Thursday, June 29, 2006

Pencil Drawing - The Beginner's Guide



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Pencil Drawing - The Beginner's Guide

A Life In Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal



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**Popular Journal Illustrating Book < Redesigned With An Attractive New Cover < & Illustration and Is Now Available In < See Through Shrink Wrap. < **Postponed Till Spring 99"**... More >>

A Life In Hand: Creating the Illuminated Journal

Tuesday, June 27, 2006

Painting Weathered Buildings in Pen, Ink & Watercolor


  • ISBN13: 9781581804324
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Using inks and liquid watercolour paints specially made for pens, Claudia Nice shows artists of all skill levels how to achieve the warm moods, rough textures and mellow hues of aging barns, farmhouses, mansions, and more. Claudia reveals simple methods for rendering a range of charming subjects. She includes a wide variety of textures, from peeling paint and rusting iron to stone and stucco. Her techniques are based on fundamental artistic concepts, including value... More >>

Painting Weathered Buildings in Pen, Ink & Watercolor

Monday, June 26, 2006

Theory and Practice of Perspective



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PREFACE
It is much easier to understand and remember a thing when a reason is given for it, than when we are merely shown how to do it without being told why it is so done; for in the latter case, instead of being assisted by reason, our real help in all study, we have to rely upon memory or our power of imitation, and to do simply as we are told without thinking about it. The consequence is that at the very first difficulty we are left to flounder about in the d... More >>

Theory and Practice of Perspective

Sunday, June 25, 2006

Pen & Ink Techniques


  • ISBN13: 9780486474564
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This richly illustrated manual covers everything from the basic tools and materials to the production of advanced effects. It presents dozens of exercises for beginning, intermediate, and advanced artists, ranging from the creation of hatching, tones, and stippling to dealing with the problems that can arise when adding texture, light, and shade.... More >>

Pen & Ink Techniques

Saturday, June 24, 2006

Designs by Erte: Fashion Drawings and Illustrations from Harper's Bazar


  • ISBN13: 9780486233970
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310 fabulous line drawings and 14 Harper's Bazar covers, 8 in full color. Erté's exotic temptresses with tassels, fur muffs, long trains, coifs, more. "Imaginative and colorful ... a fascinating glimpse into the development of fashion." — Arts Review (London).
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Designs by Erte: Fashion Drawings and Illustrations from Harper's Bazar

Wednesday, June 21, 2006

Blackstock's Collections: The Drawings of an Artistic Savant


  • ISBN13: 9781568985794
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Modern life is an ever-accelerating barrage of people, buildings, vehicles, creatures, and things. How much can a curious mind take in? And what can it do with all the data? Gregory L. Blackstock, a retired Seattle pot washer, draws order out of all the chaos with a pencil, a black marker, and some crayons. Blackstock is autistic and an artistic savant. He creates visual lists of everything from wasps to hats to emergency vehicles to noisemakers. In the spirit of th... More >>

Blackstock's Collections: The Drawings of an Artistic Savant

Freaks!: How to Draw Fantastic Fantasy Creatures


  • ISBN13: 9780823016624
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Devoted to the serious depictions of anthropomorphic characters, Freaks! covers the entire range of animal people and explores all its possibilities. Hundreds of illustrations depict subjects that include basic human and animal anatomies, cat people, dog people, wolf people, feathered freaks, bat people, reptilian creatures, predators of the deep, primates, insect people, elephant man, rhino man, hippo lady, and much more. This drawing guide demonstrates the wide ra... More >>

Freaks!: How to Draw Fantastic Fantasy Creatures

Tuesday, June 20, 2006

Bruno Munari: Drawing A Tree


  • ISBN13: 9788887942767
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ABOUT WORKSHOP The books in the new workshop series describe different methods of learning, from educational activities to explanatory pamphlets to poetic play. The illuminating, gentle genius of Bruno Munari offers basic instructions and plenty of stimuli, suggestions, and illustrative pictures to get adults and children, teachers and students working together. These three books, the first in the series, are classics from the hand of a magician.

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Bruno Munari: Drawing A Tree

The Elements of Drawing in Three Letters to Beginners



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The book has no illustrations or index. Purchasers are entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Subjects: Drawing;... More >>

The Elements of Drawing in Three Letters to Beginners

Monday, June 19, 2006

The Encyclopedia of Colored Pencil Techniques



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An artist can create an astonishing range of hues, tints, and textures using colored pencils. This volume of Running Press's Encyclopedia of Art Technique Series demonstrates how to fully explore the potential of this remarkable medium. Covers the characteristics of various kinds of pencils and assorted techniques. Over 200 full-color photos.... More >>

The Encyclopedia of Colored Pencil Techniques

Friday, June 16, 2006

Arthur Rackham: A Life with Illustration



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The definitive and sumptuous biography of the one of the world's most collectible illustrators contains a richly detailed account of his life along with beautifully enchanting pictures Examining the work of the illustrator Arthur Rackham, this monograph traces his achievements throughout his illustrious career. Rackham's illustrations for such works as Alice in Wonderland, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, and Rip Van Winkle ... More >>

Arthur Rackham: A Life with Illustration

Thursday, June 15, 2006

The Cartoonist's Workbook: Drawing, Spelling, Writing Gags



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A book of practical information and reference for all cartoonists in which the author demonstrates his keyhole drawing method for beginners. He shows step by step how to build faces, bodies, expressions and movement. He then describes techniques for freehand drawing, composition, perspective and caricature - with hundreds of drawings. The hardest and often most overlooked aspect of cartooning is writing gags for single cartoons and comic strips. This is examined wit... More >>

The Cartoonist's Workbook: Drawing, Spelling, Writing Gags

Wednesday, June 14, 2006

Sketchbook-Hunter Green Blank Book 5 1/2 x 8 1/4"


  • ISBN13: 9780823005109
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Sketchbook Sewn Binding, Kivar Cover Smaller, Hunter Green... More >>

Sketchbook-Hunter Green Blank Book 5 1/2 x 8 1/4"

Sunday, June 11, 2006

Drawing the Human Body: An Anatomical Guide


  • ISBN13: 9780806958910
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Overflowing with sketches that capture a wondrous repertoire of angles and poses; this is the ultimate guide to drawing people “to life.” The author shows the male and the female body from multiple positions; reveals typical proportions; describes each part of the skeleton and each muscle; extensively comments on physical morphology; and offers a plethora of gestures and actions. A unique combination of technique and imagination.
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Drawing the Human Body: An Anatomical Guide

Masterful Color: Vibrant Colored Pencil Paintings Layer by Layer



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Opposite or complementary colours create contrast and vibrancy. This guide is loaded with instruction on how to layer coloured pencil colours effectively to create deep, vibrant colours that exude richness. It includes extensive coverage of basic techniques, detailed information on composition, colour theory, textures and more.Colour pencil artists will learn everything they need to achieve rich, vibrant colours with 8 full demonstrations, and 6 mini-demonstrations.... More >>

Masterful Color: Vibrant Colored Pencil Paintings Layer by Layer

Saturday, June 10, 2006

Basic Perspective for Comics & Illustration


  • Applying Perspective to your artwork.
  • The artistic technician Pat Quinn
  • the ultimate handbook on creating space on a flat surface
  • One, two & three point perspective.
  • Characters in Space.

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Basic PERSPECTIVE FOR COMICS tpb 56 pg. full color By Pat Quinn Part of BLP's "How To" Book Series. The artistic technician Pat Quinn dissects every inch of perspective in comics in the ultimate handbook on creating space on a flat surface, Basic PERSPECTIVE FOR COMICS. With this handbook, the mystery behind the techniques and principles of perceptive will be painstaking revealed and fully broken down with step by step visuals. Simple concepts such as vanishing poin... More >>

Basic Perspective for Comics & Illustration

The Art of Drawing Dragons, Mythological Beasts, and Fantasy Creatures: Discover Simple Step-by-Step Techniques for Drawing Fantastic Creatures of Folklore and Legend


  • ISBN13: 9781600580123
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Easy-to-follow instructions for drawing a variety of creatures, from an Eastern dragon to a hairy trollThe ever-increasing popularity of mythological and fantasy creatures in film, graphic novels, and television creates high demand for instruction books on drawing these fantastic beasts. In this newest addition to our Collector's series, aspiring artists will find 144 pages of clear, step-by-step instructions for drawing everything from fire-breathing dragons... More >>

The Art of Drawing Dragons, Mythological Beasts, and Fantasy Creatures: Discover Simple Step-by-Step Techniques for Drawing Fantastic Creatures of Folklore and Legend

Friday, June 9, 2006

Line and Shading in Drawing


  • ISBN13: 9780764158636
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Students are instructed in various line-drawing techniques, including cross-hatching to create shadow effects, and methods for suggesting a variety of textures and surfaces—stone, wood, glass, and fabrics with folds, to name just a few. Finally, art students are instructed in applying these techniques by drawing landscapes, cityscapes, human figures, and many other subjects. Titles in the new Drawing Academy series guide beginning students step-by-step through a ... More >>

Line and Shading in Drawing

Thursday, June 8, 2006

The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 2



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This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.... More >>

The Confessions of a Caricaturist, Vol. 2

Wednesday, June 7, 2006

Visualizing Muscles: A New Ecorché Approach to Surface Anatomy



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As the human body moves, muscles contract and relax, creating subtle changes in body contours and shifting patterns of light and shadow on the skin's surface. Visualizing exactly what happens beneath the skin to cause these changes on the surface is an essential skill for artists, physicians, physical therapists, and body builders-for anyone who needs to understand the body in motion. But how do you teach this skill? Why not paint a live model to look as thoug... More >>

Visualizing Muscles: A New Ecorché Approach to Surface Anatomy

Tuesday, June 6, 2006

Drawing: A Contemporary Approach



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DRAWING: A CONTEMPORARY APPROACH takes you beyond conventional approaches, emphasizing the emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social significance of art. The authors trace the evolution of today's art from that of the past, showing drawing's meaning and continuity. DRAWING: A CONTEMPORARY APPROACH offers a combination of effective pedagogy, good exercises, and high-quality, contemporary drawings as models, focusing on contemporary artists who draw in a multicul... More >>

Drawing: A Contemporary Approach

Monday, June 5, 2006

Pencil Drawing - A Beginner's Guide! Step By Step Tutorials To Learn How To Draw & Sketch!



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Easy Step-By-Step Lessons - How Would You Like To Teach Yourself Some Of The Powerful Basic Techniques Of Pencil Sketching & Drawing With Our Step-by-Step Tutorial. Learn the ABC of Pencil Drawing From the Experts!

The highlights of the art are as follows:

* Advantages and Disadvantages of Pencil Drawing

* Brief history of pencil drawing - Famous artists and their works

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Pencil Drawing - A Beginner's Guide! Step By Step Tutorials To Learn How To Draw & Sketch!

Sunday, June 4, 2006

The Best of Bridgman: Boxed Set


  • ISBN13: 9780486459141
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One of the most renowned faculty members of the Art Students League of New York, the legendary George Bridgman taught in classrooms and studios for 50 years. This collection features 3 of his finest guides:
• Bridgman’s Life Drawing
• The Book of a Hundred Hands
• Heads, Features and Faces
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The Best of Bridgman: Boxed Set

Saturday, June 3, 2006

Drawing Made Easy: Realistic Textures: Discover your "inner artist" as you explore the basic theories and techniques of pencil drawing


  • ISBN13: 9781560109976
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With step-by-step projects that are designed to help sharpen artists' skills and heighten their confidence, this book demonstrates simple techniques for rendering the textures of everyday objects, such as metal, wood, plastic, hair, fur, feathers, and more. This 64-page book simplifies the process with easy-to-understand instructions and comprehensive illustrations.... More >>

Drawing Made Easy: Realistic Textures: Discover your "inner artist" as you explore the basic theories and techniques of pencil drawing

Goblinoids



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This fun fantasy art instruction book explores the previously unchartered territory of Goblinoids. Artists of all skill levels will learn how to design, draw and paint every kind of goblin type of creature. This fun exploration of all six goblinoid ?races? of the fantasy world offers a highly practical, step-by-step approach to creating a wide range of characters from the humorous, quirky and cute through to the dark, evil and twisted.... More >>

Goblinoids

Thursday, June 1, 2006

The Art of Drawing Animals: Discover all the techniques you need to know to draw amazingly lifelike animals


  • ISBN13: 9781600581304
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Learn to draw a collection of cute critters and pampered pets! Featuring an array of adorable pets and majestic wildlife, this exceptional 144-page book offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating dozens of incredibly lifelike animal drawings. Inside, five talented artists reveal their professional secrets for drawing all the features that are unique to our furry and feathered friends—from wet noses and expressive eyes to thick fur and delicate whiskers... More >>

The Art of Drawing Animals: Discover all the techniques you need to know to draw amazingly lifelike animals

Realistic Pet Portraits in Colored Pencil


  • ISBN13: 9781581804096
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With this surprisingly simple step-by-step guide, anyone can create beautiful pet portraits. Anne deMille Flood walks readers through her easy techniques for rendering cats, dogs, birds, horses and other cuddly friends. Beginning and intermediate artists will appreciate the close-up demos for getting the texture of fur and feathers just right. There's also clear instruction on working from reference photos, choosing focal points and getting started. This is an... More >>

Realistic Pet Portraits in Colored Pencil

Rubens Drawings: 44 Plates


  • ISBN13: 9780486259635
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A generous selection of Rubens' best drawings, chiefly portraits and religious and mythical scenes, that fully reveal his supreme artistic gifts. Publisher's note.
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Rubens Drawings: 44 Plates