Watercolour is unquestionably the most popular painting medium, yet mastering all its facets is a considerable challenge. This practical book contains a wealth of tips, hints and tricks of the trade compiled by a top professional, and aims to help all artists reach a new level of accomplishment. Illustrated in full colour throughout, the book contains tips from working artists. The book covers watercolour, paper, brushes and brushstrokes, washes, special effects, highlights, masking, altering and erasing, travel and painting expeditions, opacity and body of colour, landscape, buildings, flowers and people.