Now We’ll Try Oils [Hardcover] L. N. A.R.W.A. Staniland

Description

Hardcover has some normal shelf wear. Dustjacket has a few tears at edges. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This delightful mid-century guide to oil painting, “Now We’ll Try Oils” by L. N. A.R.W.A. Staniland, offers a window into the vibrant post-war artistic landscape. Published in the 1950s, when the popularity of amateur painting surged, this instructional volume aimed to demystify the oil medium for aspiring artists. Staniland’s conversational tone and step-by-step approach made the book appealing to hobbyists seeking a creative outlet in an era of newfound leisure time. Beyond technique, the book captures the era’s embrace of self-expression and the democratization of art. For collectors, this well-preserved copy represents a charming artifact of a time when painting was celebrated as an accessible form of self-improvement and cultural enrichment.