I purchased the book after wishing to extend into more detailed technique than that established during my schooling and creative expertise of cardmaking. I found it was extremely indepth and related to a number of interesting techniques and mediums in such a way that I was not at all bewildered to approach them.
I would not say that I am a budding Van Gogh however, after being inspired by the Scottish coast etc; on holiday last year, if it means I can create images with a meaning to me - if nobody else, the rest will follow surely.
Definately recommend it for somebody who hasn't picked up a pencil since school.