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the book cover for figure sketching for beginners with an image of two men
Figure Sketching for Beginners
Figure Sketching for Beginners by Len A. Doust If a drawing 'is not alive, it is a failure,' declares Len A. Doust. With his practical help and encouraging guidance, even novice sketchers can learn how to capture the vitality and character of their models.
the book cover for the art of cartooning by ray paul nelson, with an image of
The Art of Cartooning
The Art of Cartooning by Roy Paul Nelson Outstanding book offers beginners and professionals a complete manual for working in one of the world's liveliest art forms. Text traces origins of cartooning; furnishes tips for using proper tools and techniques; and provides suggestions for drawing the human figure, animals, and backgrounds; creating comic strips, editorial cartoons, and more.
cartooning, caricature and animation made easy by chuck thornlike book cover
Cartooning, Caricature and Animation Made Easy
Cartooning, Caricature and Animation Made Easy by Chuck Thorndike Appropriate for artists of varied skill levels, this treasury of illustrated step-by-step instructions is rich in the period style of the 1920s and '30s. It features practical advice on depicting faces, motion, anatomy, caricatures, animated features, and political cartoons.
the cover of wildlife sketching by frank lohan, featuring an image of a tree with
Wildlife Sketching: Pen, Pencil, Crayon and Charcoal
Wildlife Sketching by Frank J. Lohan For every artist who longs to capture the beauty of nature on paper, here is clear, concise instruction on creating true-to-life drawings. Author Frank Lohan, an experienced teacher, stresses perceptive study and analysis.
a man standing next to a bath tub in front of a sink and toilet with the words quick sketching on it
Quick Sketching
Quick Sketching by Carl Cheek 'Quick sketching' stimulates the artist's ability to rapidly capture a subject's features, expressions, and movements as they are actually happening. A perfect introduction to this invaluable technique, this concise and uniquely organized guide easily helps artists of every capacity explore new ideas and methods for creating powerful, true-to-life works of art.
the book cover for the artistic anatomy of trees by rex veritat cole, with an image of a tree
The Artistic Anatomy of Trees (Revised)
The Artistic Anatomy of Trees by Rex V. Cole Art students at every level will benefit from this profusely illustrated guide. It covers every aspect of trees and how to depict them with unusual clarity and precision. Topics include problems of balancing tree groups, relationship of light and shade, delicacy and weight, distance, tree color, and more.
a drawing of a house with the words freehand perspective and sketching
FreeHand Perspective and Sketching
Freehand Perspective and Sketching by Dora Miriam Norton The essential guide to rendering perspective, Freehand Perspective and Sketching uses a series of illustrated exercises and explanations to help artists master one of art's greatest challenges.
the complete guide to artistic anatomy by john c sparkles, illustrated by david j parker
The Complete Guide to Artistic Anatomy
The Complete Guide to Artistic Anatomy by John C.L. Sparkes This systematic presentation illustrates the depiction of bones and muscles, both in detailed close-ups and in larger groups. It starts by discussing the proportions of a human adult and proceeds to define the principal terms used in describing anatomy. Subsequent illustrations depict the skull, bones, muscles, veins, and other aspects of the human figure.
the book of a hundred hands
The Book of a Hundred Hands (Revised)
The Book of a Hundred Hands by George B. Bridgman The legendary Art Students League of New York teacher offers 100 fine drawings and in-depth instruction in this guide to drawing virtually every aspect and posture of the human hand.
the art of three dimensional design by louis wolchonk with over 100 illustrations
The Art of Three-Dimensional Design
The Art of Three-Dimensional Design by Louis Wolchonok Profusely illustrated guide shows how basic shapes and surfaces — plane, prismatic, cylindric, conical, spherical, and more.
the anatomy of the horse by george stubs and william whitlock, jr
The Anatomy of the Horse
The Anatomy of the Horse by George Stubbs This masterpiece of animal anatomy contains 36 plates that reproduce Stubbs' etchings. Based on the artist's own dissections and outline views, the illustrations feature extensive explanatory text.
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Transform ordinary s...
Transform ordinary stones into colorful works of art with this easy-to-follow guide. Full-color photographs accompany directions for painting themes that range from trees, flowers, and animals to mandalas, geometric patterns, holiday motifs, and more! store.doverpublications.com/0486808939.html
Dover Publications
Dover Publications 
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Dover Publications
Dover Publications 
the cover of textiles, designs and patterns
Find the inspiration for your next fashion statement with these colorful treasuries of textiles,...
Find the inspiration for your next fashion statement with these colorful treasuries of textiles, designs, and patterns. You'll find Japanese kimono designs, Moroccan silk sashes, paisleys, Scottish tartans, Victorian patterns, and more. doverpublications.com/fashion
Dover Publications
Dover Publications 
the craftsman's hand book with brushes and other art supplies
Today artists are no longer interested in specific directions on keeping miniver tails from beco...
Today artists are no longer interested in specific directions on keeping miniver tails from becoming moth-eaten. The Craftsman's Handbook, in which these are ordinary parts of the artist's work, appears quaint and na ve to us. And that is much of its charm. But when we remember the magnificent mosaics, paintings, and frescoes these methods produced, the book takes on an even greater value as a touchstone to another age. store.doverpublications.com/048620054x.html
Dover Publications
Dover Publications