Beginners who want to master the basics of watercolors, acrylics, and oils will find more than 350 color photos to guide them, along with easy-to-follow instructions. More experienced painters can hone their skills using detailed studies of a range of techniques. Each section offers practical information on materials and equipment, a gallery of professional work to inspire creativity, and projects that cover landscapes, still lifes, people, flowers, animals, and buildings.
Angela Gair is a painter, writer, editor and the author of many practical art books. After studying fine art she spent several years painting and teaching in Italy, Spain and France before returning to London. She now lives in Charlton, London. Ian Sidaway is an artist who is the author of several bestselling art technique books. He lives in Twickenham, Middlesex.