Learn to draw a variety of dogs and puppies in graphite pencil from
basic shapes.
Drawing: Dogs & Puppies teaches artists everything they need to know
to achieve realistic pet portraits in graphite pencil. From choosing
the right drawing paper and tools to understanding how to blend and
shade, Drawing: Dogs & Puppies features valuable information for
learning to draw. Aspiring artists will learn about composition,
value, and contrast, as well as how to render various fur textures;
expressive eyes; and realistic noses, ears, and mouths.
The book opens with an introduction to the basic drawing tools and
materials, including pencils, erasers, supports, and blending tools.
With simple step-by-step projects that start with basic shapes and
progress to detailed, realistic final drawings, readers will learn to
draw a variety of canines, including:
- Labrador puppy
- Great Dane
- Pug
- Beagle
- Terrier
- Dachshunds
- Border Collie puppy
Expert instruction from artist Cynthia Knox, a breadth of subject
matter, helpful tips, and inspirational artwork make Drawing: Dogs
& Puppies the perfect addition to any dog-loving artist's library.
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. Drawing: Dogs & Puppies
allows artists to develop their drawing skills, demonstrating how to
start with basic shapes and use pencil and shading techniques to create
varied textures, values, and details for a realistic, completed drawing.
