Acrylic is a growing medium, yet there are very few good instruction books on the market. The two most appealing things about Jacqueline Penney's acrylic paintings are first, their subject matter, most of which reminds you of a wonderful, relaxing holiday spot, and second, the ease with which she paints. These two features are emphasized throughout this new book. The techniques, described in both the body of instruction and sidebars, highlight the shortcuts Jacqueline has developed to get great results. Aimed at watercolorists who might want to try acrylics as well as beginning to intermediate acrylic painters, Jacqueline's book offers ideas and instruction in a popular painting style while encouraging artists to have fun while they create.