Opening up a whole new world that explodes with color and light, this guidebook overflows with enthusiastic instruction for beautiful watercolors. With a section devoted to materials and basic techniques such as composition, color scheme, and light balance, each of the book's lessons can be put into immediate practice by beginning painters. Featuring three step-by-step projects, this educational and inspiring collection teaches aspiring watercolorists how to capture light and color in portraits, still-life, animals, flowers, and landscapes.