Watercolor … A Challenge (1957) | Leonard Brooks | Reinhold Art Instruction Book

Meet your new studio companion—Watercolor … A Challenge by acclaimed Canadian artist Leonard Brooks. First published in 1957, this richly illustrated manual pushes painters beyond “happy accidents” into purposeful, expressive brushwork.

Brooks breaks down value studies, compositional planning, sky & sea techniques, and quick on‑location sketches with more than 250 diagrams, thumbnails, and step‑by‑step progress images. Whether you’re a weekend hobbyist or a seasoned plein‑air pro, you’ll find fresh inspiration in Brooks’ candid “challenges” at the end of every chapter.

Specs

• Author Leonard Brooks
• Publisher / Year Reinhold Publishing Corporation, 1957
• Format Hardcover with original dust jacket
• Language English
• Pages 160
• Size 10 in H × 8 in W × 0.5 in D
• Genre Art Instruction – Watercolor Painting
• Condition : Good vintage. Dust‑jacket edge wear, small chips; binding sound; pages clean & bright.

Why You’ll Love It

• Hands‑on demos from a Royal Canadian Navy war artist & lifelong instructor.
• Mid‑century layout with full‑page plates, value thumbnails, and transparent overlays that reveal Brooks’ compositional grids.
• A perfect gift for watercolorists, art‑school grads, or collectors of 1950s design.
• Free U.S. shipping included in the price—no surprises at checkout!

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