A Course in Water Color for the First Eight Years in School: With Illustration Plates in Color and in Black-and-White (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Prang Company

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484605364 ISBN 13: 9780484605366

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master watercolor practice for young artists .

This instructional guide trains beginners in color, brushwork, and painting techniques through structured lessons and clear demonstrations.

Designed for early art study, this book covers essential watercolor skills, from mixing pure colors to creating smooth washes. It emphasizes careful technique, color observation, and practical exercises that build confidence in color expression.

Readers follow step-by-step directions and see how to prepare materials, make color, and apply different washes. The text pairs practical how-tos with illustrated plates to support hands-on learning for beginners and instructors alike.

• Foundational color theory and mixing to produce primary and secondary hues with confidence.
• Care and cleaning tips for brushes and paint boxes to keep tools ready for use.
• Techniques for flat, graduated, and stained-glass-like washes to achieve varied effects.
• Guided exercises and plates that reinforce observation, planning, and color schemes.

Ideal for teachers and students starting watercolor, providing a clear pathway from basic handling to expressive practice.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484605364
• ISBN 13: 9780484605366
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 152