Easy-to-follow instructions for drawing a variety of creatures; from an Eastern dragon to a hairy trollThe ever-increasing popularity of mythological and fantasy creatures in film; graphic novels; and television creates high demand for instruction books on drawing these fantastic beasts. In this newest addition to our Collectors series; aspiring artists will find 144 pages of clear; step-by-step instructions for drawing everything from fire-breathing dragons to seven-headed monsters and magical fairies. Information on the origin and history of mythological creatures gives this book an extra-special appeal. The authors helpful tips on shading and drawing techniques show readers everything they need to know to create their own impressive beasts.Although there are fantasy-themed drawing books on the market; this book is unique because it features a wide range of fantasy subjects rather than focusing on only one type of creature (such as dragons or fairies). It also sets itself apart from similar books with its helpful information on combining graphite pencil with other media; such as charcoal and black watercolor paint or ink. In addition; this extraordinary book features dragons and other mythological creatures from around the world; including those originating in Egyptian; Irish; Norse; and Greek mythology-whereas most other fantasy books include generic; non-regional subjects.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent book for beginners!By G.M.L.R.This is an awesome book. it shows step by step techniques and how to use them to create a specific painting. Ive found that when I practice these techniques I can apply them to anything i paint. Just finished painting off a photo of my nephew. if youd have asked me if I thought Id ever be a painter a month ago I would have laughed.I know other reviews talk about it being too easy. all I know is it has been great for this gal who has never seriously picked up a paintbrush in her life!6 of 7 people found the following review helpful. More appropriate to decorative painting than traditional landscape methodsBy Walter AndersonWhile the works shown have an appeal. the techniques discussed are very unlike traditional fine art landscape painting. When reviewing the authors biography it became clear as to why. Her background is as a decorative painter and her approach clearly shows that background. This is most apparent in her pallete. which is different for each of the paintings (with some overlap) and includes far more basic colors than is really nescessary--typically about 18... Clearly she doesnt understand/use the mixing (and hence more harmonious) color choices of a more limited pallete.Some of this may be a question of style. but in my opinion her approach is poor for beginners for two primary reasons. First. a more limited (and traditional) pallete helps to teach students how to mix colors to accomplish a given goal. rather than approaching painting as a child does a coloring book with a box of 64 (or more) crayons. Another reason that the pallete choice (and approach) are poor for beginners is cost. Even the second tier paint brands recommended in the book are expensive. Why but 18-24 different tubes of color when 10-12 are far more than sufficient--some techniques/palletes produce brilliant works of art with only three (research Velasquez limited pallete)?1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Keith Hickmangood book.
