Download or read book Artist s Drawing Techniques written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2023-08-03 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kickstart your creativity and create a masterpiece with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artists. Whether you want to try your hand at drawing for the first time or fine-tune your artistic skills, Artist's Drawing Techniques is for you. Learn how to work with charcoal, pen, and pastels and discover everything you need to know about tone, colour, texture, line-work, and composition with detailed advice for beginner, intermediate, and advanced artists. Fully illustrated, step-by-step workshops from professional artists guide you through more than 80 drawing techniques including cross-hatching, stippling, blending, and masking. All techniques are accompanied by inspiring exercises and projects to try at home to help you develop your skills, discover your own style, and grow as an artist. Master every aspect of drawing with this essential guide, from choosing a subject to mounting your first piece. Whatever your level of expertise, you can learn to draw with confidence - and perhaps create a masterpiece (or two) along the way.

Download or read book Sketchbook for the Artist written by Sarah Simblet and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-11-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Develop your drawing skills and rediscover the world around you with this innovative and beautifully illustrated book. In Sketch Book for the Artist, acclaimed artist and teacher Sarah Simblet teaches you how to draw by combining practical lessons with examples of both her own work and some of the world's greatest drawings. She introduces all the key drawing materials, then shows you how to master the basic elements of drawing in a series of step-by-step drawing classes, covering topics ranging from simple mark-making to establishing form, creating tone, and conveying perspective. You will learn how to explore a wide variety of subjects, from still life, plants, and animals to portraits, the human body, landscapes, and buildings, all of which are introduced with outstanding drawings by famous artists. The bestselling author of Anatomy for the Artist and Botany for the Artist, Sarah demonstrates how she works - from quick pencil sketches to pen and ink studies - with expertise and plenty of encouraging tips, and complements them with plentiful examples from her own drawing books. Sketch Book for the Artist is for anyone who wants to draw, whether you are a complete beginner or would like to refresh your existing skills. Whatever your ability, it will inspire you to reach for a pencil and paper and start drawing.

Download or read book The Drawing Book written by Tania Kovats and published by Black Dog Pub Limited. This book was released on 2007 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The works in The Drawing Book, by artists, architects, sculptors, scientists, filmmakers and thinkers of all descriptions, attest to the versatility and immediacy of drawing. From first thoughts to finely wrought, elaborate artworks, from the lightest sketch in pencil to bold, gallery-wall installations, the medium is shown as an essential vehicle for creativity. The recent prominence of artists such as Louise Bourgeois, Eva Hesse, Chris Ofili, Rachel Whiteread, Ellen Gallagher, and a host of others who use drawing as a final means of expression, is addressed in both the works shown and essays by curators Kate Macfarlane and Katharine Stout, and art historian Charles Darwent. The Drawing Book takes us on a journey through five themes -- measurement, nature, the city, dreams, and the body. Each is richly illustrated with a diverse range of images, from the old masters -- Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Dürer -- through great Modernist pieces by Rodin, Picasso, Matisse, and on to the contemporary artists who are reviving drawing today. A new and unique approach to an age old medium.

Download or read book The Drawing Book written by Richard McDaniel and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents a comprehensive survey of the art of drawing, and asserts that drawing is far more than the sum of a work's materials, it is a powerful means of visual exploration.

Download or read book The Drawing Book written by Sarah Simblet and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Develop your drawing talents and re-discover the world around you with this new edition, now in paperback Whether you are a beginner or an expert, be inspired to pick up a pencil, pen or charcoal with this comprehensive guide to drawing from Sarah Simblet. From still life to architecture, learn to tackle different subjects in a variety of ways following step-by-step instructions in drawing classes which will take you through the basics to more advanced techniques. From quick pencil sketches to finished colour studies Sarah Simblet brings her expertise as an artist and teacher, using her own inspirational work as well as famous Masters to demonstrate the 'how to' aspects of drawing. Whatever your ability, it's never been easier to master the art of drawing.

Download or read book Figure Drawing for Artists written by Steve Huston and published by Rockport Publishers. This book was released on 2016-06-01 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count is not a typical drawing instruction book; it explains the two-step process behind juggernauts like DreamWorks, WB and Disney. Though there are many books on drawing the human figure, none teach how to draw a figure from the first few marks of the quick sketch to the last virtuosic stroke of the finished masterpiece, let alone through a convincing, easy-to-understand method. That changes now! In Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count, award-winning fine artist Steve Huston shows beginners and pros alike the two foundational concepts behind the greatest masterpieces in art and how to use them as the basis for their own success. Embark on a drawing journey and discover how these twin pillars of support are behind everything from the Venus De Milo, to Michelangelo's Sibyl, to George Bellow's Stag at Sharkey's, and how they're the fundamental tools for animation studios around the world. Not to mention how the best comic book artists since the beginnings of the art form use them whether they know it or not. Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count sketches out the same two-step method taught to the artists of DreamWorks, Warner Brothers, and Disney Animation, so pick up a pencil and get drawing. The For Artists series expertly guides and instructs artists at all skill levels who want to develop their classical drawing and painting skills and create realistic and representational art.

Download or read book The Complete Book of Drawing Techniques written by Peter Stanyer and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Book of Drawing Techniques is intended for artists who are looking to expand their knowledge and understanding of materials and the wide range of available media. It will teach them about the characteristics of these media and materials and how to use them to get the required effect. With a unique combination of instruction and practice the book provides examples of the type of mark-making each medium produces. A range of projects then demonstrates effective ways of working with them. By the end of the book every budding artist will have enough knowledge and confidence to utilize the techniques they have learnt in a broad range of compositions of their own choosing.

Download or read book The Art and Science of Drawing written by Brent Eviston and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-05-28 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing is not a talent, it's a skill anyone can learn. This is the philosophy of drawing instructor Brent Eviston based on his more than twenty years of teaching. He has tested numerous types of drawing instruction from centuries old classical techniques to contemporary practices and designed an approach that combines tried and true techniques with innovative methods of his own. Now, he shares his secrets with this book that provides the most accessible, streamlined, and effective methods for learning to draw.

Download or read book Anatomy for Artists written by Barrington Barber and published by Arcturus Publishing. This book was released on 2023-03-15 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing the human figure with confidence and skill is perhaps the biggest challenge faced by artists, yet the most rewarding when it is achieved. In Anatomy for Artists, best-selling author and artist Barrington Barber provides clear annotated diagrams of every part of the human body useful to the artist, showing bone structure, musculature and surface views. Throughout the book he gives practical advice, gained from years of experience, on how to apply your new-found knowledge to the drawing of live models. Learn how to: • Recognize the differences between male and female bone structure • Identify facial muscles used in different expressions • Name the bones that show at the surface of the body • Accurately portray the body in movement • Improve your life drawing technique Packed with over 400 drawings, this thoroughly researched and comprehensive book is an invaluable reference resource for the practicing artist.

Download or read book The Artist s Drawing Book written by Katy Lipscomb and published by Blue Star Press. This book was released on 2023-12-05 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spark your creativity and hone your drawing skills with this comprehensive art book for beginners—which includes interactive lessons and fun practice pages! Join master artists Katy Lipscomb and Tyler Fisher as they guide you step-by-step through the art-making process. Using their Sketching Formula, anyone from beginners to experienced artists can improve their drawing abilities, expand their imagination, and achieve their creative potential. Filled with tips, tricks, and techniques, this interactive workbook guides you through a vast array of artistic approaches while inspiring your unique style. From comprehensive lessons that cover the basics of art theory to unique practice prompts that will get your creative juices flowing, The Artist's Drawing Book will teach you: • The fundamentals of art, like perspective, shading, composition, and color theory—all broken down into easy-to-digest lessons • Tips for avoiding common beginner mistakes, so you can confidently sketch any subject • Tricks for realistic texture, blending, and shading, no matter if you're working with professional-grade colored pencils or a cheap ballpoint pen • Techniques for mixing mediums so you can be limitless when creating your artwork • How to view the world like a true artist, so you can overcome creative block and find artistic inspiration wherever you go • ...and many more invaluable tips and tricks! If you're ready to start drawing as you learn how to develop your artistic abilities, The Artist's Drawing Book will encourage hands-on action to help you bring your artistic dreams to fruition. Also features: • Premium 140 gsm paper—perfect for testing out your new art skills • A sturdy hardcover with layflat design • Interactive activities so you can draw alongside each lesson • More than 200 pages of content • Over 700 inspiring illustrations • Valuable tips, tricks, and insights from the pros • Creative prompts, ideas, and inspiration • Suitable for all skill levels

Download or read book Morpho Hands and Feet written by Michel Lauricella and published by Rocky Nook, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-04-14 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!

In Morpho: Hands and Feet, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw the human body. In this book, Lauricella focuses exclusively on the hands and feet—arguably the most popular and, for many, the most challenging parts of the body to draw successfully. Breaking the subject matter down into the underlying skeletal shapes, followed by the musculature, then the skin and fat, and finally, the veins, Lauricella offers multiple approaches—from simple forms to complex renderings—and a plethora of positions and gestures are included to help you improve your drawing skills.

Geared toward artists of all levels, from beginners through professionals, this handy, pocket-sized book will help spark your imagination and creativity. Whether your interest is in figure drawing, fine arts, fashion design, game design, or creating comic book or manga art, you will find this helpful book filled with actionable insights.

(Publisher's Note: This book features an “exposed” binding style. This is intentional as it is designed to help the book lay flat as you draw.)

Download or read book The Language of Drawing written by Sherrie McGraw and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Artist s Drawing Book written by Moira Huntly and published by Blanford. This book was released on 1997 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide approaches drawing through a series of exercises to help develop accuracy, observation and interpretation. It includes step-by-step demonstrations with a variety of drawing media, and covers a wide range of subjects such as landscapes, seascapes, portraits and street scenes.

Download or read book The Artist s Complete Guide to Drawing the Head written by William Maughan and published by Watson-Guptill. This book was released on 2013-08-14 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this innovative guide, master art instructor William Maughan demonstrates how to create a realistic human likeness by using the classic and highly accurate modeling technique of chiaroscuro (Italian for “light and dark”) developed by Leonardo da Vinci during the High Renaissance. Maughan first introduces readers to the basics of this centuries-old technique, showing how to analyze form, light, and shadow; use dark pencil, white pencil, and toned paper to create a full range of values; use the elements of design to enhance a likeness; and capture a sitter’s gestures and proportions. He then demonstrates, step by step, how to draw each facial feature, develop visual awareness, and render the head in color with soft pastels.

Download or read book Drawing for the Artist written by Sarah Simblet and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Sarah Simblet teaches you how to draw by combining practical lessons with examples of both her own work and some of the world's greatest drawings. She introduces all the key drawing materials, then shows you how to master the basic elements of drawing in a series of step-by-step drawing classes, covering topics ranging from simple mark-making to establishing form, creating tone, and conveying perspective. You will learn how to explore a wide variety of subjects, from still life, plants, and animals to portraits, the human body, landscapes, and buildings, all of which are introduced with outstanding drawings by famous artists. Sarah demonstrates how she works - from quick pencil sketches to pen and ink studies - with expertise and plenty of encouraging tips, and complements them with plentiful examples from her own drawing books."--Publisher.

Download or read book Lessons in Masterful Portrait Drawing written by Mau-Kun Yim and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-03-27 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Draw the best portraits with form and spirit. Drawing techniques from a master! Mau-Kun Yim learned to draw as the Old Masters did and believes that to render the essence of life in portrait drawing, one must continue to pursue the old ways. This philosophy and methodology relies on a holistic approach to observation, analysis and critical-thinking honed through time and patience. • Start with a solid foundation - Classical bust drawing is a must. These lessons aid in constructing volume in your drawing and introduce concepts of structure. • Move on to sketching - The best way to train your observation skills. Anatomy, value and state of mind are the focus of these lessons. • 12 step-by-step tutorials put it all together - Form and spirit combine along with more clearly defined details to bring life and dimension to your portraits. • An extensive gallery of beautifully and classically executed portraits, figures, sketches and busts serves as inspiration.

Download or read book Drawing written by Kathryn Temple and published by Lark Books (NC). This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great instructions and suggestions for drawing people, places, and things.