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    Learn Drawing Quickly

    Part of Learn Quickly

    Author Sharon Finmark
    Hardcover
    $14.95 US
    Rizzoli | Batsford
    7.85"W x 6.2"H x 0.6"D   | 12 oz | 40 per carton
    On sale Apr 14, 2016 | 112 Pages | 9781849943109
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    A practical book with simple excercises showing the basics of drawing.

    Learning to draw is quicker and easier than you might think. This practical and concise book contains simple exercises and techniques to encourage you to start drawing, whether you want to be able to create a sketch, a visual diary of your holiday, or draw for sheer creative pleasure.

    Sharon Finmark covers the basics of drawing, sharing advice on texture, pattern and form. She shows how to achieve light and shade, solidity of form and how to add simple perspective to your compositions. There is an introduction to working with different drawing media including pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, coloured pencils and watercolour.

    Subjects covered are still life, flowers and plants, landscapes, interiors and people. By the end of this little book you should be able to draw with confidence and have fun with it!
    ‘This little book packs in a huge amount ... If you want to start drawing, improve your existing skills or just get some fresh inspiration, this book is a must.’ - Gainsborough Life
    Sharon Finmark trained at St Martin’s College of Art and teaches life drawing and painting at Lauderdale House in London. She writes for the Artist magazine and is author of several painting books, including 600 Watercolour Mixes (Batsford).
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    A practical book with simple excercises showing the basics of drawing.

    Learning to draw is quicker and easier than you might think. This practical and concise book contains simple exercises and techniques to encourage you to start drawing, whether you want to be able to create a sketch, a visual diary of your holiday, or draw for sheer creative pleasure.

    Sharon Finmark covers the basics of drawing, sharing advice on texture, pattern and form. She shows how to achieve light and shade, solidity of form and how to add simple perspective to your compositions. There is an introduction to working with different drawing media including pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, coloured pencils and watercolour.

    Subjects covered are still life, flowers and plants, landscapes, interiors and people. By the end of this little book you should be able to draw with confidence and have fun with it!

    Praise

    ‘This little book packs in a huge amount ... If you want to start drawing, improve your existing skills or just get some fresh inspiration, this book is a must.’ - Gainsborough Life

    Author

    Sharon Finmark trained at St Martin’s College of Art and teaches life drawing and painting at Lauderdale House in London. She writes for the Artist magazine and is author of several painting books, including 600 Watercolour Mixes (Batsford).
    Sharon Finmark View titles by Sharon Finmark

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