A painter’s personal glimpse into the life and teaching of an exceptional and unique American artist, R H  Ives Gammell.  Allan R. Banks documented the words and actions of Gammell during his time working with him during the summer of 1976.  His notes record Gammell’s working methods and his insights on art and the artists he knew. Also included are biographies of nine artists whose work influenced Gammell. This is a valuable resource for artists interested in fine representational painting.