Helen Plum Library

Presents step-by-step instructions for drawing parts of human faces, like the eyes and mouth, and depicting emotions, including happiness, sadness, and fear

"The foundation of all figurative work is the life study of the human form. Sculptors, painters, and illustrators pull from the process to sharpen their observation, develop better hand-eye relation, and improve their understanding and interpretation of what they see. Featuring more than 300 illustrations, this volume takes a look at the process, presenting first-rate examples and a brief but well-constructed text. Meads covers foreshortening, light...

"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to draw robots. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher

"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to draw dinosaurs. The text level and subject matter are intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher

"Information accompanies step-by-step instructions on how to draw monsters. The text level and subject matter is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher

After explaining interesting facts about crawlers and fliers in an introduction, this book shows readers how to draw ladybugs, butterflies, ants, and more. The text also discusses drawing tips and the different ways to color finished pieces. Now drawing can be informative as well as fun! Each book in our new 5 Steps to Drawing series starts with fun facts about the subject and then guides readers through a simple five-step drawing process. Extras...

Each of these straightforward how-to volumes for aspiring beginners is handsomely designed, chock-full of instructive illustrations, and decidedly upbeat. Hammond's book on drawing colored-pencil portraits from photographs, for instance, is positively homey: her first chapter is titled 'You Can Do It!' an appropriate approach to such an accessible, do-it-at-home art form. Photographs are terrific source materials, and colored pencils are clean and...

After explaining interesting facts about dogs and cats in an introduction, this book shows readers how to draw Saint Bernards, calico kittens, short-haired tabby cats, and more. The text also discusses drawing tips and the different ways to color finished pieces. Now drawing can be informative as well as fun! Each book in our new 5 Steps to Drawing series starts with fun facts about the subject and then guides readers through a simple five-step drawing...

"Artists use shapes to draw pictures of all different kinds of things. Readers learn how to use this technique to draw a variety of animals with this fun-filled book. Step-by-step instructions help readers follow along with accessible activities to create unique artwork of their own. Some of the activities include how to draw a lion, a snake, a zebra, and a fish. Engaging illustrations help readers visualize every step along the way and show them...