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Whether an aspiring artist wants to draw or paint with oil, acrylic, pastel, or watercolor, this book contains all the information they need to get started. Materials and techniques specific to each of the five media in this 144-page book are clearly outlined and discussed before they are put to use in projects that any horse lover will enjoy.
This kit includes all the materials and instruction a beginner needs to draw a range of horses! Inside the project book, equine artists Patricia Getha and Michele Maltseff explore horse anatomy, proportion, and facial features before presenting step-by-step instructions for drawing an array of horse breeds in a variety of poses. Readers will learn to make beautiful artwork using graphite pencil, charcoal, and even watercolor—and all the materials artists need to begin right away are contained within the convenient carryall kit! The hardcover case includes a 40-page paperback book with corresponding Spanish translation, graphite pencils, paintbrush, black watercolor paint, charcoal, sharpener, blending stump, and drawing paper. Warning! This product is intended for use by ages 13 and older and is not intended for use by children.
Featuring an array of adorable pets and majestic wildlife, this exceptional 144-page book offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating dozens of incredibly lifelike animal drawings. Inside, five talented artists reveal their professional secrets for drawing all the features that are unique to our furry and feathered friends—from wet noses and expressive eyes to thick fur and delicate whiskers. The book opens with essential information about drawing tools and materials, followed by instruction on how to approach and render a subject––such as transferring a photo reference, building up forms with basic shapes, creating perspective, and pencil techniques such as shading and blend...
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.
This kit includes all the instruction and materials a beginner needs to start drawing with pencil. Three artists guide readers through a variety of step-by-step drawing projects that teach different techniques and aspects of pencil drawing. Aspiring artists will learn how to begin a drawing by using basic shapes, how to build up form and value, how to create an interesting composition in a landscape, and how to draw a lifelike horse portrait and mythical dragon. The clamshell kit includes a 16-page book with corresponding Spanish instruction, 6 pencils, a sharpener, 2 tortillons, a kneaded eraser, a rubber eraser, and 5 sheets of drawing paper. Warning! This product is intended for use by ages 13 and older and is not intended for use by children.
The Complete Beginner's Guide to Drawing Animals features dozens of comprehensive drawing lessons designed to teach aspiring artists how to draw a variety of animals, from lifelike pet portraits to zoo and safari animals.
This newest title in the Drawing Made Easy series makes it possible for aspiring artists to re-create an impressive array of horse and pony drawings. From a grazing Appaloosa to a Standardbred Trotter in action, accomplished artist Patricia Getha includes a range of exciting breeds and positions. In addition to teaching basic pencil techniques, she also shows how to enhance drawings with charcoal and watercolor washes. And 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 essential for all horse-loving artists!
Learn the secrets to drawing realistic dogs and puppies through step-by-step projects, focusing on techniques specific to drawing canines, from creating a variety of fur types and features to achieving accurate proportions. Facts and trivia add to the fun and learning along the way. â??How to Draw Dogs & Puppies is perfect for beginning artists who want to draw their best friends—the ones with four paws and fur, that is! The step-by-step projects showcase 20 popular dog breeds, including: Golden Retriever Pug Pomeranian Dachshund Beagle Siberian Husky German Shepherd Great Dane Chihuahua And more beautiful dogs and puppies! Beginning with a basic shape, young artists proceed step by step to a final piece of color artwork. Following the simple prompts, children will make beautiful renderings of their favorite canines; and with the featured fun facts, have more things to love about them!
The history of public personnel administration is as old as human civilization itself: Persia, China, Assyria, Egypt, and Rome all practiced strategic personnel management systems, some systematically and others unsystematically. But despite the longstanding practice of strategic public personnel administration, the systematic study of this field is a fairly new development in the modern world. Today, the need for strategic thinking in public personnel administration and human capital development is more urgent than ever before. Managing and coping with the challenges of transworld migrations of capital and labor, cyber-employment and virtual workplaces, and relentless global pressures for r...
Learn the basics of cartoon animation from acclaimed cartoon animator Preston Blair! Join acclaimed cartoon animator Preston Blair as he explains and demonstrates the magic of cartoon animation. Learn to develop a cartoon character’s shape, personality, features, and mannerisms; how to create movements, such as walking, running, skipping, and sneaking; and tips on using lines of action and creating realistic motion. From cartooning basics to more advanced animation techniques, Animation 1 is a welcome introduction for artists ready to bring their drawings to life. Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Animation 1 allows artists to widen the scope of their abilities, demonstrating how to animate a character, from character development to movement and dialogue.