Practical, classroom-tested instruction is at the core of this new introduction to basic drawing skills, written by one of the country's leading illustrators--a teacher admired as much for her ability to inspire students as for her artistic talent.

Practical, classroom-tested instruction is at the core of this new introduction to basic drawing skills, written by one of the country's leading illustrators--a teacher admired as much for her ability to inspire students as for her artistic talent.

Centered on the art of drawing still-life objects with charcoal, Exploring The Basics of Drawing presents a logical, step-by-step approach that not only gets results but also inspires readers to learn and excel. Thorough coverage of the fundamental skills needed to learn to draw includes still-life drawing, basic shapes, and the key concepts of perspective, light, value, and space. At the heart of the book are drawing projects that show step-by-step progress toward a finished drawing, giving readers the practice they need to build their skills and their confidence.

Preface

About the Author

Getting Started

Basic Shapes and Learning to See

Value and Spherical Shapes

Linear Perspective and Cubic Shapes

Proportion and Rectangular Shapes

Elliptical Perspective and Cylindrical Objects

The Illusion of Space and Conical Shapes

Composition and Complex Shapes

Drapery

Metal

Glass

Additional Media

Beyond Still Life

Index