Priscilla Hauser has earned her title as the "first lady of decorative painting" in the world. Her upbringing and inspiration efforts began in 1972 with the founding of the National Tole Society and Decorative Artists and continue to be strong today. Here, the best-selling author applies her years of experience to show craftsmen how much to influence a small canvas. She starts with the basics of painting, including proper smear techniques, and continues her patented, easy-to-use methods of capturing grass, land, water and trees. Through 15 of his magnificent works, Hauser shows readers how to combine all these elements to create beautiful landscapes. Exquisite color photographs guide emerging artists to every step of the process.