Name: Walter Foster Drawing Made Easy: Shortcuts & Artists’ Secrets
Brand: Walter Foster
Rating: 4.5 (11 reviews)

Inside this helpful guide, accomplished artist Diane Cardaci guides readers through several shortcuts to drawing realistically&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;from projecting and using the grid method to utilizing a computer.   A  step-by-step  project accompanies each drawing technique, so readers can test out the methods firsthand. The book also features an  in-depth  section on troubleshooting, teaching readers effective ways to grapple with the most common problems a beginner encounters, such as drawing accurate proportions and values.    Drawing Made Easy: Shortcuts &amp; Artists' Secrets  teaches an array of drawing shortcuts for aspiring artists who don't have time for traditional approaches to art. This book also provides drawing techniques and tips for avoiding common errors, and features simple steps and  line-drawing  templates for each project, so you can easily follow along.   Filled with all sorts of drawing tips and shortcuts that help artists draw realistic people, animals, and still lifes, this book is a &quot;must have&quot; for anyone who wants to learn how to draw.   Author&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;Diane Cardaci.   Paperback. 64 pages.  6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot;   (17 cm &times; 24 cm) .




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Drawing Made Easy: Shortcuts & Artists' Secrets

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Every aspiring artist should have the opportunity to experience the joy of learning to draw without having to deal with intimidating and complicated lessons. The Walter Foster Drawing Made Easy: Landscapes in Colored Pencil introduces budding artists to the fundamentals of pencil drawing by simplifying even the most complex concepts and making it easy for the beginner to gain an in-depth understanding of this very versatile medium. 

These enjoyable, informative books teach readers all they need to know about tools and materials, and demonstrate basic pencil strokes and techniques. 
  
Other basics, including values, textures, and composition, are covered in subsequent titles &mdash; basics that are then employed as artists build their skills and learn to draw landscapes with step-by-step projects, while in-depth information, including several approaches to the discipline, helps beginners become inspired and gain confidence in their own talents. 

Author - Eileen Sorg. Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

The Drawing Made Easy series introduces budding artists to the fundamentals of pencil drawing by simplifying even the most complex concepts and making it easy for the beginner to gain an in-depth understanding of this very versatile medium. Author - Eileen Sorg.

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Subtle differences in drawing and shading techniques allow artists to create a wide variety of landscape textures, from lush grasses to smooth stones.  Beautiful Landscapes  from Walter Foster's  Drawing Made Easy  series offers  in-depth  information on drawing landscapes in varied locales.   Accomplished artist Diane Wright guides readers through the fundamentals of drawing in pencil, such as making basic strokes and using photo references, and on through 10  step-by-step  projects featuring everything from a desert scene to a riverside landscape.   As an added bonus, the book showcases landscapes from around the world, including scenes from Venice, the Netherlands, and Canada. With  easy-to-understand  information on tools and materials, basic strokes, shading techniques, and more, this book covers everything aspiring artists need to know to start creating their own masterful works of landscape art.   Diane Wright received a bachelor's degree in fine art with a teaching certification from the University of Northern Iowa in 1981. After a break that lasted more than 20&nbsp;years, Wright picked up her art pencils again in 2002. During this break, she devoted her time to her family and building a career in computer technology. Wright now spends her free time  re-exploring  her love for art. She keeps busy with creating commissions, selling her artwork on her website, building online tutorials, and conducting drawing classes. She also offers printing services for graphic artists. Wright lives in Mitchellville, Iowa.   Author&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;Diane Wright.   Paperback. 64&nbsp;pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Accomplished artist Diane Wright guides readers through the fundamentals of drawing in pencil, from making basic strokes and using photo references, on through 10 step-by-step projects featuring everything from a desert scene to a riverside landscape. Author — Diane Wright.

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Anyone who has always wanted to draw in colored pencil but finds all those colors intimidating can breathe a sigh of relief after opening this book.  Drawing Made Easy: Colored Pencil  shows readers how to draw almost anything in colored pencil with ease!   After introducing readers to the tools and materials needed to get started, award-winning artist Eileen Sorg demonstrates how to draw flowers, still lifes, animals, and a variety of other objects by building up color and form in simple layers. By the last page, readers have learned how to draw a horse, a bowl of fruit, a tree frog, a puppy, and even a garden gnome with beautiful, vibrant color.   The book also includes in-depth information on tracing and transferring images, so aspiring artists don&rsquo;t even need to know how to draw to master the art of colored pencil.   Author &mdash; Eileen F. Sorg.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Anyone who has always wanted to draw in colored pencil but finds all those colors intimidating can breathe a sigh of relief after opening this book. Drawing Made Easy: Colored Pencil shows readers how to draw almost anything in colored pencil with ease! Author — Eileen F. Sorg.

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Drawing Made Easy: Flowers in Colored Pencil

This addition to the  Drawing Made Easy  series by Walter Foster pairs the lively, vibrant strokes of colored pencil with a stunning array of botanicals. From garden and tropical flower portraits to gorgeous floral still lifes, there is a project to suit every flower lover.   Inside, accomplished artist Cynthia Knox teaches her method of developing a colored pencil drawing through simple  step-by-step  demonstrations, with helpful tips and tricks sprinkled throughout. She also discusses basic flower shapes, anatomy, photographing references, and setting up dynamic still lifes.    Flowers in Colored Pencil  contains drawing techniques specific to rendering lifelike floral bouquets, flower petals, leaves, and stems. Easily follow along with the  step-by-step  drawing projects in this book that feature a rose, pansy, lily, dahlia, and other vibrant, realistic flowers.   Author&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;Cynthia Knox.   Paperback. 64 pages.  6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot;   (17 cm &times; 24 cm) .

Inside, artist Cynthia Knox teaches her method of developing a colored pencil drawing through simple step-by-step demonstrations, with helpful tips and tricks sprinkled throughout. She also discusses basic flower shapes, anatomy, photographing references, and setting up dynamic still lifes.

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Many aspiring artists want to draw a portrait of their best friend &mdash; especially when their pal has four paws and fur! This newest addition to the  Drawing Made Easy  series pairs a best-selling medium with the wildly popular subject of dogs and puppies.   Unlike similar titles on the market, this book doesn&rsquo;t simply provide a collection of dogs for artists to re-create exactly. Instead, author-artist Nolon Stacey focuses on sharing his secrets and techniques specific to drawing accurate depictions of dogs and puppies &mdash; from creating a variety of fur types and features to achieving accurate proportions &mdash; so that artists can use the knowledge to render their own canine portraits.   The easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects showcase a range of popular dog breeds such as the Golden Retriever, Parson Russell Terrier, and Basset Hound, and explore poses and props as well. This allows artists to practice their developing skills, guiding them from simple sketches through the study of various techniques to polished renderings.   Nolon Stacey is a self-taught graphic artist who specializes in realistic portraits of animals, people, and landmarks. As a child in South Yorkshire, England, Nolon cultivated his interest in drawing throughout school. He eventually earned a degree in mathematics from Warwick University, but he soon returned to his artistic passion. He currently lives in Boroughbridge, England, and undertakes a variety of commissioned work, ranging from portraits of people and pets to buildings and street scenes.   Author &mdash; Nolon Stacey.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Many aspiring artists want to draw a portrait of their best friend - especially when their pal has four paws and fur! This newest addition to the Drawing Made Easy series pairs a best-selling medium with the wildly popular subject of dogs and puppies. Author — Nolon Stacey.

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Unleash your creative beast as you conjure up dragons, fairies, ogres, and other fantastic creatures.   Drawing fire-breathing beasts and mysterious, magical creatures has never been so much fun &mdash; or so easy! In just 64 pages, fantasy artist Kythera of Anevern demonstrates how to draw dragons, fairies, ogres, merfolk, and everything in between. Discover in-depth tips and techniques for drawing textures such as fur, hair, scales, and teeth, as well as features that include tails, wings, talons, hooves, and horns. With a wealth of fanciful drawings and detailed instruction on creating extraordinary creatures in graphite, this book is sure to fuel your fascination with the fantastic.   Having drawn since she could hold a crayon, Kythera of Anevern is a self-taught artist who revels in the strange and unusual. Dragons and other fantastic creatures are staples of her work, and her hobbies include role-playing, &quot;macho knitting&quot; or making chainmail, and dressing up as a pirate or Viking at local renaissance faires. She takes private commissions as her schedule allows, and contributes illustrations for various role-playing game books. She also displays her work at fantasy and animation conventions, including the annual Gathering of the Gargoyles, where she has won many awards. She received her BFA in Intermedia from Arizona State University and currently lives in Los Angeles with a host of dragon and gargoyle statues &mdash; and one very needy cat.   Author &mdash; Kythera of Anevern.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Unleash your creative beast as you conjure up dragons, fairies, ogres, and other creatures. With a wealth of fanciful drawings and instruction on creating extraordinary creatures in graphite, this book is sure to fuel your fascination with the fantastic. Author — Kythera of Anevern.

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Drawing Made Easy: Flowers and Botanicals

This book is a &quot;must have&quot; for the plein air landscape artist!   Many artists' favorite drawing locations seem to be outdoors. And drawing in graphite pencil continues to be one of the most favored art forms. This new addition to Walter Foster's  Drawing Made Easy  series allows aspiring artists who may never have picked up a pencil before to discover the secrets to this accessible, versatile medium.   With  easy-to-understand  information on tools and materials, basic strokes, and shading techniques, this artist's guide covers everything beginning artists need to start creating their own impressive works of botanical art.   From dissecting the anatomy of a flower to sharing techniques for creating a variety of floral textures&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;such as soft, velvety petals and spiky thorns and leaves&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp; Flowers and Botanicals  offers budding artists an  in-depth  look into the art of drawing beautiful flowers and floral scenes.   Artist-Author Diane Cardaci was classically trained at the Art Students League of New York City, Parsons School of Design, and the School of Visual Arts. Her work has been published by the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, as well as by major textbook companies such as Holt, Rinehart, and Winston. Cardaci was also the director of her own art school, the Academy of Classical Art, in West Palm Beach, Florida, for four years. Cardaci lives in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and she spends her summers in Umbria in central Italy, where she furthers her studies of the Old Masters.   Author&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;Diane Cardaci.   Paperback. 64&nbsp;pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

With easy-to-understand information on tools and materials, basic strokes, and shading techniques, this artist's guide covers everything beginning artists need to start creating their own impressive works of botanical art. Author — Diane Cardaci.

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Join the ranks of Degas, Van Gogh, and da Vinci in helping to perpetuate the virtually forgotten art of pencil drawing. This inaugural title from Walter Foster&rsquo;s  Drawing Made Easy  series introduces aspiring artists to the fundamentals of graphite drawing.   In-depth information, including several approaches to the discipline, inspires beginners and helps them gain confidence in their own talents. Artist-author Carol Rosinski guides readers through the basics, starting with essential tools and techniques &mdash; from selecting erasers and paper surfaces to applying the graphite and rendering detail. Then she encourages them to apply their newfound knowledge by guiding them step by step to create fully rendered pencil drawings that include a landscape, an animal portrait, and a still life.   From an early age, Carol Rosinski could pick up a pencil and transform paper and pencil into a living scene with depth and texture. Since 1985, Rosinski has worked exclusively with graphite pencil. She has been an artist and teacher for more than 20 years, working as an illustrator and showing her artwork in galleries. Her drawings have appeared in a number of&nbsp;publications.   Author &mdash; Carol Rosinski.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Join the ranks of Degas, Van Gogh, and da Vinci in helping to perpetuate the virtually forgotten art of pencil drawing. This inaugural title from Walter Foster's Drawing Made Easy series introduces aspiring artists to the fundamentals of graphite drawing.

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This newest title in Walter Foster's  Drawing Made Easy  series makes it possible for aspiring artists to recreate an impressive array of horse and pony drawings. From a grazing Appaloosa to a  Standard-bred  Trotter in action, accomplished artist Patricia Getha includes tips and techniques for drawing a range of exciting breeds and their signature poses.   In addition to teaching basic pencil techniques, Getha also details how to enhance drawings with charcoal and watercolor washes. Each project features  easy-to-follow  steps, so artists of any skill level can follow along with confidence.   Full of inspiring artwork and effective instruction, this book is an absolute essential for all  horse-loving  artists!   As a young girl, Patricia Getha spent many summers looking after and showing horses. Drawing played a large role in her life from an early age, but it was a love of horses that enabled her to master the subject. With formal training in commercial and graphic arts, Getha is proficient in a variety of media, including watercolor, graphite, oil, and colored pencil. She is active in juried competitions and has won several awards for her exquisite equine artwork. Getha currently resides in Ohio and works primarily as a commission artist.   Author&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;Patricia Getha.   Paperback. 64&nbsp;pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

This title in Walter Foster's "Drawing Made Easy" series makes it possible for aspiring artists to recreate an impressive array of horse and pony drawings. Patricia Getha includes tips for drawing a range of breeds and their signature poses.

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Learn to draw remarkably realistic animals step by step! Capture the personality and character of a range of animals, from the magnificent elephant to the cuddly koala and a group of mischievous meerkats with the help of author-artist Linda Weil.   In  Lifelike Animals , Weil shows readers how to draw these amazing animals and more, focusing on techniques specific to drawing accurate depictions &mdash; from creating a variety of fur types and features to achieving accurate proportions and depicting action. The detailed projects showcase a variety of lifelike portraits, making this a must-have for any animal-loving artist.   Linda Weil is a graduate of RMIT University and began her career in graphic design, primarily in the print industry. She has been art director and illustrator for a number of Australia&rsquo;s national magazines, and she has specialized in botanical and natural history illustration. A member and past secretary of the Wildlife Artist Society of Australia, and a member of the Australian Guild of Realist Artists, Linda teaches drawing to both beginners and advanced students. Her work has won numerous awards, and she exhibits in galleries and shows throughout Australia. Linda has traveled widely throughout Australia, France, Borneo, the United States, and South Africa. Many of her drawings are inspired by the animals and sights she sees on her travels.   Author &mdash; Linda Weil.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Learn to draw remarkably realistic animals step by step! Capture the personality and character of a range of animals, from the magnificent elephant to the cuddly koala and a group of mischievous meerkats with the help of author-artist Linda Weil.

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Learn to draw amazingly realistic portraits in seven simple stages! This book is the perfect guide for creating lifelike representations of the human head in classic graphite.   Experienced artist Lance Richlin begins by explaining the essential drawing tools and materials, shading techniques, and the important anatomical structures of the head. Following these basics, he shows how to light the subject, block in and render each feature of the face, and address a variety of expressions &mdash; from subtle smiles to toothy grins.   Richlin then guides the reader through four projects, showing how to develop a lifelike head drawing in seven simple stages &mdash; the lay-in, plumb lines, volume, outline, tonal pattern, value, and finishing.   Also included is a detailed troubleshooting section to help readers identify and solve any problems that lessen the realism and accuracy of their drawings. In an age full of technological shortcuts, this book emphasizes drawing from life and seeks to preserve the methods of the Old Masters.   A master of drawing, painting, and sculpture, Lance Richlin has taught every aspect of classical art &mdash; from anatomy and perspective to traditional oil painting techniques. He has lectured at several art colleges in southern California, including Art Center College of Design, Otis College of Art and Design, and California Institute of the Arts, and he holds workshops in his atelier. He has shown his work in galleries across California and has exhibited in museums around the USA.   Author &mdash; Lance Richlin.   Paperback. 64 pages. 6&frac12;&quot; &times; 9&frac12;&quot; (17 cm &times; 24 cm).

Learn to draw amazingly realistic portraits in seven simple stages! This book is the perfect guide for creating lifelike representations of the human head in classic graphite. Author - Lance Richlin.

Inside this guide, accomplished artist Diane Cardaci guides readers through several shortcuts to drawing realistically — from projecting and using the grid method to utilizing a computer. A step-by-step project accompanies each drawing technique, so readers can test out the methods firsthand.

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