This title includes a step-by-step instructional guide together with a 250-page fine art sketchbook. This is a comprehensive artists' manual which includes examples of many different styles and treatments plus a blank book to put your skills into practice. It contains sections on drawing, watercolour, oil, acrylic and pastel cover everything you need to get started. Expert ideas and innovative approaches make the book perfect both for the beginner and more advanced artist. This work also includes up-to-date information on all the latest techniques, materials and equipment. It is packed with practical guidance on how to treat the classical subjects - portraits, figures, buildings, landscapes and flowers - in the most popular media. It features at-a-glance, step-by-step photographs that show clearly how to achieve successful results.