In this book he illustrates what materials to use & how to paint twenty six botanically accurate flowers. Sketching is an important part of the process & artists are shown how to develop accomplished pictures from initial beginnings & observations right through to the drawing & final painting stages. A whole alphabet of flowers is accompanied by sketches small studies handy tips & details with clear descriptions of the colours & techniques used. Beginners will find this book suitable for their skill levels & those artists with more experience will find much to inspire them.