This is the watercolor book i’ve been looking for. Mushrooms, snails, and lots of fun woodland creatures, and plants. The snail looks especially intriguing! What a gem of a book for me.

The painting and color mixing techniques are valuable for beginner painters and in 15 minutes you have yourself a lovely painting. I recommend watercolor in nature for anyone who's trying to improve their painting - or for someone just beginning! The ...  Read More

The examples of the work would not make a beginner give up… they are reproducible. This one actually breaks the process down into manageable steps with accompanying pictures.

The artist gives you all of the pieces to the artistic process. I will work the entire book and i recommend it completely! I have many art tutorial books, but this will definitely be one of my absolute favorites.

Her book provides a start and motivates me to continue. Her technique is stunningly beautiful and detailed. They make for a winning combo for her illustrations.

Not a classic, but a lovely little companion for a time. This book seems like it was told through my eyes and every other book lover, all of it hits home and is so true! This book is just a book about her love of reading and how her life and what she ...  Read More

A blogger and a podcaster, anne bogel is just like you and me, she is first and foremost a reader. I am also a follower of her blog and podcast, all of which are wonderful!

One of the most joyful moments of my life. A whole world of delights, escapes and vicarious living. It’s insightful and happy.

There are a handful of charming personal anecdotes but the bulk of the chapters have serious problems. I was disappointed in this one.