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Sketch by Sketch

A Creative Path to Emotional Healing and Transformation

by Sheila Darcey ...

Transform your life, process your emotions, and find joy in Sheila Darcey's Sketch by SketchDuring a difficult time in her life, author Sheila Darcey found that the act of sketching and freestyle drawing—of giving a physical form to her thoughts, emotions and ideas—was an impactful way to process what she was feeling. One simple sketch became a daily practice and developed into a meditative and ... Read more

$14.39 USD

Transform your life, process your emotions, and find joy in Sheila Darcey's Sketch by SketchDuring a difficult time in her life, author Sheila Darcey found that the act of sketching and freestyle drawing—of giving a physical form to her thoughts, emotions and ideas—was an impactful way to process what she was feeling. One simple sketch became a daily practice and developed into a meditative and
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Beginner's Guide to Life Drawing

by Eddie Armer ...

"Life drawing is not only about learning to draw the body accurately; it also teaches you to translate our complex three-dimensional world... to the confines of a sheet of paper." Eddie ArmerImprove your drawing skills and learn how to observe the human form with this simple practical course.By applying a few basic rules, the shape of a body can be both accurately and artistically captured in as ... Read more

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"Life drawing is not only about learning to draw the body accurately; it also teaches you to translate our complex three-dimensional world... to the confines of a sheet of paper." Eddie ArmerImprove your drawing skills and learn how to observe the human form with this simple practical course.By applying a few basic rules, the shape of a body can be both accurately and artistically captured in as
... Read more
Learn How to Draw and Paint Horses for Beginners

Learn to Draw, #28

by Paolo Lopez de Leon, John Davidson ...

Series Book 28 - Learn to Draw
TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroductionMaterialsCharcoalAirbrushPastelsThe BasicsSphereConeCubeCylinderHow to Draw a HorseDrawing Horses in Different PosesHow to Render a Horse WithPencilsHow to Draw a Cartoon Horse:Charcoal PaintingRendering theHorse in CharcoalLearning about ColorsPastel PaintingRendering the Horse in PastelsWatercolor PaintingPainting... ... Read more

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TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroductionMaterialsCharcoalAirbrushPastelsThe BasicsSphereConeCubeCylinderHow to Draw a HorseDrawing Horses in Different PosesHow to Render a Horse WithPencilsHow to Draw a Cartoon Horse:Charcoal PaintingRendering theHorse in CharcoalLearning about ColorsPastel PaintingRendering the Horse in PastelsWatercolor PaintingPainting...
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You Can Draw in 30 Days

The Fun, Easy Way to Learn to Draw in One Month or Less

by Mark Kistler ...

Pick up your pencil, embrace your inner artist, and learn how to draw in thirty days with this step-by-step guide from an Emmy award-winning PBS host."Sharpen your pencils and open your sketchbook; your teacher is waiting." ― The Boston GlobeDrawing is an acquired skill, not a talent—anyone can learn to draw! All you need is a pencil, a piece of paper, and the willingness to tap into your hidden ... Read more

$14.39 USD

Pick up your pencil, embrace your inner artist, and learn how to draw in thirty days with this step-by-step guide from an Emmy award-winning PBS host."Sharpen your pencils and open your sketchbook; your teacher is waiting." ― The Boston GlobeDrawing is an acquired skill, not a talent—anyone can learn to draw! All you need is a pencil, a piece of paper, and the willingness to tap into your hidden
... Read more
The Complete Beginner's Guide to Drawing

More Than 200 Drawing Techniques, Tips & Lessons

by Walter Foster Creative Team ...

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 ... Read more

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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
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Drawing in Black & White

Creative Exercises, Art Techniques, and Explorations in Positive and Negative Design

by Deborah Velasquez ...

"The style of this book is loose and easy, about having fun, and learning to work within the confines of black and white rather than depending on color." — Art ElementsWorking with only positive and negative lines and shapes keeps the focus on the basics: composition, balance, and harmony. And using white and black gel, ink, and paint pens on black, tan, and gray papers allows you to experience ... Read more

$14.39 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

"The style of this book is loose and easy, about having fun, and learning to work within the confines of black and white rather than depending on color." — Art ElementsWorking with only positive and negative lines and shapes keeps the focus on the basics: composition, balance, and harmony. And using white and black gel, ink, and paint pens on black, tan, and gray papers allows you to experience
... Read more
The Everything Art Handbook

A Comprehensive Guide to More Than 100 Art Techniques and Tools of the Trade

by Walter Foster Creative Team ...

Pick up your pencil or brush and start creating with this go-to resource for artists of all skill levels, covering drawing, painting, and mixed media.A refreshing, accessible compendium of art materials and techniques, The Everything Art Handbook is the perfect all-inclusive resource for beginning artists wanting to experiment and play with a variety of art mediums and techniques.The Everything ... Read more

$18.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Pick up your pencil or brush and start creating with this go-to resource for artists of all skill levels, covering drawing, painting, and mixed media.A refreshing, accessible compendium of art materials and techniques, The Everything Art Handbook is the perfect all-inclusive resource for beginning artists wanting to experiment and play with a variety of art mediums and techniques.The Everything
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Cartooning: Character Design

by Sherm Cohen ...

Series series How to Draw & Paint
Learn the art of cartooning step by step with an Emmy-winning storyboard artist and character designer!This addition to the How to Draw and Paint series comes from accomplished cartoonist Sherm Cohen, renowned for his work on SpongeBob SquarePants and many other film and television productions. It teaches artists the essentials of creating cartoon characters, from using basic shapes and conveying ... Read more

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Learn the art of cartooning step by step with an Emmy-winning storyboard artist and character designer!This addition to the How to Draw and Paint series comes from accomplished cartoonist Sherm Cohen, renowned for his work on SpongeBob SquarePants and many other film and television productions. It teaches artists the essentials of creating cartoon characters, from using basic shapes and conveying
... Read more
Addictive Sketcher

by Adebanji Alade ...

Giving an insight into how this inspiring and talented artist works, The Addictive Sketcher passes on Adebanji Alade's infectious enthusiasm and will have the reader reaching for a pencil or pen to have a go. Adebanji has a skill and a passion for speaking and motivating his audience in a fun and engaging way, and this is reflected in his writing style. Lively, stimulating and instructive, it is ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Giving an insight into how this inspiring and talented artist works, The Addictive Sketcher passes on Adebanji Alade's infectious enthusiasm and will have the reader reaching for a pencil or pen to have a go. Adebanji has a skill and a passion for speaking and motivating his audience in a fun and engaging way, and this is reflected in his writing style. Lively, stimulating and instructive, it is
... Read more
The Fundamentals of Drawing

A Complete Professional Course for Artists

by Barrington Barber ...

This internationally bestselling guide covers essential drawing techniques, written by expert practical art author Barrington Barber.The Fundamentals of Drawing is a practical and comprehensive drawing course from beginner to advanced levels. Opportunities for practice and improvement are offered across a wide spectrum of subjects with step-by-step examples to guide you through.Subjects include:• ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

This internationally bestselling guide covers essential drawing techniques, written by expert practical art author Barrington Barber.The Fundamentals of Drawing is a practical and comprehensive drawing course from beginner to advanced levels. Opportunities for practice and improvement are offered across a wide spectrum of subjects with step-by-step examples to guide you through.Subjects include:•
... Read more
Dogs & Puppies

by Nolon Stacey ...

Series series Drawing Made Easy
An easy-to-follow guide to drawing canines, from sketching bodies, faces and hair to creating animal portraits of a favorite pet.Many aspiring artists want to draw a portrait of their best friend—especially where their pal has four paws and fur! This newest addition to the Drawing Made Easy series pairs our best-selling medium with the wildly popular subject of dogs and puppies. Unlike similar ... Read more

$11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An easy-to-follow guide to drawing canines, from sketching bodies, faces and hair to creating animal portraits of a favorite pet.Many aspiring artists want to draw a portrait of their best friend—especially where their pal has four paws and fur! This newest addition to the Drawing Made Easy series pairs our best-selling medium with the wildly popular subject of dogs and puppies. Unlike similar
... Read more
Draw 50 Birds

The Step-by-Step Way to Draw Chickadees, Peacocks, Toucans, Mallards, and Many More of Our Feathered Friends

by Lee J. Ames, Tony D'Adamo ...

Series series Draw 50
Draw 50 Birds teaches aspiring artists how to draw with ease by following simple, step-by-step instructions.Celebrated author Lee J. Ames brings together dozens of birds from around the world, including the puffin, the peacock, the dodo bird, the dove, the great horned owl, and even the common chicken. Ames's illustration style and renowned drawing method has made him a leader in the step-by-step ... Read more

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Draw 50 Birds teaches aspiring artists how to draw with ease by following simple, step-by-step instructions.Celebrated author Lee J. Ames brings together dozens of birds from around the world, including the puffin, the peacock, the dodo bird, the dove, the great horned owl, and even the common chicken. Ames's illustration style and renowned drawing method has made him a leader in the step-by-step
... Read more
Art Class: The Essential Guide to Drawing

How to Create Your Own Artwork

by Barrington Barber ...

Series series Art Class
An essential guide to drawing by internationally bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber.Whether you want to learn to draw from scratch or to brush up your skills, this comprehensive drawing manual contains all you need. With introductory chapters on techniques, basic drawing exercises and composition, the book goes on to explore the major subject areas available to you as an artist: ... Read more

Was $3.99 USD Now $0.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

An essential guide to drawing by internationally bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber.Whether you want to learn to draw from scratch or to brush up your skills, this comprehensive drawing manual contains all you need. With introductory chapters on techniques, basic drawing exercises and composition, the book goes on to explore the major subject areas available to you as an artist:
... Read more
Draw Your World

How to Sketch and Paint Your Remarkable Life

by Samantha Dion Baker ...

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 ... Read more

$4.99 USD

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
... Read more
Drawing Comics Lab

52 Exercises on Characters, Panels, Storytelling, Publishing, & Professional Practices

by Robyn Chapman ...

Series series Lab
Learn all the basics of producing a comic from the first doodle to the finished publication—includes fifty-two exercises for aspiring comic artists of all ages.Do you dream of becoming a comic artist? This easy-to-follow book is designed for the beginning or aspiring cartoonist. Both children and adults will find the techniques engaging and highly accessible. Featured artists include:James ... Read more

$18.79 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Learn all the basics of producing a comic from the first doodle to the finished publication—includes fifty-two exercises for aspiring comic artists of all ages.Do you dream of becoming a comic artist? This easy-to-follow book is designed for the beginning or aspiring cartoonist. Both children and adults will find the techniques engaging and highly accessible. Featured artists include:James
... Read more
Layout Ideas 101

Over 100 inspiring journal layouts plus 500 writing prompts

by Helen Colebrook ...

Series series Journal With Purpose
The ultimate guide to journaling, packed with prompts and ideas to spark creativity.Love the idea of journaling but don't know where to start? Terrified of the blank pages in your pristine journal? Never fear, expert Helen Colebrook is here to help you create a functional and beautiful journal! In this ultimate guide, you'll find heaps of tips and tricks to help you on your journey, along with a ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The ultimate guide to journaling, packed with prompts and ideas to spark creativity.Love the idea of journaling but don't know where to start? Terrified of the blank pages in your pristine journal? Never fear, expert Helen Colebrook is here to help you create a functional and beautiful journal! In this ultimate guide, you'll find heaps of tips and tricks to help you on your journey, along with a
... Read more
How To Draw Manga:First Edition

How to draw Manga,Anime and Comics, #1

by Learn To Draw ...

Series Book 1 - How to draw Manga,Anime and Comics
Unlock the secrets to creating stunning manga artwork with How to Draw Manga: First Edition! Perfect for beginners and aspiring artists, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of manga illustration.From mastering dynamic poses and expressive facial features to designing captivating characters and breathtaking backgrounds, this book covers it all. Learn essential ... Read more

$2.00 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unlock the secrets to creating stunning manga artwork with How to Draw Manga: First Edition! Perfect for beginners and aspiring artists, this comprehensive guide takes you step-by-step through the fundamentals of manga illustration.From mastering dynamic poses and expressive facial features to designing captivating characters and breathtaking backgrounds, this book covers it all. Learn essential
... Read more
The Artist's Complete Book of Drawing

A step-by-step professional guide

by Barrington Barber ...

Whether you want to learn to draw from scratch or to brush up your skills, this comprehensive drawing manual contains all you need. With introductory chapters on techniques, basic drawing exercises and composition, the book goes on to explore the major subject areas available to you as an artist: still life, landscape, and figure drawing.Barrington Barber's combination of clear step-by-step ... Read more

$1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Whether you want to learn to draw from scratch or to brush up your skills, this comprehensive drawing manual contains all you need. With introductory chapters on techniques, basic drawing exercises and composition, the book goes on to explore the major subject areas available to you as an artist: still life, landscape, and figure drawing.Barrington Barber's combination of clear step-by-step
... Read more
Sketchbook Challenge

100 Prompts for Daily Drawing

by Susan Yeates ...

Kickstart or develop your own daily sketching habit with 100 simple and thought-provoking prompts from the creator of the 30-Day Sketchbook Challenge.The huge range of prompts includes found objects such as leaves, clocks, buttons and jewellery, along with more subjective suggestions such as 'something that smells good' and 'items in your pocket', to encourage you to sketch everyday items you may ... Read more

$12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Kickstart or develop your own daily sketching habit with 100 simple and thought-provoking prompts from the creator of the 30-Day Sketchbook Challenge.The huge range of prompts includes found objects such as leaves, clocks, buttons and jewellery, along with more subjective suggestions such as 'something that smells good' and 'items in your pocket', to encourage you to sketch everyday items you may
... Read more
Draw Like an Artist: 100 Lessons to Create Anime and Manga Characters

Step-by-Step Line Drawing - A Sourcebook for Aspiring Artists and Character Designers - Access video tutorials via QR codes!

by Alex Brennan-Dent, ABD Illustrates ...

Series series Draw Like an Artist
This is your go-to drawing and visual reference book for creating anime and manga characters, featuring more than 600 drawings demonstrating basic techniques and depicting a wide range of characters.For student and aspiring artists, illustrators, character designers, and more, Draw Like an Artist: 100 Lessons to Create Anime and Manga Characters demonstrates foundational art concepts like ... Read more

$14.39 USD

This is your go-to drawing and visual reference book for creating anime and manga characters, featuring more than 600 drawings demonstrating basic techniques and depicting a wide range of characters.For student and aspiring artists, illustrators, character designers, and more, Draw Like an Artist: 100 Lessons to Create Anime and Manga Characters demonstrates foundational art concepts like
... Read more
Make (Sneaky) Art

and other ideas to build your sketchbook habit

by Nishant Jain ...

Observe your world through the pages of a sketchbook and find art in the everyday moments of ordinary life.How would life change if, whenever you found a free moment, you reached for a sketchbook instead of your phone? Make (Sneaky) Art is not just a guide to drawing on location; it is a way to actively engage with our world and reclaim our attention spans.After moving to the United States, author ... Read more

$14.99 USD

Observe your world through the pages of a sketchbook and find art in the everyday moments of ordinary life.How would life change if, whenever you found a free moment, you reached for a sketchbook instead of your phone? Make (Sneaky) Art is not just a guide to drawing on location; it is a way to actively engage with our world and reclaim our attention spans.After moving to the United States, author
... Read more
Classical Drawing Atelier

A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Studio Practice

by Juliette Aristides ...

Ateliers have produced the greatest artists of all time—and now that educational model is experiencing a renaissance. These studios, a return to classical art training, are based on the nineteenth-century model of teaching artists by pairing them with a master artist over a period of years. Students begin by copying masterworks, then gradually progress to painting as their skills develop. ... Read more

$4.99 USD

Ateliers have produced the greatest artists of all time—and now that educational model is experiencing a renaissance. These studios, a return to classical art training, are based on the nineteenth-century model of teaching artists by pairing them with a master artist over a period of years. Students begin by copying masterworks, then gradually progress to painting as their skills develop.
... Read more
Morpho: Simplified Forms

Anatomy for Artists

by Michel Lauricella ...

Series Book 2 - Morpho: Anatomy for Artists
The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the human body for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella simplifies the human body into basic shapes and forms, offering profound insight for artists of all kinds, sparking the imagination and improving one’s ... Read more

$12.39 USD

The must-have guide for all artists who draw the human figure!This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the human body for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella simplifies the human body into basic shapes and forms, offering profound insight for artists of all kinds, sparking the imagination and improving one’s
... Read more
DragonArt Basics for Beginners

by Jessica Peffer ...

Dragons are terrifying creatures, and do not like to be drawn by just anyone! If you're brave enough to take on the task, you'll appreciate the lessons in this book for guiding you on your treacherous journey! By the end, you'll have created some great scaly friends. ... Read more

$5.99 USD

Dragons are terrifying creatures, and do not like to be drawn by just anyone! If you're brave enough to take on the task, you'll appreciate the lessons in this book for guiding you on your treacherous journey! By the end, you'll have created some great scaly friends.
... Read more

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