This book is the perfect companion for the watercolour landscape painter. Divided into chapters looking at each element of the landscape in turn, the book opens with Hills and Mountains and progresses through Skies and Clouds, Forests and Woodlands, and Lakes and Rivers.

Author Richard Taylor suggests the best tools and materials to work with, complete with tips on how to travel light on painting trips. He also explores various techniques, for example, the wide range of effects that can be achieved by using different brush strokes and washes, how to blot and sponge your work to remove paint or create texture, and how to blend contrasting colours.

Step-by-step demonstrations show basic watercolour techniques in action and longer projects reveal how Richard develops a fully-realised painting.

Packed with invaluable hints and tips, and illustrated with the author's inspiring watercolours, this book is perfect for the beginner or more experienced watercolour painter alike.

Book: Collins & Brown. Paperback. 368 pages. Colour throughout

Please note: This book was originally published as single volumes in 2001 (Hills and Mountains, Skies and Clouds, Forests and Woodlands, Lakes and Rivers).