From Walter Foster Publishing’s popular Realistic series, which features step-by-step instructions for drawing amazingly lifelike artwork in the dynamic colored pencil medium, comes Realistic Animals in Colored Pencil. Whether you are an aspiring or established artist, you can learn to draw your favorite animals with incredible detail and photorealism. This follow-up to Realistic Portraits in Colored Pencil and Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil is authored and illustrated by an accomplished colored pencil artist with numerous art awards to her name. The artwork looks complex, but it’s possible to replicate with the help of the thorough section on colored pencil techniques that opens the book. Learn how to create various effects, including: shadingblendinglayeringburnishingand more! The following pages cover animal textures, such as fur, hair, eyes, tongues, and more, and how to create them. The step-by-step projects are awe-inspiring in their realism and feature popular animal subjects like dogs, cats, horses, birds, exotic animals, and more. Laid out in a way that’s easy to follow and understand, the projects are approachable and appealing for any skill level.Whether you simply wish to gawk at amazingly photorealistic art or create your own animal portraits, Realistic Animals in Colored Pencil is the perfect resource. Read more

Whether you are a budding artist or a professional wishing to develop your skills, This Ultimate Drawing Book is the perfect companion for you.Learn to draw everything from the texture of a silken cloth to a body in dynamic movement with this easy-to-follow guide. Barrington Barber is a working artist and best-selling author of many practical art titles, providing clear and practical guidance as well as helping you develop your own artistic style. This drawing book provides step-by-step sequences on a multitude of skills. Learn to:• Depict the elements in a landscape, such as water, trees and sky• Portray the texture of different materials• Convey the features and movement of humans• Compose an original still lifeProviding examples from master artists such as Di Vinci and Rubens, and breaking down their work's successful elements, Barrington Barber will help you bring your own drawings to life. Read more

How to Draw Cool Stuff shows simple step-by-step illustrations that make it easy for anyone to draw cool stuff with precision and confidence. These pages will guide you through the basic principles of illustration by concentrating on easy-to-learn shapes that build into complex drawings. With the step-by-step guidelines provided, anything can become easy to draw. This book contains a series of fun, hands-on exercises that will help you see line, shape, space and other elements in everyday objects and turn them into detailed works of art in just a few simple steps. The exercises in this book will help train your brain so you can visualize ordinary objects in a different manner, allowing you to see through the eyes of an artist. From photorealistic faces to holiday themes and tattoo drawings, How to Draw Cool Stuff makes drawing easier than you would think and more fun than you ever imagined! Now is the time to learn how to draw the subjects and scenes you've always dreamt of drawing. How to Draw Cool Stuff is suitable for artists of any age benefiting everyone from teachers and students to self-learners and hobbyists. How to Draw Cool Stuff will help you realize your artistic potential and expose you to the pure joy of drawing! Read more

This book starts on the ground floor of drawing lessons and it is aimed at all artists who struggle to commence a drawing. What suits one person doesn't necessarily suit another and that's why there are 9 simple methods that you can choose from, to help you achieve a great outline. There is only one focus and that is how to reduce a subject into an outline. If you are looking for ways to get a solid foundation in drawing, then you have just stumbled onto the perfect book! See how each method is demonstrated with step-by-step examples and there are more than 50 basic illustrations to help you become familiar with this vital technique. This process sets the stage for all of your future drawings and gives you the confidence to tackle anything. Join Author Kate Berry as she shares the easy tactics she used to teach herself to draw successfully. Read more

A comprehensive and practical guide full of advice and inspiration for anyone wishing to capture the beauty of the urban landscape.This hands-on and inspirational book will encourage you to meet the exciting challenges of drawing and painting buildings using a variety of media and a wide range of techniques, including pencil, pen, graphite powder, watercolor, water-soluble pencils and Indian ink. As you work through this book, you will look at materials and their qualities then move on to explore how to put these materials to best use when drawing specific types of buildings. You will be led gently through levels of learning, with easy and more challenging exercises progressing your knowledge and developing your skills. Detailed artworks in a range of styles and media are thoroughly annotated to demonstrate key techniques and important details and there are invaluable exercises for understanding perspective, negative and positive space, tone, choosing details and constructing large-scale images. The book includes thorough studies of a wide range of different architectural styles, from town houses to rural cottages and barns, from churches and classical architecture to continental cafes and street scenes. Richard Taylor's exquisite drawings and paintings demonstrate the quality of the results that can be achieved by following his helpful guidance and advice. Read more

For centuries, landscapes have captivated the imaginations of artists. For the amateur artist, the sheer scope of the landscape may seem daunting - whether it's a stunning view of unspoilt countryside, a city street, or the view outside your window. So where do you start?In Drawing Landscapes, artist and teacher Barrington Barber outlines the key areas to master and guides you through the skills you need to become an accomplished landscape artist.• Includes information on materials, techniques, and styles• Explains the core fundamentals of perspective, foreground, middleground, and background• Looks at the basic elements of a landscape such as sky, water, mountains, and vegetation• Offers step-by-step drawings and exercises to practise Read more

See the world around you in a whole new way with this inspiring guide to nature drawing, urban sketching, travel drawing, drawing from memory or photos, and sketch journaling.In Draw Your World, Samantha Dion Baker gives you everything you need to begin a new art practice or enliven an existing one. She shares her favorite tools and materials, simple technical lessons such as composition, shadows and light, symmetry, and perspective, plus fun motivational exercises like drawing from memory, urban sketching, travel journaling, and experimental art. With helpful step-by-steps and stunning visual examples from Baker's own work, Draw Your World will help you hone your skills and capture the details of your unique and remarkable life in a sketch journal or as finished artwork. Read more

Practice drawing a variety of subjects and build or hone your artistic skills with this helpful guide featuring over two hundred drawing techniques, tips and tricks.This comprehensive drawing guide covers a vast array of subjects, from landscapes, still lifes, and flowers to animals, portraits, and the human figure. Begin with a thorough introduction to the essential tools and materials you need to get started, including different types of pencils, sketchbooks, papers, and other tools. Then learn the fundamentals of drawing, as well as a variety of drawing techniques, including rendering realistic textures, creating volume, and capturing perspective. A series of easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects cover a variety of techniques, including:Developing formRendering textureDepth and distanceForeshorteningValues and shadingPerspectiveBalance and compositionCapturing realism and likenessDepicting figures in actionWith helpful tips and straightforward step-by-step lessons, The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Drawing is the perfect resource for beginning artists who want to improve their drawing skills. Read more

Learn how to create awesome drawings of everything from crazy monsters to monster trucks. Ste-by-step instructions provide all the skills you need to create crazy robots, warriors, and whatever you can imagine. Read more

Anyone can draw and this complete coursebook will show you how, written by bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber. Beginning with the basics of mark-making, this drawing book guides readers through the fundamentals of line, tone, proportion, and careful observation, and how they can be combined to create convincing, realistic drawings. Sections include: • Marks and materials • Line drawing • Tonal drawing • Observation in drawing • Properties and perspective • Composition • Useful practices and projectsDesigned with absolute novices in mind, as well as those who would love to revive their skills, this book will enable all users to take pleasure in the activity of drawing. Read more

Sharpen your art skills, quiet your inner critic, and boost your creativity with fifty-two weeks of inspirational drawing prompts, projects, and tips.For beginners as well as aspiring & practicing artists.Leave your artistic anxiety behind with 52 weeks of hearty inspiration. Your Year in Art is a must-have guide to rouse your creative side and burst your artist’s block once and for all! Designed for aspiring, beginning, and practicing artists looking to hone their talent, Your Year in Art is packed with unique projects and encouraging instruction.Sharpen your art skills and quiet your inner critic by learning how to draw habitually and spontaneously. As you build your craft, techniques, and confidence, you will learn to create in a way that celebrates your individuality.Each week, expert artist Chelsea Ward will get your creative juices flowing with a theme and a project designed to enhance your creativity. Projects include filling a sketchbook page with doodles and themed drawings, sketching on location, practicing ink-wash techniques, and working with color among many more inspiring ideas.Join fellow artists in an exciting yearlong journey of developing healthy creative habits, while discovering new ways to express yourself. Your Year in Art will show you how! Read more

Have you been challenged to refresh or fix your brand to reach new buyers and grow revenue? Are you wondering where to start and what it takes to do it successfully?Strengthening your brand will create value for your business. But too often rebrands are done the wrong way and the expected revenue doesn’t follow.You can’t afford to wing it.Rebrand Right is a practical guide to help you diagnose, then define and deliver changes to your brand, marketing and experience to grow your business.Start by understanding the four brand factors that drive growth and diagnose where your problem really lies. Then work your way through step by step, from brand strategy and identity, to marketing, implementation and experience.Based on 50 years of experience with over 90 B2B and B2C brands, this is the definitive guide to modern rebranding.Let’s get your rebrand right.'A definitive guide on how to help your business grow through effective brand management and strategy.' - Pete Markey CMO, Boots'The book I wish I’d had earlier in my career. Brimming with obvious experience and practical steps to follow.' - Marisa Kacary CMO, WilsonHCG'When it comes to rebranding, no one is more qualified than Sarah and Rachel.' - Alisha Lyndon CEO, Momentum ITSMA Read more

Transform lines and simple shapes into strikingly textured pencil illustrations of a wide variety of flowers.In this comprehensive guide, acclaimed artist William F. Powell invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to render a variety of beautiful flowers in pencil. After sharing helpful tips for choosing materials, shading with pencil, and creating floral arrangements, he explores drawing techniques with step-by-step demonstrations that feature his own personal method for developing a drawing to its fullest potential. And the lessons feature a variety of beautiful flower drawings you can both copy and admire, making this book a welcome reference for any artist. Read more

El Eternauta es la primera novela gráfica en español y la más importante para el mundo hispanoamericano. Obra cumbre de la ciencia ficción, fue publicada originalmente en Argentina como una serie de 106 entregas desde 1957 a 1959, en la revista Hora Cero Semanal.  Para esta edición definitiva, revisada y corregida, se han retocado más de cincuenta ilustraciones sin alterar el espíritu original de la obra, con la intención de optimizar su calidad visual, potencia y continuidad gráfica.  Con su vitalidad narrativa, su vigor político y su peso iconográfico intactos, nos complace presentar la multipremiada historia que influenció a más de cinco generaciones de lectores alrededor de todo el mundo. Read more

Whether you're discovering printmaking for the first time or you're looking for fresh ideas to reinvigorate your practice, you'll find plenty of inspiration in The Printmaking Ideas Book.From traditional methods such as screenprinting, etching and lithography to contemporary techniques such as risography and digital collage, this book is packed with new ideas, methods and tips on every page.Brimming with experimental, arresting and beautiful examples of printmaking from all over the world, it will take your creativity further and awaken new ideas. Read more

How To Draw Cartoon Characters for Beginners is a comprehensive guide designed to help aspiring artists develop their skills in cartoon character creation. The book takes readers through a step-by-step process, starting from the basics and gradually advancing to more complex techniques.Key Topics CoveredFundamentals of Character Design:Introduction to basic shapes and how they form the foundation of any cartoon character.Techniques for creating stick figures to establish the structure of characters.Developing Facial Expressions:Detailed instructions on how to draw various facial expressions, such as happy, sad, angry, and skeptical, to convey emotions effectively.Tips on how body language complements facial expressions to bring characters to life.Posing and Body Language:Methods for drawing characters in different poses, emphasizing how posture and movement express emotions and actions.Exercises for understanding weight distribution and balance in different poses.Character Turnarounds:Explanation of what turnarounds are and why they are essential for character design, especially in animation and storytelling.Step-by-step guide on creating turnarounds to depict characters from multiple angles.Applying Proportions and Stylization:Exploration of how to play with proportions to create unique and stylized characters.Encouragement to experiment with different sizes and shapes to develop a personal drawing style.Clothing and Accessories:Tips on designing outfits and accessories that match the character’s personality and enhance their visual appeal.Suggestions for adding patterns, textures, and details to clothing.Additional Features:Practical exercises to reinforce learning and build confidence.Encouragement to explore creativity and develop a unique artistic voice.Emphasis on the importance of observation and practice in mastering the art of cartoon character drawing.Conclusion:The book concludes with motivational advice, reminding readers that passion and persistence are key to success in art. It encourages artists to keep practicing, stay curious, and continue creating characters that bring joy and imagination to life. The guide also directs readers to additional resources, such as video lectures on Udemy and Skillshare, for further learning and inspiration. Read more

These drawing lessons will see you zooming to the top of your art class because they help you find that sought after co-ordination between hand and eye. This is a definite requirement for anyone who wants to be an artist.Drawing or sketching becomes automatic once you learn these skills and the majority is done by studying Nature. A must-have for any student and great for homeschooling.There are more than 40 illustrations to demonstrate each process.Join Author Kate Berry, a self taught artist who knows all about the obstacles you may be experiencing. Read more

Refresh your creativity and boost your motivation to draw with the expert help of The Drawing Ideas Book.If you're stuck in a rut - or simply just stuck - this book is filled with ideas for what to draw, how to draw and even where and when to draw. Packed with arresting examples of creatives' drawings and sketchbooks from all over the world, it's sure to fire up your creativity.Imagine it, doodle it, sketch it, ink it and more. Discover the infinite possibilities of this essential art form, from its key mediums to unusual processes, across subjects from figure drawing and landscape sketching to abstract compositions. Read more

Learn to draw faces, features, and figures in graphite, with inspiration from four accomplished artists.Packed with practical advice, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques, this comprehensive book is an essential resource to which artists of all skill levels will refer again and again. The Art of Drawing People comprises instruction from a group of four experienced artists who demonstrate the processes of drawing the human head and clothed figure from infancy through old age in a variety of poses.The talented authors also share their knowledge about underlying anatomy, ethnic influences, and natural variations in shape, texture, and proportion, as well as basic information about drawing tools and pencil techniques. Read more

Techniques, tips, and exercises for capturing the expressiveness of the human face in your drawings, step by step.Successfully drawing the human face is one of the most challenging yet rewarding artistic experiences. In this step-by-step book, Debra Kauffman Yaun invites you into her artistic world as she shows you how to draw a variety of portraits in pencil.She shares her personal methods for rendering the human face in all its expressiveness as she introduces tips and techniques for approaching babies, children, teenagers, and adults of all ages. The book includes in-depth information on specific facial features as well as detailed, step-by-step exercises that explore ways to develop complete portraits. And the wealth of beautiful, inspiring examples ensure that Faces & Features will be a welcome addition to any artist’s drawing reference library. Read more