Charles Reid is an artist, teacher and author known around the world. He has authored eleven books on painting which are directed toward students at all levels. His use of beautiful clean color and his capture of light creates a look of freshness and spontaneity that immediately grabs your senses and brings you into his work. His drawing skills are masterful. He was born in Cambridge, NY and studied at the University of Vermont and the Art Student's League in New York. He is a member of many prestigious organizations including the National Academy where he has won numerous awards. Charles Reid's paintings are in private and corporate collections, and educational institutions throughout the United States and the world. He is represented by the Munson Gallery in Chatham, MA, and the Stremmel Gallery in Reno, NV