From Merlin, the master magician, to evil goblins, noble warriors, castle witches, and wild beasts, this guide abounds in figures from ancient myth — and it teaches young would-be artists how to give life to their very own legends. Tony Tallarico, author of the popular "Where Are They?" series,... read more
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From Merlin, the master magician, to evil goblins, noble warriors, castle witches, and wild beasts, this guide abounds in figures from ancient myth — and it teaches young would-be artists how to give life to their very own legends. Tony Tallarico, author of the popular "Where Are They?" series, starts each lesson with a few simple shapes. In four easy-to-follow steps, he shows how to add details that result in captivating portraits of dragons, wizards, trolls, and other characters. Featuring over 40 different fun-filled lessons, this guide includes a multi-paneled cartoon strip that gives kids the chance to practice their new skills. They'll sketch some supernatural characters to add the finishing touches to an adventure involving the rescue of a princess from a dark castle.
Reprint of The Berkley Publishing Group, New York, 1994 edition.
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