This book is an introductory painting classic written by Mr. Feng Zikai for the public. Through sixteen special topics, the book explains the basic knowledge of painting in a simple and easy-to-understand manner, covering techniques and theories such as color, composition, perspective, etc. It also discusses the artistic differences between Chinese and Western painting. With his unique "aesthetic education" perspective, Feng Zikai emphasized that painting is not only a visual art, but also an expression of the soul. The book's language is plain and profound, and it aims to guide readers to improve their aesthetic quality through understanding painting and learn to observe the world from an artistic perspective.