Zoltan draw on on his proven teaching abilities to provide a thorough introduction to watercolour including tools and equipment, colour theory and creating dynamic composition. The tricky but ever-popular subject of painting water is considered in detail before moving on to essential watercolour techniques such as charging a wash, lost-and-found edges, lifting out colour, and many more. The author then introduces a collection of useful and effective watercolour techniques which he has devised for painting specific subjects. From showing how to apply paint to create a misty landscape or radiant sunset, to using a knife blade to create cobwebs, these clever yet simple tricks will enable you to paint scenes full of strength and vitality. finally thirteen step-by-step demonstrations illustrate exactly how to apply each of the techniques covered. Providing the reader with a library of tips to suit every situation, this book has something for watercolourists of all abilities, enabling you to develop your competence as an all-round artist and to take full advantage of the medium's considerable potential.