Watercolor Essentials helps beginning watercolorists learn the materials and techniques needed to start painting. You will learn the benefits of working with quality materials, see the wonder of watercolor in action and be challenged to express yourself through paint. OaConnoras kind, guiding voice and easy to accomplish exercises remove any apprehension. Twenty-four mini demonstrations cover basic watercolor techniques while 5+ full demonstrations take you through the process of painting a picture step by step. The bonus DVD is a reference that demonstrates, in action, the material covered in the book.