From a leading art instructor at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts in Philadelphia, a complete survey of drawing as an art form covering its history, materials, and key techniques, alongside step-
Based on the popular international collaborative art project, this guide to creating portraiture in multiple mediums and styles teams hundreds of portraits with tips and insights on the artistic proce
This third adult coloring book in Daria Song's Time series follows the little girl on a new nighttime adventure when the conductor of her toy train comes to life and helps her distribute gifts across
A companion volume to Lessons in Classical Drawing that breaks down the foundational skills and techniques of painting in a format that is accessible and manageable for all readers.With the
ENTER THE ALLURING, MAGICAL, MYTHICAL WORLD OF THE FURRY KINGDOM?What Is A Furry?A furry is an anthropomorphic being—an animal with human characteristics. Furries have fascinated artists going back th
Cast on for your next variegated yarn project with new skills and renewed confidence Do you covet the gorgeous colors of multicolored yarn but have been disappointed by patching, pooling, and other u
The bestselling The Art of Metal Clay returns—revised and expanded to highlight the latest developments in this exciting medium! Since it was first published in 2004, The Art of Metal Clay has introdu
Botanical Drawing In Color offers a thorough immersion into the world of scientifically accurate, three-dimensional, and artistically rendered natural illustration. Whether you’re just broaching this
DIY Art at Home shows how easy it is to create modern masterpieces by using a few simple art supplies and the full-size templates that are also included. The book begins with The Practical Studio, whi
The art of portraiture approached its apex during the sixteenth century in Europe with the discovery of oil painting when the old masters developed and refined techniques that remain unsurpassed to th
Enter an enchanted fairy world of your very own creation???Fairies are beloved figures in folklore and literature—and in the imaginations of millions of artists and dreamers. With the help of this ind
A complete guide to painting pandas, horses, elephants, and 47 other beloved creatures in the traditional Chinese brush-style. Chinese animal painting is an ancient form characterized by its simplicit
Kanzashi tsumami is the Japanese art of folding delicate squares of silk into three-dimensional flower petals. In the United States, the online craft culture has sprouted a renewed interest in making
Kids will love this all-in-one collection of how-to-draw manga lessons and inspiration! We took our four bestselling Kids Draw books and combined them into one giant manga celebration. Kids learn how
This comprehensive guide explores one of the great traditions of Western painting: alla prima, or direct, painting. Bold brushwork and a painterly surface are the hallmarks of this renowned technique
Impressionism--its techniques as well as its practitioners, past and present--continues to excite the passions of artists and art enthusiasts alike. And the influence on American art has had a long a
In Venetian glassmaking, slender rods of molten glass are shaped, then cut to reveal amazingly detailed patterns: flowers, geometric shapes, dancing colors. These slices are called millefiori, “thousa
The ancient art of origami—updated for today’s teens!‧ A new take on a traditional craft‧ 20 fantastic designs ‧ Includes preprinted origami papers to tear out and fold‧ Little shoes, little purses,
Inspiring ideas from one of the world’s great art teachers‧ Top author—more than 100,000 books sold worldwide‧ Solid instruction from a watermedia expert‧ Tips and techniques for developing a personal
A top-selling favorite returns—now with a DVD featuring Sherri Haab!‧ The Art of Resin Jewelry has sold 14,000 copies ‧ Value-added DVD includes three all-new projects plus a special bonus gallery of
Aren’t these the cutest? ‧ Sixteen meltingly adorable animals‧ All the favorites, including cats, dogs, birds, bunnies, more‧ Easy to make, great as gifts, toys, decorationsAll together now: Awwwww! I
Collage is more than a pile of snapshots and a glue stick. So much more. Let Collage, Assemblage, and Altered Art lead the way to a whole new way of creating collage! Artist and author Diane Maurer-Ma
Manga occult and horror are just under the radar of American pop culture--until you visit the graphic novels section of any bookstore. That’s when you enter a strange, mysterious universe of el
Picture violent, amoral swordsmen and their bloody confrontations with agents of evil in imaginary lands. Think of role-playing games, fantasy, and some of the most popular movies and novels ever cre
Who doesn’t love to watch Antiques Roadshow? And who doesn’t secretly suspect that Mom’s sewing cabinet, that great thrift-store table, or Grandpa’s rocking chair could someda
Tired of granny squares? Looking for something much more boho retro Soho? Here are the sophisticated urban-chic styles no one would ever expect to see in a crochet book. downtownDIY Crochet brings an
Kung Fu Hustle. Kill Bill. Chuck Norris, Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan. The martial arts are all around us--and millions of children and adults prove that every day, by taking classes in karate, tae kwon do,
Christopher Hart, America’s best-selling author of art instruction books, tosses all that aside to make drawing animals truly amazingly easy, by simplifying animal anatomy so that artists can get the
Handcrafting Chain and Bead Jewelry shows how to create beautiful, dimensional silver, copper, and brass chains using simple tools. The main style is based on the elegant, classical Byzantine pattern,
‧ Spotlights “green” technology, safe for all artists‧ Distinguished author has worked with Andy Warhol, Red Grooms, Romare Bearden, and other top artists‧ Techniques range from the traditional hands-
Author/designer Jonathan Fong wowed everyone with his first book, Walls That Wow. Now he turns his wow-power to flower arranging! Try the witty “Gung Hay Fat Choy,” flowers in a Chinese take-out conta
Everybody learns to knit in the same way: garter stitch. Just plain knitting. That means scarves--and plenty of ‘em. Scarves for every day of the week. Scarves for herself, her friends, her sisters an
Macrame. Just the word summons up images of hideous 1960s atrocities designed to hang plants. But what was good about macrame in the 1960s is still what’s good about macrame: It’s easy, it’s fun, ever
Foolproof origami—now in paperback! More than 30,000 copies soldLove origami, but frightened off by those strange dotted lines and shaded areas that make it seem like a bizarre geometry exercise? Abso
Get hooked. In a good way.Hey, hipster. Forget glumpy afghans. Get hooked on Friendship Wrist Cuffs, a Sushi Roll Pillow, Fingerless Gloves (punk version), Fingerless Gloves (prom version), or a Pleat
When The Art of Polymer Clay first appeared in 1997, polymer clay was undergoing a revival in the U.S., but its full creative potential had yet to be explored. With this book, author and artist Donna
This thorough and detailed reference for artists and conservators was originally published in 1993; and it was definitely due for an update to incorporate information about the numerous products that
War offers compelling subject matter for artists: life-or-death battles, conflict, bravery. For sixty years, war comics have attracted the biggest names in the industry, including Jack Kirby, Will Eis
Beaded earrings are nice. Beaded necklaces are nice, too. So are beaded bracelets. And The Joy of Beading shows how to make all those pretty things, in more than two dozen jewelry projects. But this b
