Webb on Watercolor
Going beyond the usual array of technical exercises and exploring the philosophy of art, Webb offers an unusually sophisticated and idiosyncratic approach to watercolor. The book wisely seeks to inspire artistic self-discovery rather than merely to teach Webb's particular style. Since, in his words, "painting is more caught than taught," he stresses the importance of how one sees before the painting process begins. Discussions of the synthesis of abstraction and realism are supported by clear and dramatic technical examples. Unlike many watercolor books, Webb's covers a broad spectrum of subjects beyond traditional landscapes. An unusually literate manual, this is recommended for most collections.- Daniel J. Lombardo, Jones Lib. Inc., Amherst, Mass.Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.