Japanese dragons are diverse legendary creatures in Japanese mythology and folklore. Japanese dragon myths amalgamate native legends with imported stories about dragons from China; Korea and India. The style of the dragon was heavily influenced by the Chinese dragon. Like these other Asian dragons; most Japanese ones are water deities associated with rainfall and bodies of water; and are typically depicted as large; wingless; serpentine creatures with clawed feet. The modern Japanese language has numerous "dragon" words.
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136 of 147 people found the following review helpful. A Bit of a Let DownBy Steven LarsenWhat am I missing? I am a big fan of Steve Huston the artist and instructor. I have seen his videos. which are very thorough and detailed. I admire his skill. The book was a let down. It didnt seem to surpass other books on the market and in some ways. fell short of them.There is less instruction than I hoped. Much of the text needs a re write for clarity as well as some additions for depth. The pictures dont clearly support the text. at least not easily. The authors fabulous sketches arent even here in abundance. and while it isnt a show off book. if the instruction is lacking. which I believe it is. then at least give us more eye candy or material to copy.This is much more like a fancy set of notes for those who have studied with Steve Huston or taken his classes.Negative reviews dont make me popular but I have to call it as I see it. It pains me to say it. but I think there are better books out there.So you can get some idea where I am coming from and determine if this review is has relevance to you. some books I really like are Mike Matessis Drawing Force and The Weatherly Guide to Drawing Animals. Rankins Fast Sketching Techniques. and Mellems Sketching People.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I have not been disappointed. What a delectable bookBy SketchbookI have such a huge artist crush on Steve Huston that I was positively salivating when I heard he was putting together this book. I have not been disappointed. What a delectable book! There is something for everyone from beginner to old timer. Hustons work is masterful and he is a pretty good teacher. too. There are lots of art books out there. youll be hard pressed to find one that is as readable as this one is.Read this book. Draw along with the chapters. In the end you will be a better artist. Simple as that. Money well spent.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Constructive and illuminatingBy Janet GrayVery much enjoyed this book. As well as being informative and well written. it has immediately made a huge difference in my drawing. I read and practiced using the book as a guide during the week between going to life drawing classes. My improvement increased significantly as I was able to capture the proportions and gestures more easily. This is of the most useful drawing books I have ever come across.
