Walter Foster

Founded in Laguna Beach, California, by artist Walter T. Foster, Walter Foster Publishing has been the leading publisher of instructional art books and kits for adults and children for nearly a century. Filled with tips, techniques, and step-by-step projects, as well as practical exercises and creative prompts, the fun and engaging books in the Walter Foster line have helped people around the world discover their artistic talents, hone their creativity, and learn new mediums.

As a brand with a rich and diverse heritage, Walter Foster Publishing continues to expand its offerings every year, producing cutting-edge art-instruction books and kits for a worldwide audience in dozens of languages. From traditional pencil sketching and oil, acrylic, and watercolor painting to pastel, mixed media, hand lettering, DIY crafting, and more--Walter Foster Publishing has developed a full library of timeless and eclectic titles for the modern artist and art hobbyists of all skill levels.

Walter Foster Publishing is an imprint of The Quarto Publishing Group.