The Pencil Box Book
Code:
TPBB
Standard Price:
£14.99
Member Price:
£11.99
A treasury of time-tested drawing techniques and advice.
Good drawing is the secret behind all stunning representational artwork - discover the tips and techniques that have made these professional artists so successful. Brought to you by the experts at The Artist’s Magazine and North Light books, this guide will sharpen your observational skills, demystify drawing dilemmas and bring your artwork to a whole new level.
Covering everything from the very basics of sketching to the nuances of fine detail, this guide brings hands-on instruction to strengthen your drawing and your artwork - straight away! The Pencil Box will become as essential to your work as your favourite eraser!
Twenty professional artists specializing in a range of drawing mediums offer their insights on popular subjects such as landscapes, portraits, figures and still life.
Includes:
20 step-by-step demonstrations that teach you everything from capturing realistic eyes to creating a shimmering lake using coloured pencil.
Guidance for drawing in a variety of different mediums, from charcoal and ink to coloured pencils and pastels.
Simple techniques for rendering scale, depth and proportion accurately.
Tips for capturing light and shadow.
Tools for drawing realistically from photographs.