A comprehensive and practical guide to watercolor painting from sought-after instructor and acclaimed artist Leslie Frontz that answers the two most common questions students at all levels want to know- What am I doing wrong? and How do I decide what to do instead? aaaaaIn the tradition of the eminently practical, top-selling guides such asaHow to Make a Watercolor Paint Itself,aThe Oil Painting Course You’ve Always Wanted, andaProblem Solving for Oil Painters,athis straightforward handbook offers a fresh approach to watercolor mastery that bridges the gap between theory and practice. Through thoughtful discussion, expert instruction, and in-depth step-by-step demonstrations, Leslie Frontz shows readers how to eliminate common barriers to achieve beautiful, captivating watercolor paintings. Beginning with teaching readers how to see with an artist’s eye, Frontz then establishes how watercolor painters build on this skill by making timely decisions throughout the creation process.