Selecting the Right Books
Every book I reprint is chosen with intention. I started out focusing exclusively on instructional art texts that offer clear, practical guidance on tools, materials, and techniques. These are books written to teach, not simply to discuss art in theory.
Visual instruction is essential. Because art is a visual medium, I only select books that include illustrations, diagrams, or visual demonstrations that directly support the written lessons. Text-only instruction is not sufficient for learning artistic technique and is not included in our catalog.
Before a title is approved for reprinting, it is reviewed page by page to ensure the material remains useful, structured, and understandable for today’s artists, students, and educators.
Most importantly, they don’t just cover the “how” but the “why”.
While art will always be my primary focus, I also love cooking, beautiful gardens, fashion, beauty, ghost stories, and much more. So, I will be branching out in the very near future.
Reviewing & Preparing the Text
Once a book is selected, the restoration process begins with a close, deliberate review of the entire text.
Each page is hand-typed in full, preserving the original wording and instructional intent. When minor issues are present, such as minor spelling or typographical errors, light editorial corrections are made to improve clarity and readability while remaining faithful to the original work.
No content is modernized or rewritten; the goal is accuracy, not reinterpretation.
Preserving & Enhancing Visual Material
Original illustrations are a vital part of these books and are carefully preserved and included in every reprint. These images are essential to understanding the techniques described and are treated as instructional material, rather than decoration.
When additional explanation is helpful, particularly in areas such as color theory, materials, or technique, I may introduce new color charts or supplementary diagrams. These additions are created to support learning and clarify concepts, while respecting the structure and spirit of the original text.
Creating Books Meant to Be Used
Each reprint is designed to function as a working instructional tool. These books are intended for artists, students, teachers, and homeschool families who value clarity, structure, and visual learning.
My process balances historical respect with practical usability, restoring classic art instruction and other historical texts so they can continue to teach and be effectively put into action by today’s readers.
