People who want to learn to paint without relying on their drawing skills have everything they need in this book!

Afternoon strolls along the Thames and other historic avenues of London are brought into the artist's studio with this collection of five evocative painted cityscapes. Capturing mood, color, and light, the projects include a staid Buckingham Palace, the London Eye on a chilly afternoon, the Tower Bridge spanning bustling river traffic, the Tower of London lit by the orange light of a setting sun, and Trafalgar Square on a typically rainy English day.

Beginning watercolorists can benefit from the six pull-out tracing papers (one for each project and a bonus tracing paper) that aid in sketching out the scene, while intermediate artists can enjoy the step-by-step process of achieving great detail with subtle brushstrokes. With each finished piece depicting a realistic style, artists are sure to delight in adding an array of techniques to their skill set and sharing each distinct landmark with friends and family.

Geoff Kersey is an experienced watercolorist and is very much in demand as a teacher and demonstrator. He lives and works in Derbyshire, England, where he has a studio, and he exhibits extensively. He has made two watercolor videos and he contributes to various art publications.

Author — Geoff Kersey.

Paperback. 48 pages. 8½" × 11½".