Features
A Painter's Odyssey
Exploring color, light and composition, Rob Erdle searches for the ultimate expression of nature and self.
By Betsy Dillard Stroud

In the Rough
Using everything from a toothbrush to a fingerprint, Howard J. Eberle creates texture that's good enough to touch.
By Michelle Taute

Ones to Watch
Meet 10 watercolor artists whose stars are on the rise and find out what makes their work so special.
By Chuck Sambuchino

Outside the Lines
Evelyne Boren attributes her loose style and explosive color to careful planning and a willingness to follow the paint.
By Michelle Taute

Paths of Light
Unexpected compositions and a dynamic interplay of sunlight and shadow draw you into the landscapes of Malaysian artist Jansen Chow Jian-Sheng.
By Kelly Kane

Special Report
Holiday Wish List
Whether you're shopping for a present for an artsy friend or a much-deserved reward for yourself, we've got what you're looking for in this handy gift guide.
By Chuck Sambuchino

Columns
Making a Splash
The country's leading watercolorists are doing their part to give the National Watercolor Society a home.
Edited by Chuck Sambuchino

Creative Challenge #23
Don't miss your chance to participate in this final challenge—the end of the series.
By Betsy Dillard Stroud

Watercolor Essentials
Discover four simple steps to creating lively winter landscapes.
By Roland Roycraft

Studio Staples
Several new products on the market may have you looking at the age-old practice of varnishing watercolors in a new light.
By Butch Krieger

Watercolor Q&A
Simple solutions to unwanted backwashes, hard lines and undefined edges.
By Birgit O'Connor

Watercolor Magic 2006 Index
An easy reference guide to your favorite features and columns from the past year.