Books published by publisher Walter Foster Library

Famous literary figures are given dinosaur-inspired pseudonyms and prehistoric biographies as a way of introducing young readers to classic literature in a fun and inviting new way in Jurassic Classics: The Prehistoric Masters of Literature Volume 2. The book features an assortment of author biographies, each with a prehistoric twist. Mark Twainceratops, Charles Dickensodocus, and Jane Austenlovenator get "dino" histories, with a clever parody of one of their classic works included. Accurate biographies of the real-life authors are included, as well. Endearing illustrations and humorous dinosaur mashups provide young readers with a foundation for art history, as well as inspiring them to learn more.

Young aspiring artists everywhere will be drawn to the selection of ocean animals included in Learn to Draw Sea Creatures, which includes a variety of favorite ocean dwellers, such as a beluga whale, a manatee, a dolphin, a sea lion, an orca, and many more. The book opens with brief information for getting started, the tools and materials needed, and some sample drawing exercises to warm up. Young artists-in-training will learn to draw their favorite ocean animals by following the step-by-step instructions in this beautifully illustrated book.

Famous artists are given dinosaur-inspired pseudonyms and prehistoric biographies as a way of introducing young readers to art history in a fun and inviting new way in Jurassic Classics: The Prehistoric Masters of Art Volume 1. The book features an assortment of artist biographies, each with a prehistoric twist. Artists Leonardo da Vilociraptor, Vincent Van Guanadon, and Claude Monetator get "dino" histories, with a clever parody of the real artist's most famous sketches and paintings included. Accurate biographies of the real-life artists are included, as well. Endearing illustrations and humorous dinosaur mashups provide young readers with a foundation for art history, as well as inspiring them to learn more.

Famous US Presidents are given dinosaur-inspired pseudonyms and prehistoric biographies as a way of introducing young readers to US history in a fun and inviting new way in Jurassic Classics: The Presidential Masters of Prehistory Volume 2. The book features an assortment of presidential biographies, each with a prehistoric twist. Abraham Lincolnator, Theodore Rexevelt, and Franklin D. Rex get "dino" histories, with a clever parody of each president's most famous contributions to our nation's history. Accurate biographies of the real-life presidents are included, as well. Endearing illustrations and humorous dinosaur mashups provide young readers with a foundation for history, as well as inspiring them to learn more.

Learn how to transform washi tape and paper into beautiful stationery, giftwrap, gifts, and more―all with just a few simple tools! DIY Paper Crafts is full of unique and inspirational ideas and step-by-step projects that are perfect for washi tape crafters of any skill level. Full of inspirational instruction, fun artwork, and tons of ideas to explore and build on, this book is sure to spur endless DIY and craft projects and spark hours of washi tape fun!

Walter Foster's classic How to Draw and Paint series provides aspiring artists with an exceptional array of art instruction books featuring all subject areas and media. Each title includes easy step-by-step exercises as well as finished illustrations or paintings that will inspire artistic talent in anyone. Packed with practical information, helpful tips, and fundamental techniques, the How to Draw and Paint series offers a complete library of resources to which artists of all skill levels can refer again and again. What you'll learn from this book ... • Step-by-step processes for drawing trees, from the initial block-in stage to the final details • The fundamentals of shading, composition, and perspective • Basic tree shapes and leaf types • How to make notes and sketches while on location • Skills for creating a focal point in your drawings • Tips on drawing root patterns, branches, bark, and fallen trees • Techniques for drawing cast shadows • How to enhance your tree drawings with ground foliage

Young aspiring artists everywhere will be drawn to the selection of wild, woodland animals included in Learn to Draw Forest Animals, which includes a grizzly bear, red fox, an antelope, and many more. The book opens with brief information for getting started, the tools and materials needed, and some sample drawing exercises to warm up. Young artists-in-training will learn to draw their favorite forest animals by following the step-by-step instructions in this beautifully illustrated book.

Young aspiring artists everywhere will be drawn to the selection of exotic creatures included in Learn to Draw Exotic Animals, which includes a monk parakeet, a giant toad, a small-spotted genet, and many more. The book opens with brief information for getting started, the tools and materials needed, and some sample drawing exercises to warm up. Young artists-in-training will learn to draw their favorite exotic creatures by following the step-by-step instructions in this beautifully illustrated book.

With Learn to Draw Disney•Pixar's Toy Story, Woody & Friends Edition, artists-in-training can draw their favorite characters from the Toy Story movies! This book includes drawing projects for Woody, Buzz, Bo Peep, Forky, and more! Each lesson begins with a simple shape before progressing to a finished color piece of artwork, making it easy for beginning artists to follow along. Throughout the book, young artists and Toy Story fans alike will learn special details about the films and its characters. Tips and film insights from professional Disney animators are sprinkled throughout the pages, creating a well-rounded, fun drawing experience for any Toy Story fan.