With just a few tricks of perspective, shadow, and colour, anyone can use trompe loeil to change the appearance of furniture, ceilings, walls, or an entire room. Its easy, and you dont have to be a skilled painter to get fabulous effects; this basic primer guides you through all the materials; preparing surfaces; mixing colours; and the laws of perspective from background to mid-distance to foreground - even an aerial view. Understand just how visual deception can open up space, solve a decorating problem, or create exciting objets dart to enliven your home. Beautiful projects include a projection of a window overlooking a park, extremely suitable for beginners; painted stones; decorative panels; and classical forms like arches and columns. Youll get great results, fast.