How to Do Water Color Painting #5 [Paperback] Walter Foster

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Paperback staple bound cover has some wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.

This vintage instructional guide from the Walter Foster Publishing Company offers a glimpse into the mid-20th century world of amateur art education. Founded in 1923, Walter Foster’s affordable how-to manuals played a pivotal role in democratizing artistic training, making it accessible to those without formal education or means. “How to Do Water Color Painting #5” likely dates back to the 1940s-1960s, an era when the company’s simple, step-by-step approach resonated with a public eager to explore creative pursuits during their leisure time. While well-loved copies like this one show signs of use, their worn covers and intact bindings are a testament to the enduring appeal of Foster’s approachable, self-taught method. For collectors, these vintage guides offer a nostalgic glimpse into the 20th century’s burgeoning self-improvement culture and the democratization of art education.