More than just a fine work of landscape art instruction, this guidebook constitutes a celebration of one of nature's most triumphant creations. Illustrating the dominant features of many common species — elm, maple, willow, apple, more — it includes two portraits of each variety, in pencil and other media. 34 drawings. Reprint of Tree Drawing: Design and Construction, Bridgman Publishers Inc., Pelham, New York, 1936.
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The Artistic Anatomy of Trees by Rex V. Cole Covers every aspect of trees and how to depict them: balancing tree groups, relationship of light and shade, trees seen against the sky, lines of the branches, and much, much more. 515 illustrations.
On Drawing Trees and Nature: A Classic Victorian Manual by J. D. Harding Vignettes from natural settings are accompanied by a series of lessons emphasizing both practical and theoretical considerations. This edition features 23 outstanding plates from the author's Lessons on Trees.
Drawing Trees by Victor Perard Concise guide features easy steps for realistic depictions of trees. Discover shading, composition, shadow, and outlining techniques that add vitality and expression. Over 100 illustrations spotlight Oak, Willow, Pine, Palmetto, more.
