How to Do Water Colors: 5

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Cover has some wear and a couple tears. The pages of the book are clean and complete. Ships from Colorado.

A vintage mid-20th century instructional guide from Walter Foster’s renowned “How to Do Water Colors” series, this volume is a treasured relic from the golden age of art instruction books. Foster’s clear illustrations and inspiring approach empowered generations to explore watercolor painting. Beyond its practical value, this copy offers a fascinating glimpse into the era’s democratization of artistic knowledge and a vibrant community of self-taught artists. Despite its well-loved condition, the clean and complete pages make it a delightful addition to any art book collection.

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Cover has some wear and a couple tears. The pages of the book are clean and complete. Ships from Colorado.

This vintage instructional guide, “How to Do Water Colors: 5” by Walter Foster, is a treasured relic from the golden age of art instruction books. Published in the mid-20th century, it belongs to Foster’s renowned series that introduced generations of aspiring artists to the joys of watercolor painting. Foster’s straightforward yet inspiring approach, combined with his clear illustrations, made these books indispensable resources for both beginners and seasoned painters alike.

Beyond its practical value, this volume offers a fascinating glimpse into the art world of a bygone era, when the democratization of artistic knowledge was a driving force. Foster’s books empowered countless individuals to explore their creativity, fostering a vibrant community of self-taught artists and hobbyists. Today, these vintage guides are highly sought after by collectors, not only for their instructional content but also for their historical significance and nostalgic appeal.

Despite its well-loved condition, this copy retains its integrity, with clean and complete pages, making it a delightful addition to any art book collection or a cherished gift for the watercolorist in your life.

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Weight 16 lbs
Dimensions 24.89 × 34.04 × 0.25 in
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