Just when you thought there was no hope of ever finding a comprehensive color-mixing resource for oil, acrylic, and watercolor artists, along comes the 1,500 Color Mixing Recipes for Oil, Acrylic &...

What's the best way to stretch watercolor paper? What basic materials do I need to start oil painting? How can I use color to create mood in my paintings? Readers can find...

Half the battle of achieving precise, realistic results in oil and acrylic painting comes down to one's ability to accurately render surfaces and textures-a challenging feat for even the most experienced artists....

This complete kit makes it easy to start exploring the exciting art form of acrylic painting because it comes with everything a beginning artist needs—from a set of high-quality materials to comprehensive...

A vibrant and versatile medium, acrylic is ideal for beginning artists. Its quick drying time and intense, brilliant hues allow you to express a world of possibilities! In this book produced by...

In this kit, aspiring artists will find the perfect combination of high-quality materials and excellent instruction to help them begin a successful journey in acrylic. The 40-page guide contains a charming collection...

Beginners and accomplished artists alike are attracted to the beauty and versatility of acrylic painting. In this comprehensive book, you will find all the instruction and inspiration you need to master the...

Acclaimed acrylic artist Anton Gutknecht invites you into his world and shows you how to re-create the captivating beauty of landscapes from every continent. With a user-friendly, step-by-step process, he'll teach you...

Acrylic paints are beloved by beginning painters and seasoned professionals alike, because this lightweight, versatile, fast-drying, water-based medium is well suited for a wide variety of applications. Acrylics will teach you everything...

From a squad car and fire truck to a supersonic airliner and stealth ship, All About Drawing Cool Cars, Fast Planes & Military Machines is filled with all things fueled for action....

Discover how to draw your favorite scaled and prehistoric creatures! Perfect for children who love to doodle, this introductory drawing book makes the art of drawing easy. ...

Learn how to draw a collection of beloved horses and pets! Ideal for children who love to doodle, this introductory drawing guide makes the art of drawing easy. ...

Explore the art of drawing favorite undersea and land animals. This introductory drawing book makes the art of drawing easy----especially for children who love to doodle. ...

Enter the exciting world of painting realistic animals in acrylic Featuring a variety of wild and domestic animals—from a majestic eagle and an adorable leopard cub to an elegant horse and a playful...

In this comprehensive, 32-page book, accomplished artist Debra Kauffman Yaun shares her artistic insights and techniques for creating strikingly realistic animal drawings in colored pencil. The book opens with essential information on...

'This inspiring instructional book combines projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint and Artist’s Library series titles into one handy volume. The Art of Acrylic Painting is...

Known for its smooth gradations and seamless blends, the airbrush has become a fixture in the world of fine art. With this book, aspiring airbrush artists can learn the basics through simple...

This compilation of some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint and Artist's Library series titles gives artists the perfect introduction to the basics of drawing. The Art of Basic...

In a world saturated by computer-generated fonts, more and more artists and crafters are turning to the organic art of hand lettering. The Art of Calligraphy & Lettering offers a broad scope...

Chinese brush painting is an ancient art form associated with grace, simplicity, and precision. With this wonderful addition to the Artist’s Library Series, you too can learn the secrets to painting in...

For thousands of years, artists in cultures across the globe have been captivated by the grace and beauty of the horse, making it the subject of countless works of art. Now anyone...

With instructions and step-by-step projects for creating an array of portaits, this all-inclusive book covers everything about portraiture in the most popular drawing and painting media. Ideal for beginning artists who would...

Learn to draw a collection of cute critters and pampered pets! Featuring an array of adorable pets and majestic wildlife, this exceptional 144-page book offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating dozens of incredibly...

Enter the fantastic imagination of artist Jacob Glaser as you learn how to draw everything from an alien lord and a werewolf to a jester and a black knight. In this 144-page...

Learn to draw faces, features, and figures in graphite, with inspiration from 4 accomplished artistsPacked with practical advice, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques, this comprehensive, 144-page book is an essential resource to...

This compilation of projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint and Artist’s Library series titles provides inspiration and instruction on every aspect of oil painting. From the...

This inspiring book combines projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint titles into one comprehensive guide to creating an array of outdoor scenes in a variety of...

The velvety strokes of pastel have enchanted fine artists for more than a century. From airy strokes to bold marks and soft hues to vibrant shades, the versatility of pastel makes it...

This compilation of projects from some of our most popular How to Draw and Paint series books provides inspiration and instruction on every aspect of pencil drawing. From the fundamentals to advanced...

This book covers all the techniques you need to know to create beautiful watercolor paintings of people, landscapes, seascapes, still lifes, children, and even animals! In The Art of Watercolor, you'll find...

Beginning and advanced artists alike have experienced “artist's block” at some point in their endeavors. Now artists can turn to this book in their time of need. Artist's Block Cured! provides a...

Tone up your creativity with the ultimate artistic workout We’ve heard all the excuses (“I don’t have time,” “I haven’t picked up a pencil in years,” “I’m out of practice”), and we’re tired...

Featuring an array of adorable baby animals, this charming book offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating incredibly lifelike drawings in pencil. Baby Animals opens with in-depth information about selecting tools and materials,...

In Acrylic 1, Ken Goldman offers the perfect introduction to the exciting world of acrylic painting! Inside, you will find an array of beautiful paintings that will inspire you to explore the...

The human form has captivated artists for ages, but its unique and subtle characteristics can pose quite a challenge to even more experienced artists. In this beginner's guide, fine artist Ken Goldman...

In this book, Mike Butkus offers the perfect introduction to the exciting world of drawing! Inside Drawing 1, you will find an array of beautiful drawings that will inspire you to explore...

In Oil 1, Robert Moore offers the perfect introduction to the exciting world of oil painting! Inside, you will find an array of beautiful paintings that will inspire you to explore the...

Learn to paint, step-by-step!Inside this stunning follow up to Pastel 1, artist William Schneider reveals his methods of creating realistic and accurate works of art in the pastel medium. From lifelike portraits...

In this book, Caroline Linscott offers the perfect introduction to the exciting world of watercolor! Inside Watercolor 1, you will find an array of beautiful paintings that will inspire you to explore...

This complete kit makes it easy to start exploring the exciting art form of calligraphy because it comes with everything a beginning artist needs—from a set of high-quality materials to comprehensive instructions....

Whether you have a natural talent for lettering or have never picked up a calligraphy pen, you can learn the stylish art of making beautiful letters with the help of this book....

Discover the art of beautiful writing as Cari Ferraro invites you into her artistic world and teaches you the timeless arts of calligraphy and illumination. In this book, Cari introduces you to...

This complete kit includes a 32-project book that covers basic information and method before offering advanced techniques for rendering several calligraphic alphabets. Every lesson can be accomplished with the array of writing...

Learn all about the exciting realm of cartooning! In Cartooning 1, Jack Keely (with some help from Carson van Osten) invites you into the cartooning world and shows you how to create...

This is the one sourcebook that cartooning and animation enthusiasts have been clamoring about for years! A time-tested classic, this tried-and-true reference is often used as a textbook in cartooning workshops, and...

This book has everything you need to help you find your inner cartooning artist. Cartooning covers the basics of character construction-from heads, hands and body parts to full-body figures. It also explores...

Ed Nofziger invites you into the fascinating world of cartooning with a special emphasis on cartoon animals! In this amusing guide, you will learn how to draw a veritable jungle full of...

Let world-renowned animator Preston Blair introduce you to the magical world of cartooning and animation! Whether you're creating traditional or computer art, you'll find valuable information in this book, which covers the...