The book outlines basic setting up and preparation, taking the reader step-by-step through all the techniques, with practical projects to follow at home. Once the basics have been mastered, the book then details more specialized methods, explaining clearly and simply how to achieve increasingly advanced effects. Throughout, works by contemporary artists illustrate the skills in action, while special focus features look at popular subjects such as figures and portraits, animals and buildings. At-a-glance step-by-step photographs, clear instructions and examples throughout provide visual guidance. With tried and tested techniques and expert advice, this book provides an invaluable practical reference source in an easy-to-use format.