This concise guide for artists at every level features easy-to-follow steps for realistic depictions of trees. Its shading techniques, composition, shadow and light methods, and outlining approaches help artists recapture dozens of varieties with vitality and expression. Over 100 illustrations spotlight Oak, Willow, Pine, Palmetto, and other species. Reprint of the Pitman Publishing Corporation, New York, 1955 edition.
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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.
How to Draw Trees by Frank M. Rines Illustrating the dominant features of many common species — elm, maple, willow, apple, more — this manual includes two portraits of each variety, in pencil and other media. 34 drawings.
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.
Wildlife Sketching: Pen, Pencil, Crayon and Charcoal by Frank Lohan For every artist who longs to capture natural beauty, here is a clear guide to realistic drawings. Its 600 illustrations include birds, animals, flowers, and trees, plus tips and techniques.
Pen & Ink Techniques by Frank Lohan This richly illustrated manual for beginning, intermediate, and advanced artists covers everything from hatching, tones, and stippling to dealing with the problems that can arise when adding texture, light, and shade.
Draw Anything by Arthur Zaidenberg This visual drawing dictionary offers thousands of instructive illustrations in alphabetical order — from abdomen to zodiac. Simplified for beginners and intermediate students, it covers animals, people, clothing, furniture, and more.
Drawing and Illustration: A Complete Guide by John Moranz Utilizing as few words as possible but presenting a tremendous variety and volume of illustrations, this all-in-one guide details the fundamentals of drawing in its various phases and fields.
Drawing and Painting Trees by Adrian Hill This classic guide by noted British painter Adrian Hill starts with a brief history of tree painting and advances to general principles, color choices, and techniques. Its 150 illustrations include 7 in full color.
Drawing Flowers by Victor Perard Every artist will find seeds of inspiration in this guide to drawing beautiful flowers. Black-and-white illustrations show how line quality can add texture and light to daisies, daffodils, lilacs, and other garden favorites.
On the Art of Drawing by Robert Fawcett The "Illustrator's Illustrator" presents fundamentals of improvisation, lighting, style, and technique. Thorough examinations of the human figure and landscapes feature 100 illustrations and stress the importance of design and composition.
