I consider myself an expert watercolorist, who is constantly in search of great inspiration and instruction. This book is, by far, the greatest book on watercolor technique available. The paintings are stunning and the technique is origional, simple, and effective. Several examples take you through a series of phases for acheiving a particular painting effect; while others are only accompanied by a simple explaination. This teaches the entire strategy in some instances, while leaving the reader to wonder about others.Buy this book, You will be able to refer to it for years to come.