Watercolor Painting Techniques, Watercolor Sketchbook 

A lifetime of watercolor expertise - at your fingertips!In Charles Reid's Watercolor Secrets, professional artist Charles Reid offers you an inside glimpse into his sketchbooks, sharing actual pages along with critiques and insights he's gleaned through years of practice. With each entry, you'll learn how to improve your own watercolor technique. Discover how to:Simplify your shadow shapesCreate form using silhouettesUse edges to create a crisp or soft effectPrepare your supplies to paint outdoorsBalance your use of detail by focusing on the essentialsQuickly capture the essence of the environment in which you're paintingFive detailed step-by-step demonstrations guide you in creating watercolor masterpieces of your own. With Reid's concise and encouraging explanations, you'll feel as if you've found your own personal teacher. - from Amzon