Ives Gammell was one of the most remarkable artists and teachers of the 20th century. Perhaps more than anyone else, he taught the principles of representational painting to his students who in turn have instigated a renewed interest in classical painting world-wide. Richard Whitney, PhD.H studied with Mr. Gammell part time while in college so they corresponded frequently. Dr. Whitney has transcribed all of Mr. Gammell's letters and they are fascinating for what they reveal about his personality, his views on art and other artists, literature, music and life in general. They also reveal what it was like to study with him. The advice Mr. Gammell gave to Richard could apply to anyone interested in becoming an artist. This 102 page book is richly illustrated with 72 reproductions of Mr. Gammell's paintings as well as artists who have studied with him and gone on to have successful careers as painters.