Barbara Brook

After many years of painting with oils, Barbara began watercolor painting in 1991. A watercolor self-

portrait, painted by her grandmother, was her inspiration. Barbara was intrigued by the delicate

brushstrokes and soft, transparent colors, so totally different from painting with oils.

Most of her paintings are inspired by photos she has taken during travels around the U.S. as well as

Europe, Asia, and Great Britain. Often a scene will capture her attention because of shadows cast by

sunlight. When she takes a photo of doors and windows on old buildings, intriguing faces, or an

Italian fishing boat, she usually knows that it will eventually become a painting.

Barbara tries to choose subjects to paint that will appeal to others for their beauty or to capture an emotion

of a scene, such as sunlight glistening through a crystal vase, or a serene landscape. Catching a glimpse of people’s everyday life also appeals to her. Her passion for painting allows her to share that love with others.

Barbara’s paintings have earned numerous awards and recognition. She is a member of the Southern

Watercolor Society, the Transparent Watercolor Society of America, the Watercolor Society of North

Carolina, as well as the Brevard Watercolor Society in Florida.

Barbara has a great passion for teaching. When she is not painting or gardening, she can be found teaching watercolor classes.