Long considered master of the medium, Figure Painting in watercolour, by Charles Reid offers detailed instructions and numerous illustrations, providing a comprehensive guide to painting figures in watercolour. Reids watercolour paintings are fresh and spontaneous. He demonstrates a profound understanding of light, colour and an expert drawing ability. His rich compositions are beautifully rendered, although simple, Reids direct and natural manner reveals his interest in painting the light as much as the person. Charles Reid lay the paving stones for watercolour instruction. Charles Reid set up the first figure painting watercolour class at the Famous Artist School. Much of his teaching during the ten years he spent at theFamous Artists Schoolserved as the basis forFigure Painting in Watercolour. Charles Reids Book emphasises a loose and active painting style, deterring the reader from exactness and to instead add minor detail to add overall character to each painting. F