This title, based on The Artist magazine's popular problem-solving column, offers advice to aspiring watercolour artists. Watercolour is the most popular painting medium of all but many leisure painters find themselves held back by frustrating pitfalls. Here, a variety of professional artists provide helpful solutions to many of the most frequently asked questions. Illustrations aim to ensure that the advice is not only practical and straightforward, but also inspiring. Numerous topics are covered, including: finding new subjects; working from sketches; mixing watercolours effectively; and portraying difficult subjects such as fabric and sunlight. A variety of popular subjects are also included, from landscapes and seascapes to still life, interiors, people, buildings and flowers.