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 blending.
Then the authors demonstrate their unique approaches to drawing through
an array of inspiring projects, guiding you from initial sketches
through the detailed shading process to the finishing touches.
As you progress from project to project, you will find a range of
helpful topics, such as portraying accurate proportions, creating
dynamic compositions, and using colored pencils. Each section features a
different artist, with the themes:
- Baby animals in graphite pencil, including a bunny, foal, bear
cub, and lamb
- Dogs and cats in graphite pencil, including a husky, Dalmation,
Maine Coon cat, and Ocicat
- Horses and ponies in graphite pencil, including a an Arabian,
Appaloosa, and Dappled pony
- Wild animals in graphite pencil, including an elephant, owl, tiger
cub, and koala
- Animals in colored pencil, including a rooster, leopard, box
turtle, and cow
Packed with convincing illustrations and expert instruction, The Art of
Drawing Animals is a comprehensive and indispensable resource for all
artists smitten with the animal kingdom.
