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Fascinating, endearing and endlessly varied, animals make inspirational subject matter for artists. In Drawing Animals, author and illustrator Peter Gray guides you through the stages of capturing animal shapes, behaviour and expression to create accomplished artworks. Whether you are a complete beginner or a more experienced draughtsman, the tailored step-by-step exercises and practical tips will help you get the most out of your animal subjects.This...
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If you have always wanted to excel at drawing, then The Complete Guide to Drawing & Illustration is for you. All you need is a pencil, a bit of blank paper and the expert guidance you will find within these pages. This book is designed to systematically teach you the essentials of drawing and lays the groundwork for you to develop your own personal drawing style. • Hands-on course in drawing and illustration, suitable for beginners and improvers...
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This incredible book will teach young artists how to draw anything and everything, from astronauts to zebras... from robots to sports cars... and from fairies to dinosaurs! Perfect for budding artists aged 8+.
• Filled with easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects.
• Includes tips on how to draw, ink, and finish your pictures to create a professional look.
• Packed with projects covering themes such as animals, people, and transport.
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From its origins in Japanese comics, manga has become one of the most popular and dynamic drawing styles in the world, used in animation, gaming, advertising, and design. This useful guide provides step-by-step instruction to help aspiring artists draw manga like the experts. Readers learn to draw characters that fit the manga "look" and exude personality, glamour, and polish. They learn to sketch well-proportioned figures and create faces with character...
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This engaging volume lets readers explore a few of the fascinating creatures living in our oceans. Easy-to-follow drawing instructions are accompanied by colorful illustrations to help guide and inspire young artists. Supplemented with a further reading and websites section to allow readers to explore ocean life in more depth.
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Theory is one thing; empirical evidence is another. Is it true that children can educate themselves well, without coercion or coaxing, when provided with a supportive environment and plenty of opportunity to play, explore, observe, and socialize? In this collection of essays, developmental psychologist Peter Gray presents evidence from a variety of sources that this indeed is true. One essay points out the amazing amount that little children learn...
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Horse and pony enthusiasts will find this colorfully illustrated and accessible volume packed with an array of beautiful subjects to draw. Readers are introduced to key drawing techniques and helpful tips before they are walked through the step-by-step instructions. Readers explore their creativity while learning interesting facts about these lovely animals.
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If you have always wanted to excel at drawing, then ‘The Essential Book of Drawing & Illustration’ is for you. All you need is a pencil, a blank piece of paper and the expert guidance you will find in these pages. This book will systematically teach you the basics of drawing and help you to develop your own drawing style.
Suitable for beginners and improvers alike, the easy-to-follow exercises and demonstrations tackle all aspects of our environment,...
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Master the art of drawing unicorns and other mystical creatures in this wonderful full-color reference guide.
Renowned artist Peter Gray takes readers through step-by-step drawing projects to create an array of enchanting animals, including unicorns, gryphons, centaurs, dragons and Pegasus, the winged horse. Taking inspiration from flowers and the natural world, readers will learn how to create environments for all these creatures that sparkle and...
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This professional guide to creating convincing artworks of family members, with step-by-step instruction throughout, is ideal for those starting out in portraiture. With extensive instruction on the crucial skill of capturing a likeness in a wide variety of styles, the exercises are clear and easy to follow. Sections include drawing the head from the front and in profile, three-quarter views, head and shoulders and full-length portraits, group portraits,...
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Graceful, beautiful and subtle, flowers are among the most delightful of subjects for artists to draw. This fresh, accessible book is aimed at those who want to translate their love of the natural world into vivid, accurate illustrations. Drawing Flowers is packed with examples and exercises across the full floral range, from simple structures, such as tulips, to more complex configurations, such as sunflowers, and compositions involving groups of...
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Children come into the world biologically designed to educate themselves. Their natural curiosity, playfulness, sociability, willfulness, adventurousness, tendency to look ahead, and desire to do well in the world were all shaped, by natural selection, to serve the function of education. In this collection of essays, developmental psychologist Peter Gray describes, with research evidence, how these natural tendencies play themselves out in children...
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Readers will be transported into the crawling, slithering, creeping word of reptiles in this title. Easy-to-follow instructions allow the reader to draw a variety of reptilian creatures that almost seem like they will crawl off the page. A great resource for budding artists.
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Over 70 picture puzzles to tease and test your language skills. Each full-colour artwork is accompanied by an intriguing definition to help put you on the right track. If you prefer to rely just on your ability to think visually, cover up the definition and go it alone. The variety of puzzles means you'll never be bored, and if you don't succeed with one you can quickly move on to another. Catchphrases works perfectly for individual and group puzzlers...
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Children, like all human beings, crave freedom, but they are not free in school. Schools operate by methods of coercion (a "request" in school is really an order), enforced with reward, punishment, and threats. Coercion interferes with children's natural, joy-filled and interest-filled ways of learning and turns learning into "work." In this collection of essays, developmental psychologist Peter Gray describes also how schooling promotes bullying,...
16) Drawing Fairies
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This wonderful full-color drawing book is a treasure trove for anyone who loves fairies. Abound in story books and animation, their delicate form, fluttering wings and magical powers are a source of constant wonder.
In this enchanting new book, renowned artist Peter Gray takes readers through step-by-step drawing projects, teaching different drawing techniques and styles. You'll learn:
• How to create fairy and elf faces, with their large eyes...
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Calling all young artists! This is your complete step-by-step guide to drawing the animal kingdom! From lions to butterflies and horses to dolphins, this book will give you the skills and the knowledge to draw any animal you feel like! It's full of handy hints and tips to help you along, so before you know it, your artwork will be prowling, slithering and trotting off the page!
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Dogs are said to be man's best friend, but this title also includes many other lovable pets that readers will learn to draw. Step-by-step instructions allow readers to transform basic shapes into some of the cutest animals around. Describes key techniques and drawing tips to allow students to be successful in their drawing.
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Readers will follow step-by-step instructions to create beautiful drawings of butterflies and other interesting insects. Drawing terms are explained in age-appropriate text that will make this a great read for any young artist. Supplemented with a further reading and websites section to allow readers to continue learning after turning the last page.