flavor. He feels it is important that traditional color and technique be true to their early roots. Sigmund uses this book to discuss bringing Rosemaling into the future -- whether in Norway or elsewhere in the world.

Produced by Diane Edwards, accomplished American Rosemaler, this book features Sigmund's personal insights, stroke instruction and resulting beautiful canvases. It shows the exciting splash of color and virtuoso strokes of his wonderful rosemaling painting, while giving the historical perspective and background of this unique artform.

The book covers classic design characteristics of Norwegian Rosemaling, traditional color use and placement, how to background wooden pieces so they are historically accurate, information about brushes and stroke work and Sigmund's painting methods. There are 64 color pages of illustrations of Sigmund's paintings and color examples of historical Rosemaling. This book is a great reference for Folk Art painters and teachers. It is an indispensable guide for students and admirers of Norwegian Rosemaling, Telemark Style.

10.5 x 8.4 x 0.1 inches 96 pages