We want to feel like explorers, adventurers in undiscovered territory. And that's exactly what sketching can bring to the travel experience.An Illustrated Journey captures the world through the eyes of 40 talented artists, illustrators and designers. You'll experience the wonder of seeing familiar sights through a fresh lens but, more important, you'll be inspired to set pen to paper and capture your own vistas.The really wonderful thing about a sketchbook is that it can be totally private. You don't have to have an ounce of talent to enjoy learning how to really see what's in front of you. But lucky for us, the sketchbooks captured here are lovely, creative, intimate windows into each artist's mind.So, whether you're just returning to the art of drawing, abandoned by most of us after childhood, or you're looking for inspiration to take your illustration work in a new direction, An Illustrated Journey will take you on a wonderful trip of the imagination. All you need to pack are a pencil and a piece of paper.

     In her first instructional guide, D'Errico reveals  techniques for creating her emotive yet playful manga characters, with lessons on drawing basic body construction, capturing action, and creating animals, chibis, and mascots. Plus, she gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at her character design process, pointers on creating their own comics, and prompts for finishing her drawings. Pop Manga is both a celebration of creativity and an indispensible guide that is sure to appeal to manga diehards and aspiring artists alike.

    Taking a "both/and" approach, this book provides step-by-step guidance on drawing tools and techniques and offers practical suggestions on how to use these skills in conjunction with digital tools on real-world projects. Illustrated with nearly 300 full color drawings, the book includes a series of video demonstrations that reinforces the sketching techniques.

    Whether scribbled in a sketch pad or on a napkin, concepts are a way for artists to develop their skills and discover interesting shapes and forms that can be developed into their next masterpiece. In Sketching from the Imagination, 50 talented traditional and digital artists have been chosen to share their sketchbook works, from doodled concept sketches to fully rendered drawings. A visually stunning collection packed full with useful tips, Sketching from the Imagination is an excellent value resource for concept design to inspire artists of all abilities.

    In this book you will learn: how to draw anything with excellent accuracy; how to see with the eyes of an artist; how to apply emotion to select and sketch compelling subjects; and what separates artistic expression from merely copying. Excellent for beginners to seasoned artists and designers. Beginners will find the method easy to understand and can apply it to gain immediate results. Experienced professionals will find that this method measurably improves their ability to sketch with greater accuracy and emotion. Richly illustrated, with 419 illustrations (sketches, step-by-step diagrams, and photographs), and each idea explained clearly and concisely, this no-nonsense guide is the perfect companion for anyone who wants to sketch manually or digitally (the thinking process is exactly the same).

    This year's volume features such topics as weapon design, cartoon characters, painting materials, and battle scenes, and is a worthy addition to this groundbreaking series.Brian Sum is a concept artist and video games developer for BioWare and his credits include the award-winning Mass Effect series.Levi Hopkins is a versatile artist who has worked in a variety of different positions on the best-selling Guild Wars series.

    Pettibon explored the social and sexual practices that defined the 1960s, from the drug-induced utopianism of the hippie communes to American imperialism in Vietnam, from the radical political activism of the Weathermen to the cult of the Kennedy clan and the crimes of the Manson "Family." In the 1980s, Pettibon focused on Ronald Reagan with great vehemence, mocking his "Great Communicator" moniker well beyond the duration of Reagan's presidential term. Other recurrent subjects have included political figures such as Richard Nixon, J. Edgar Hoover and both Bush presidents, and historical events such as the Vietnam War and the civil rights movement. Following the events of September 11, 2001, Pettibon's political explorations have gained in intensity, with numerous works on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the prisoner abuses at Abu Ghraib, President Obama and Osama bin Laden; he also made several drawings depicting flag-draped coffins (countering the government's policy of banning from the press all images of soldier's coffins). Accompanying this intensified political content has been a notable shift in style, with a closer, more vivid rendering of his subjects. "Raymond Pettibon: Here's Your Irony Back" surveys these and other political themes throughout the artist's work, from the mid-1970s to 2013.Raymond Pettibon (born 1957) studied economics at UCLA, before joining his brother in the punk band Black Flag. He soon began to contribute artwork album covers, fliers and t-shirts, for the band and its label SST Records, and exhibited his work in group shows in galleries in the 1980s. Since the 1990s he has been the recipient of numerous major solo exhibitions.

    The diversity of the authors featured in these pages offers an exciting blend of perspectives and techniques from around the world, with industry greats including Steven Cummings (an American comic book artist in Japan whose clients include Marvel and DC Comics) and Gonzalo Ordonez (the author of Legendary Visions: The Art of Genzoman) among the leading names. These talented artists open a window into their world and present tutorials covering everything from drawing features, anatomy, and expressions to designing clothing, perfecting poses, and coloring characters with a mixture of traditional and digital artistic tools.Steven Cummings is an American comic book artist who has worked for the likes of DC Comics and Marvel Comics, and is currently a member of the famous Udon Entertainment team in Japan.Gonzalo Ordonez specializes in manga characters and is the author of the popular book Legendary Visions: The Art of Genzoman.

    This sketchbook is full of prompts for doodling and sketching fashion in every sense of the word, from the classic (a brass button) to the trendy (a peplum blouse), iconic (a Twiggy dress), and just plain fun (an itsy-bitsy polka-dot bikini)!

    

    Clark's classic botanical handbook receives a handsome twenty-first-century update by the former president of the Society of Botanical Artists. Now extensively revised, this stunning volume showcases more than 60 favorite flowers and plants, each illustrated with detailed botanical drawings and a painting, along with background on technique and composition. It's a fantastic reference for artists seeking both a guide to accurate botanical drawing and an inspiration for their own work.   Plants include : Anemone  •  Ash Tree  • Buttercup  •  Daisy  •  Dandelion • Dahlia  •  Gladiolus  •  Holly  •  Ivy  • Lily  • Mistletoe  •  Oak  •  Rose  • and many more!

    It is widely considered to be the best "learn to draw" instructional book available on the market today.

    Today, these tales have penetrated every aspect of pop culture and media - from cinema and TV shows to books and theatre. While fairy tales have often been sanitized and tweaked for children, their true origins are dark, edgy, grisly, and often full of malevolence. How to Draw Grimm's Dark Tales, Fables & Folklore guides artists through the process of drawing, painting, and digitally illustrating the dark and mysterious characters of legend and lore - good and bad. Beginning with information on the necessary tools and materials, artists will learn basic drawing concepts and techniques for achieving proper proportion and perspective, shading, creating volume, and rendering such textures as skin, hair, fur, and fabric. A variety of step-by-step projects provide clear, easy-to-understand instructions for drawing well-recognized characters, including the Big Bad Wolf, Rumpelstiltskin, Snow White, the sinister witch, and many more. The tips and techniques within this book provide insight and inspiration to enhance the learning process, whilst informative sidebars and introductions reveal the history of each character, as well as the origin of their grim tales, symbolism, and variations in their stories. Howto Draw Grimm's Dark Tales, Fables & Folklore is full of creative resources and encouragement for beginning and intermediate artists alike. With its varied cast of characters, comprehensive instruction, and fascinating peek into the tales themselves, this book is sure to kindle artistic imagination.

    Chock-full of tips, hints, and step-by-step illustrations, Modern Cartooning gives artists of all ages the tools they need to let their imaginations run wild.

     Since drawing is often the first effective way for children to communicate with the outside world, having this resource available will help your child express needs, wants, and emotions more efficiently. If your child is extremely motivated to learn how to draw, Maribel Cruz's “How to Draw People” will not only teach your child how to become a better artists, s/he will also begin developing important cognitive skills to start exploring the “self” by effectively expressing a view of him or herself. But there is more, as your child can also start to express the direct environment, including family, friends, and other loved-ones. Children who can relate to others develop what is called Adaptive Skills, which let them adjust and relate to new situations much easier. This resource will help your child develop that adaptive behavior as drawing for instance a policeman wearing a uniform will help your child identify policemen without any doubt. As your child progresses, encouraged by the ease of step-by-step drawing, they will build confidence, not only in drawing, but in all aspects of their lives. Knowing that they have the ability to recreate what they see is an important stepping-stone. If you are looking for a great book with drawing tips for kids, look no further. This book is simple enough for a child to enjoy the work, and progressive enough that they will feel challenged without becoming frustrated. There are also tips as to how to keep children interested in the exercises and motivated to learn. This resource is a spectacular addition to the series of children how to draw books. The benefits of this book and learning how to draw people for kids are: • The child will be better able to communicate • He will take more pride in his drawings, and ultimately, himself • Greater understanding of the world • Motivation and encouragement Don’t let your child fall behind. This isn’t necessarily about the quality of their current artwork, it is about their ability to communicate with you. Order this book and you will see how the simple process of improving your child’s ability to draw will translate into an improved ability to connect with the world. Check Out What Others Are Saying... "One of the better drawing strategies books I have come across." - Mr. and Mrs. Read Salot (USA) "Being an educator I truly enjoyed this book as it outlines a detailed method for children to enhance their drawing skills. But that is not all, as any parent or educator can use one of the 22 step-by-step illustrations to help children express their emotions. Greatly done!" - Jackeline Winter (GoodReads.com) "For anyone who thinks they don't have the ability to draw this book should give them the confidence to give it a go. There's some great advice and tips inside I especially loved the tip of using the word "boy" as a starting place to draw a face." - Sean White (Ireland) "Very simple and easy to follow. Children will benefit from the practical approach. The book although directed at kids to help them learn how to draw people step by step, it will also come in handy for adults who want to learn how to draw. It was fun to read and children are sure to enjoy the lessons." A.V. (USA)

    It's a blank sketchbook with three modifications: First, there are 100 drawing prompts or "sparks" (one on each blank two-page spread) that give your characters entertaining situations to respond to both physically and emotionally. Second, there's 32 pages of instructional content sprinkled throughout the book. Finally there's a bonus section in the back of the book containing hundreds of additional sketchbook ideas (100 Props, 100 Phrases, 100 Moods & Emotions, and 100 Daily Situations). The Pose Drawing Sparkbook is a helpful resource for artists who work in storytelling mediums such as animation, comics, storyboarding, and illustration.

    Despite the growing interest in this versatile art form, there are few resources offering guidance on the process. That's where this book comes in. Here, stop-motion master Melvyn Ternan offers practical instruction for a range of techniques. Readers will find--The basic principles of animation, including how to select and use equipment, props, and storyboardsA variety of stop-motion techniques using clay, Legos, paper, and other elementsIllustrated, step-by step tutorials along with QR codes linking to online videos of finished projects and more detailed instructionHelpful post-production tips and advice for editing movies on both Mac and PCWith 600 full-color images throughout, filmmakers of all levels--from the young hobbyist to the professional animator--will find Stop Motion Animation to be an indispensable guide to mastering this visually stunning style of animation.

    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.

    Each of his painted, drawn or collaged stories is both specific and open-ended, as though--not unlike Henry Darger's paintings--they are part of a much grander and ongoing tale that unfolds over a prolonged period. His distinctive sensibility draws on a wide range of inspirations in music, poetry and architecture--particularly the Stockholm suburb where he grew up, which both his drawings and his sculptures reference on an ongoing basis. Other important influences include Swedish academic and pop culture, as well as American folk art, Art Brut and Surrealist collage. Dotted with an assortment of objects, animals and people, the narratives in his art can by turns be elegant, endearing or even at times disconcerting. Although carefully structured, Nordstrom's style is distinguished by an apparently spontaneous and improvised quality that mines the rich vein of his fertile imagination. The action unfolds in a sequential format, which is often reminiscent of movie storyboards in its episodic nature. This publication comprises almost 100 of Jockum Nordstrom's works, unfolding a comprehensive panorama of his career to date, ranging from the earlier pencil drawings to his more recent vivid collages, including his architectural models and photographic collages.Jockum Nordstrom (born 1963) is undoubtedly one of the most renowned Swedish artists of his generation. His work is included in world-class museums, such as The Museum of Modern Art, New York, the Moderna Museet in Stockholm and the Cleveland Museum of Art, Ohio.

    By looking at some key works by some of history s greatest artists it teaches readers to recreate old master painting techniques using digital tools.The book features 16 detailed tutorials, each beginning with an outline of a particular work by a well-known artist. Following a series of carefully devised steps, and with many helpful tips along the way, the reader is taught how to create their own modern masterpieces. With a solid foundation of fine art principles, this book is perfect for artists of all abilities who wish to learn new skills through the techniques of the old masters.

    Free of her Rotring pens and scalpel, she now uses Photoshop to create her montages. Visual Alchemy explores McIntyre's sources of inspiration as well as her methods, offering an aesthetic guide to composition, color, texture and all of the other means of communication that artists have at their disposal. While these concepts and techniques make use of Photoshop, they will apply to any digital imaging program and indeed to any medium, whether traditional or digital. Featuring McIntyre's own art as well as that of artists around the globe, Visual Alchemy is an invitation to discover the artistic possibilities of picture making through digital montage.

    More than 180 black-and-white drawings and eight pages of color illustrations.

    Eddie Armer shows how to approach life drawing in pencil, charcoal, ballpoint pen or wax crayon, using a variety of techniques.

    Simple step-by-step directions show readers how to create their own fairy lands. Readers learn how to draw colorful candy, fancy flowers, pretty dresses, fun fairy friends, and much more. Imagination rules the fairy world.