Art Handbooks: Landscapes in Watercolour

Lively skies, misty woodlands, country lanes, quiet harbours and soft reflections - these and more are presented by well-known artist Ray Campbell Smith as he shows how to capture the freshness and beauty of watercolours in his own distinctive style.
He explains all his techniques clearly, from the initial planning and composition of a picture, to choosing colours, applying washes and capturing the glorious subtlety and glow of nature. Dry brush work, splayed brushwork and wet-in-wet are all included, with clear and helpful text accompanied by inspirational paintings and over 50 step-by-step demonstrations. Whatever your skill level, you will be able to develop your own style with this informative, richly-illustrated book.