An Artist's Field Guide to the World's Great Dragons!
Creatures of great beauty and terrible ferocity, dragons have been
featured and revered for centuries. Of the thousand-plus species still
in existence, none have inspired more folklore and artistic awe than the
eight species of Great Dragons. Within these pages, these fire-breathing
monsters of legend - the rock stars of the dragon world - come to life
through the work of artist and adventurer William O'Connor.
Not since the original Dracopedia has there been such a beautifully
illustrated and meticulously researched guide on the subject, with
special focus on the distinctive features of each species - from the
broad horns of the Icelandic white dragon to the elaborate neck frills
of the Ligurian gray. Based on the author's expeditions to sanctuaries
around the globe and consults with prominent regional experts,
Dracopedia The Great Dragons presents never-before assembled facts and
instruction to help you capture the heart-beating grandeur of these
magnificent monsters. Inside, find everything you need to know to
capture the essence of your favorite dragons through your artwork:
- Learn about the habits, anatomy and natural history of 8 fierce and
fantastic dragons
- Each profile features sketches, drawings and start-to-finish creation
of a stunning artwork, illustrating key concepts that apply to any
medium
- Discover special techniques for achieving dramatic lighting effects,
powerful compositions and the incredible sculptural forms and textures
of dragons
- Includes a gallery of dragons and a foldout comparison poster
