Is it within the rules to use pictures from art books as a guide to teach myself how to paint ( Oils )?

Inspiration can come from anywhere, all you need to look out for is copyright laws,


so as long as you change at least 90% of the original this should be fine,


try to paint some objects or scenes in your garden maybe take a photo so you don't have to deal with bad weather.


hope this helpsIs it within the rules to use pictures from art books as a guide to teach myself how to paint ( Oils )?
Definitely you can paint whatever you want including copying anyone else's artwork or photographs, BUT, you cannot exhibit them or sell them without getting into an ethical and legal quagmire. So keep in mind, that those images you copy should never venture outside your own home, in any form or format.Is it within the rules to use pictures from art books as a guide to teach myself how to paint ( Oils )?
What rules? - if it works for you - do it.


Many artists train by copying pictures in galleries: the important thing is to get your sleeves rolled up and get on with it to develop a feel for the medium and enjoy yourself.
I'm not sure that there are any rules in painting.


If you develop your style from that source, then why not. For additional suggestion you could join your local art club. I'm sure they'll be supportive %26amp; not ';sniffy'; about it.
The famous artist JMW Turner used to copy a lot of the ';old masters'; in an apparent bid to be included as one of them. It did no damage to his technique, and possibly made him a better artist.
You could very well be arrested.





Truly lame watercolors (but I'm tryin'!!):


http://goneglobal35.com/watercolors.html
Do it! That's how you learn the rules.
Why not? I'd say go for it!