Drawing the Natural World
Tim Pond
Hardback (04 Jul 2023)


Publishers Synopsis

Drawing the Natural World is a practical and comprehensive guide for artists of all abilities to celebrate through art the beauty of the flora and fauna that make up our planet. The book is divided into the fundamental concepts of art - color and tone, pattern, texture, line, shape, form, and space - to introduce the essential techniques and demonstrate how they can be used in drawing the natural world through practical projects. Further chapters cover the anatomy of animals to ensure posture and gait can be accurately captured, and the fundamentals of composition. There is also an introduction to the different materials and equipment that can be used and a guide to the basics of drawing. Each of the projects in the book includes a fully illustrated step-by-step sequence to follow, plus helpful tips and advice. Theres also background information about the featured animals and plants to broaden the readers awareness of and connection with the natural world.


Book information

ISBN: 9781784946388
Publisher: The Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Imprint: The Guild of Master Craftsman Publications
Pub date: 04 Jul 2023
DEWEY: 743.83
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Sales rank: 33073
Weight: 620g
Height: 216mm
Width: 274mm
Spine width: 12mm