Arnold Lowrey offers an envigorating and creative introduction to the medium and in clear, simple-to-understand terms he explores the materials you will need to start painting. Using a vibrant and colourful palette, he clearly illustrates all the techniques from laying initial washes and capturing atmosphere to adding interest and detail - and includes a series of step-by-step demonstrations to build up skills.

Before you realise it you will be painting your own beautiful paintings - with this fresh, innovative introduction to watercolours.