Author(s): Peter Partington

Art and Music - children

Based on the successful Learn to Draw series, this bumper gift book for beginners is full of practical advice on drawing a wide range of popular subjects -- wildlife, people, the countryside and buildings. Collins Drawing for Beginners covers all the essential aspects of drawing, starting with advice on the various drawing media -- from pencils and pens to charcoal, pastel, pen and wash, and conte -- and explaining how they can be used to achieve different effects. Other sections look at topics such as proportion, composition, light, tone and texture. All the techniques are very clearly and simply described, providing an ideal introduction to drawing for the complete beginner. The book features: / clear and straightforward text, with step-by-step examples and demonstrations / over 400 attractive drawings and sketches in various media / a wide range of popular subjects, including animals, birds, people, landscapes, trees, skies and buildings