Accomplished artist Hazel Soan has perfected the art of digesting people quickly. Her knowledge and tips will help budding artists take in vital details at a glance. Soan covers different poses and settings, color theory, and how to paint everything from the city to the sea. Accommodating for both watercolors and oil, this is as user-friendly and practical as an art book can be. For those who harbor lifelong dreams of donning a beret and painting their masterpiece, this is an excellent place to begin. (This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)