Ann Blockley is well-known for her attractive paintings of flowers and here she explains all the basic techniques for painting country flowers in watercolour. This practical yet inspirational book is part of the renowned Collins Learn to Paint series. Country flowers are an accessible and endlessly fascinating subject. In this book, Ann Blockley shows you how to capture them in watercolours, teaching the methods and techniques that are needed to paint a variety of flowers. There are many practical and step-by-step demonstrations throughout, with sections on how to create texture and effective backgrounds, making this an essential guide on the subject. * The Collins Learn to Paint series is the market leader for beginners - over 4 million copies sold worldwide * Painting flowers in watercolour is a popular subject for amateurs * Ann Blockley is a popular artist and her flower paintings are very attractive.