The German painter Franz Xaver Schmidt-Breitenbach explains painting in this volume. Starting with the choice of motif and the explanation of various art movements, he transitions into the practical aspects of painting. The author describes the necessary preparatory work from planning to sketching, format, scenery, and interior, as well as the execution of the painting in all its details. The third part of his work deals with color. In the theoretical introduction, the reader learns general information about color, the effects of light and color, contrast phenomena, artificial lighting, and the composition of colors. The practical section covers, among other things, the application, the visual impact of colors, technical tips, and the completion of the painting. Schmidt-Breitenbach has created a comprehensive guide for hobby painting with his work, which remains relevant even today.