Watercolors by Winslow Homer: The Color of Light

by Martha Tedeschi, Kristi Dahm, Judith Walsh (Contributor)

American painter Winslow Homer (1836-1910) created some of the most breathtaking and influential watercolors in the history of the medium. This handsome volume provides a comprehensive look at Homer's technical and artistic practice as a watercolorist, and at the experiences that shaped his remarkable development. Focusing on over one hundred watercolors - including twenty-five rarely seen examples from the Art Institute of Chicago's collection ... along with more than thirty related drawings and paintings, the book offers an enriched understanding of Homer's techniques as they evolved over his career.

Genres: Art

228 pages, Hardcover

First published February 26, 2008

Reviews

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

As a non-artist, some of the technical discussion went over my head, but there is lots to chew on here. I like the appreciation for technique and the analyses of how certain techniques were used to create effects. Well done, and of good use, even for the layperson.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A rare and thorough study of the specific methods and materials utilized by this master of watercolor. Beautifully illustrated with closeups of painting style examples.