The Art of the Travel Sketch is a compilation of drawings by architect James Warfield. Inspired by American author Kurt Vonnegut’s observation that “peculiar travel suggestions are dancing lessons from God,” Warfield has devoted a lifetime of world travel and architectural research to record in sketches, words and photographs the most exotic vernacular environments and the cultures and people who create them. The book is intended as both an educational volume and a highly personal visual m...

The book contains information on tools and techniques with instructions for both beginners.Free ebooks: Pen Drawing An Illustrated Treatise by Charles Maginnis.CHAPTER I.—Style in Pen DrawingCHAPTER II.—MaterialsCHAPTER III.—TechniqueCHAPTER IV.—ValuesCHAPTER V.—Practical ProblemsCHAPTER VI.—Architectural DrawingCHAPTER VII.—Decorative Drawing

In an age of myriad computer fonts and instant communication, your handwriting style is increasingly a very personal creation. In this book, Margaret Shepherd, America's premier calligrapher, shows you that calligraphy is not simply a craft you can learn, but an elegant art form that you can make your own.Calligraphy remains perennially popular, often adorning wedding invitations, diplomas, and commercial signs. Whether it is Roman, Gothic, Celtic, Bookhand, or Ita...

Got manga?Christopher Hart’s got manga, and he wants to share it with all his millions of readers—especially the beginners. With Manga for the Beginner, anyone who can hold a pencil can start drawing great manga characters right away. Using his signature step-by-step style, Hart shows how to draw the basic manga head and body, eyes, bodies, fashion, and more. Then he goes way beyond most beginner titles, exploring dynamic action poses, special effects, lig...

Capture the Rich Textures of Nature, Step by StepCapture nature's beauty as you never have before. Beloved artist and teacher Claudia Nice leads you on an inspired journey through the great outdoors. With paints in hand, she shares with you her best techniques for creating landscapes that come alive with richness, depth and textured detail.Open this guide and start painting right away. As you follow engaging, step-by-step demonstrations and...

Zentangle is the drawing art form taking the world by storm. Easy to do and immensely enjoyable, the Zentangle method can make artists of us all. To create artworks the Zentangle way, you need no drawing skills. The steps are easily taught in a few simple lessons In this follow up to her first book, the immensely successful Zentangle, Certified Zentangle Teacher Jane Marbaix explores the artistic possibilities of Zendalas and shows how beautiful and rewarding artworks can be creat...

Markers are an amazing and very versatile tool but are sometimes under appreciated when it comes to drawing and sketching.  This is the first in a series of books especially written for the e-book devices which will teach rendering and marker techniques.  This book focuses on the concepts on how to use markers and how to create metal shapes using those markers.  The book contains step by step examples of how to create the metal looks for brass, stainless steel and aluminum ...

Create beautiful hand lettering with the first book dedicated entirely to the use and mastery of modern brush pens.Drawing gorgeous letters, words and phrases with a brush pen doesn't have to be difficult! Brush Pen Lettering will show you how to create your own unique style. To help you on your lettering journey, this comprehensive how-to guide includes:• DIY projects• Tips and Tricks• Color Photographs• Inspiring Ideas...

The Ultimate Book of Henna by RushyA complete practical and inspirational guide to contemporary and traditional Henna Art with over 1000 designs and illustrations with step by step learning techniques.DR RUSHNA MEHBOOB SULYMAN

Pencil Drawing For the Beginner - AnimalsTwo books in one, Domestic Animals and Land Animals. Learn to draw from two different artists methods and perspectives. Great learning resource for anyone wanting to start pencil drawing.Domestic Animals and Land AnimalsDomestic AnimalsTABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction:Drawing MaterialsRenderingSphereConeCubeCylinderApplicationDrawing an OutlineGrid Syste...

Discover the enchanting world of doodling with a new edition of "Doodle Inspiration"! This book is your ultimate guide to the art of doodling, offering everything you need to kickstart your creative journey.Let's explore what awaits you within these pages:An Introduction to Doodling: Embark on your doodling adventure with an engaging introduction to the art of doodling. Learn that doodling is more than just scribbling; it's...

Easily available and endlessly varied, still life is one of the most rewarding subjects for artists. In this book, author and artist Barrington Barber guides you through the process of creating successful still-life drawings, from simple single objects to complex compositions full of variety. Whether you are an experienced draughtsman or a complete beginner, tailored step-by-step exercises and handy hints will help you achieve stunning results. The Artist's Workbooks are practical guides f...