Books

In Sketching from the Imagination: An Insight into Creative Drawing, 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...

Pencil, Do More Art exposes how the simplest of writing tools is in fact the key to an entire universe of artistic expression. Selwyn Leamy and Eve Blackwood explore the many ways a pencil can be used: from hatching and smudging to frottage and...

In a Japanese Garden adult coloring book recreates 23 artworks for you to color—images of flowers and trees, garden residents such as the bird and the butterfly, and in-the-moment scenes of people taking in the pleasures of these peaceful corners...

Many people say they can't draw, but everyone can. Still Life Drawing reminds us that putting pen to paper is a simple pleasure, available to anyone. And when it comes to combining colors, playing with pattern and exploring shapes, there are no rules...

With The Creative Nudge, use "nudge theory" to unleash your innate originality. A new behavioral science that reveals how small actions can have big impacts on our thinking, nudge theory powers this book. Using simple behavior changes, this book...

Medieval Calligraphy: Its History and Technique is a comprehensive history and instruction manual that contains thirteen significant medieval scripts, with a history of the evolution of the alphabets and fascinating background material on the...

The Laws Guide to Nature Drawing and Journaling provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. In straightforward text complemented by...

The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds will provide guidance for those who insist they can’t draw. Leading the mind and hand through a series of detailed exercises, Laws delivers what he promises: that “drawing birds opens you to the beauty of...

Constructive Anatomy, an anatomical reference guide for the working artist, sculptor, and student, graphically shows important parts of the human body, both in motion and in repose — hand, wrist, thumb, fingers, forearm, arm, armpit, shoulder,...

A Better Approach to Pencil Drawing offers an outstanding overview of the finer points of pencil work, both for sketching and detailed finished drawings. Author Frank M. Rines discusses approaches to graphite work and techniques for still life and...

Pen & Ink Techniques is a reader-friendly guide that allows artists and would-be artists at all levels of achievement to experience the satisfaction of drawing with pen and ink techniques. Richly illustrated and containing dozens of simple...

The ArtEsteem Self as Super Hero book by Amana Harris, was inspired by our current need for heroes for our children, youth and communities. This multidisciplinary curriculum takes children, youth, and adults through a journey of self-exploration,...