Computer Art Books

Hello all

I am not an artist, but I have a sense of beauty and I can operate very good
some graphic tools like CorelDraw and Corel Photopaint. I am a good
"poweruser".

Now I'd like to learn about Art.
I know, I know... you have to be born to be an artist, you can not learn it
some would argue (my wife argues like that).
But even Leonardo DaVinci was continiously learning new skills, exploring
new fields and expanding his knowledge horizont. This surely helped him to
create such stunning artwork like he did in his lifetime.

My question is:
Is there a particular Book or series of Books you can recommend me?
Books about Art and design, or about how to become an artist or designer
maybe?
Books about Design, Color, Skills, whatever related, books you found most
valuable.
Books that helped you to become better artists.

We are speaking about the art fields that will help me create better
computer graphics.

I will never be a true artist I suppose but I will follow the footsteps of
art.

Please note that I don't mean computer related so called "art-book".
There are millions of "graphic design for web site creation" books which are
essentially HTML guides that teach only HTML syntax. I mean REAL art books.

Please throw a pearl of wisdom on me, your valuable advice will be highly
appreciated

Sincerely

Ramon Bartschat

P.S: Books in english, german or spanish are welcome.

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