The Power of Positive Painting: A Positive, Value-based System of Drawing and Painting

Learn the secrets of the masters. Learn to draw and paint what you see. Learn how to interpret the visual realm by distilling the essences of form, to create works of art that seem to be living and breathing. Put Robert's forty years as a professional artist and teacher to work for you.

The Power of Positive Painting© is the long awaited how-to paint book by nationally renown artist, Robert Maniscalco. The P3 is a full color, 152 page, how-to draw and paint method. It is a highly informative, beautifully illustrated, user-friendly paperback book, covering everything from developing an accurate drawing and underpainting, mixing rich luminous flesh tones, to completing a finished portrait. Robert’s step-by-step P3method demystifies the art of not only portrait painting but any genre involving form, including still life and landscape. There’s even a section on releasing the creative genius inside you! The P3 is the sum total of all of Robert’s forty years of artistry and teaching. Every trade secret is laid out for the taking.
I probably learned more reading P3 than I did throughout 6 years of college, when it comes to painting technique I recommend his teachings highly.— A. Garavaglia

Put Robert’s lifetime of study to work for you because the best way to learn is to learn what a master has discovered, so they can save you at least some of the headaches. You cannot avoid them all, but Robert deeply understands the how of teaching, and what you must go through to learn. The Power of Positive Painting focuses on the craft aspect of painting. Certainly, Robert’s artistry comes through but no attempt by him is made to sway the reader stylistically. His method is intended to equip you for any representational genre, style or subject. Robert explores that place between art and craft and science with courage and sensitivity. —Eric Rhoads, founder and publisher of Fine Art Connoisseur and Plein Air magazines.

I am so pleased with the improvement in my painting that was visible immediately as a result of Robert’s P3 book. You do the critiques so candidly and without allowing personalities to effect your comments. I will certainly recommend you and your books and workshops whenever possible. — Brenda Delle

Rob Maniscalco is a distinguished artist, writer, art teacher, playwright and actor. I applaud him for that. As you might expect, I am a tough critic. I think your book will be a success! The Power of Positive Painting gives many valuable insights. It’s been my pleasure and honor to be able to get this “sneak peak” of his wonderful book. Your dad was a wonderful artist! I see you are as well. You have learned from the best! — Jack Faragasso, Frank Reilly authority, Professor Emeritus at the Arts Student’s League

I absolutely got my money’s worth! Now I know I can paint a face and all the parts will be in the right place! Painting the P3 way is a lot of fun! — Caroline Goodman

Well you are not only a very gifted painter, but an effective inspirational writer. I’ve been under your influence all day as I started my judge painting. From a practical aspect I am developing a new approach. I really think you are the real deal, and I’ve enjoyed your writing as much as your instruction. — Betsy Wilson-Mahoney

IF I was an artist, especially a painter, I would insist this book goes into the curriculum in every art school in the country. Amazingly thorough, insightful, and full of views from 30,000 all the way down to the runway. — Doug Crowe

Its like a Kleig Light went off in my head! Everything I ever learned anywhere suddenly made sense! Value is Key! I am no longer plagued by muddy color! You told me you would help me and you did! — Karen Silvestro

Thank you for sharing your incredible expertise and wisdom. As a portrait student, I’ve been refreshed, revived and inspired by your teaching. I’d endorse you any day! Artistically yours, — M. Hoffman