The Painter’s Process by William F. Reese

I didn’t know Bill had written a book. I discovered it in the library just a few months after he’d passed away. I met Bill Reese back in the 70’s at a watercolor class with Jerry Stitt. I can’t claim that we were friends or even acquaintances, but as an art lover I tend to follow the work of the artists I admire and I’d kept an eye on his work over the years.
Many artists are publishing books these days. It seems to me that many publish to boost their careers, but a few actually have something to say. Bill has something to say. In simple language he shares basic know-how, technical insights and philosophical observations. I find his laid-back style and casual approach refreshing. He says, “I always called painting outdoors, painting outdoors, never did I ever have the urge to break into speaking French for the three words it would take to describe what I do for a living, and then speak English for the rest of the day.” That makes me smile.
You can learn more about Bill Reese and order the The Painter’s Process from williamfreese.com. I wish I could have gotten to know him before he left us. Fortunately with this book and his many paintings, Bill will be around for many years to come.