The inimitable Jean Haines guides you, step-by-step, through breathing life into your watercolor animal paintings.From domestic cats and dogs to wild lions and giraffes, bestselling artist and author Jean Haines shows the reader how to bring a touch of life to their animal artwork. Known for the vibrant colors and exciting, innovative painting techniques that she brings to her work, Jean''s latest book is a course that invites beginners and experts alike to share a journey through painting animals from around the world.Jean shares all the materials and techniques she uses, and provides a wealth of expert tips and advice as the reader progresses through the numerous step-by-step studies and projects.Scattered throughout the book are dozens of Jean''s wonderful paintings; showcasing a veritable Noah''s ark of different animals - artists of all abilities will find these inspiring and encouraging.Jean uses Daniel Smith materials in this book but other materials can be used to achieve similar results.