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This newest title in the Watercolor Made Easy series makes it possible for aspiring artists to re-create a range of horse and pony paintings. Expressive and fluid, watercolor is the perfect medium for portraying the grace of these majestic animals. Accomplished artist Janet Griffin-Scott guides readers through the basics, from anatomy to mixing various coat colors. Then she walks readers step by step through a number of engaging projects, including portraits and horses in action. Full of inspiring artwork and effective instruction, this book is an essential for all equine-loving artists!
A wise old Irish woman, a homeless Irish wolfhound pup and a lonely little girl with green eyes and brown hair take on the world in this tale of love between a special-needs dog named Chance and the little girl who is willing to give up everything to save him. Day after day C.J. sits on the rock cut in front of the pale yellow house with green trim at the edge of the great forest watching the cars go by. As she sits, she dreams of finding a special someone of her own so she won't have to play alone. One day a circus truck pulling a prancing-pony carousel passes by the lonely little girl sitting on the rock cut. With the pure hearted resolve known only to the very young or truly aged, C.J. ca...
Art Studio: Horses & Ponies makes the art of drawing and painting this evergreen art subject accessible and easy for everyone. Including more than 50 step-by-step projects of a wide range of horses and ponies, beginning artists will learn the basics of working with graphite and colored pencil; acrylic, oil, and watercolor; pastel; and pen and ink. By experimenting with these different tools and techniques, artists will build their artistic skill level, discover their own unique style, and gain confidence in the process. Filled with a combination of traditional and contemporary art styles, there is something for every aspiring fine artist desiring to master the craft. Tips for rendering details, an introduction to tools and materials, and an overview of techniques for each featured medium round out this helpful reference. The Art Studio series is designed to give an overview of each art medium to help beginning artists delve into fine art and determine which media they best enjoy working with.
An inclusive how-to-paint book, The Art of Watercolor Painting features simple step-by-step projects, as well as instruction for employing a variety of watercolor techniques, including creating washes and working wet into wet.
ATVs tackle the toughest land around. But there are lots of ways to make these vehicles faster and cooler and readers will love finding out how! Packed with action-filled photos and easy-to-read text, this high-interest book puts the reluctant reader in the driver's seat!
Now anyone can bring majestic and graceful horses to life in vibrant color with this delightful trace-and-color guide. Inside, six detailed templates and four sheets of graphite paper are provided to help the beginning artist get started. Artists can simply transfer the template line drawings to paper or canvas with the graphite paper and add color, using the medium of their choice! The book includes 32 pages of inspiration, providing basic information about color theory, as well as an introduction to several different mediums - colored pencil, oil, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, and marker. The overview for each medium covers the essential tools and materials an artist may need, including what types of paper or canvas can be used and any other special materials, as well as how to use various techniques to achieve effects. With a variety of horse breeds and settings, art enthusiasts will find everything they need to create their own horse portrait masterpieces.
This encyclopedia offers readers an exciting look at each US state. Alongside maps of every state is informative text discussing the states' geographic features, climates, natural resources, and enjoyable things people can do there. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.
Provides information, tips, and techniques for art topics including drawing, calligraphy, pastel, and watercolor.
Join Rosie as she learns about life, horses, and God from her grandmother and the horses they love. "Oh, Jet, you're the most beautiful pony in the world." Rosie put her hands on each side of Jet's head and gave the pony a kiss on her velvety muzzle. Jet nodded her head as if agreeing with Rosie. Grandma unlatched the stall door and led the pony out. "She certainly is. She's even prettier than her mother, Ebony, was. You remember Ebony was your mother's pony when she was a little older than you, Rosie. Ebony taught your mom to ride, just like Jet is teaching you. After your mom and aunt, Julie, outgrew her, many of my students learned to ride on Ebony." "Well, I'm never going to outgrow Jet....