This book of visual inspiration, authentic reference, and practical guidance on drawing and painting imagery from the diverse world of witchcraft is perfect for fantasy artists who want to explore the fascinating history of witchcraft.

Its detailed illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions help artists enhance their images of witches, wizards, and related themes. A wealth of visual and textual information offers artists an opportunity to introduce more realism into their work and gives advice on the market for witchcraft illustration. Along with a brief history of witchcraft, this mysterious handbook also suggests basic tools of the trade and fundamental techniques.

Featuring a rich tapestry of finished paintings, work-in-progress illustrations, and sketches covering types of witches, settings, tools of the trade, and symbology, this is the essential guide to witchcraft for any fantasy artist or enthusiast.

Bob Hobbs is a well-known fantasy artist who has exhibited extensively in the USA. His work has appeared in many publications including works by Ursula K Le Guin and Larry Niven. In 1993, he won the Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Award for Science Fiction Illustration. Hobbs is a practicing warlock and lives in Atlanta.

Author — Bob Hobbs.

Paperback. 128 pages. 10" × 8¾" (25 cm × 22 cm).