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Books in Dover How to Draw series

  • How to Draw Animals

    Barbara Soloff Levy

    Paperback (Dover Publications, July 10, 1997)
    This easy-to-follow guide shows how simple it is to draw pictures of your favorite animals. With it you’ll soon be able to create charming portraits of a dog, cat, leopard, moose, giraffe, panda, goose, duck, rooster, lamb, rabbit, cow, camel, elephant, and 16 other creatures.Clear, step-by-step diagrams explain how to join circles, ovals, and other shapes to create a zoo full of easily recognizable figures. Some erasing may be necessary, so use a pencil — not a pen. Just follow the instructions and you’ll soon be drawing excellent likenesses of a smiling chimpanzee, a prickly porcupine, a bushy-tailed squirrel, and other familiar animals.
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  • How to Draw: Fantasy Creatures: Dragons, fairies, vampires and monsters in simple steps

    Paul Davies, Jim McCarthy

    Paperback (Search Press, Dec. 21, 2015)
    Learn how to draw vampires, fairies, dragons and monsters using this fun and easy step-by-step method. Starting with simple shapes, popular artists show how easy it is to develop circles, rectangles, squares and ovals into an exciting selection of fantastical. If you have never drawn before, this is definitely the book for you and there is a lot here to inspire more experienced artists too.
  • How to Draw Wizards, Dragons and Other Magical Creatures

    Barbara Soloff Levy

    Paperback (Dover Publications, March 16, 2004)
    How-to book shows youngsters and beginning artists of all ages a simple way to draw portraits of 30 amazing inhabitants from a magical world. Step-by-step illustrations incorporating circles, ovals, squares, rectangles, and other basic shapes show how to depict graceful mermaids, appealing dragons, gentle giants, and other fanciful creatures.Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 3/16/2004Pages: 32Reading Level: Age 6 and Up
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  • How to Draw Dogs

    Barbara Soloff Levy

    Paperback (Dover Publications, March 20, 2000)
    Step-by-step illustrations show how to use simple shapes to draw accurate, character-filled likenesses of 30 favorite breeds: hunting, working, sporting, hounds, terriers, and more. Artists of all ages can learn to draw a beagle, cocker spaniel, collie, Dalmatian, Old English sheepdog, golden retriever, 24 others. 120 black-and-white illustrations. Introduction. Captions.
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  • How to Draw Nickelodeon Avatar: The Last Airbender

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    Paperback (Walter Foster Publishing, Inc., March 15, 2007)
    Get ready to enter into the world of benders as you learn how to draw Aang, Katara, Momo, and the rest of the characters from Nickelodeon's hit show Avatar: The Last Airbender. This book teaches you with simple, step by step instructions, so grab a pencil and draw away!
  • Tony Tallarico's QUICK DRAW Animals

    Tony Tallarico Sr.

    Paperback (Dover Publications, July 19, 2011)
    In just three or four easy steps, kids can learn to draw a variety of animals, from a cute kitty to a ferocious lion. Simple lessons by an expert instructor show how to turn shapes and lines into a menagerie of more than 50 lively critters — a towering Brontosaurus, mischievous monkey, majestic American eagle, and many other creatures. Suitable for ages 8 to 12.
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  • How to Draw Dinosaurs

    Michelle Roberts

    Paperback (Dover Publications, April 7, 1995)
    Simple, easy-to-follow guide enables even young children to draw 28 dinosaurs in convincing detail: tyrannosaurus rex, dimetrodon, megalosaurus, triceratops, ankylosaurus, archaeopteryx, and other prehistoric creatures. Easy lessons show the basic shapes of the torso, head, and tail, and demonstrate how to add legs and other key features.
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  • How to Draw 101 Things That Go

    Lambert Nat

    Paperback (Imagine That, Aug. 1, 2020)
    Learn how to draw 101 different things that go! From the multi-million selling "How to Draw 101" series comes this action-packed activity book that contains step-by-step line drawings to help budding artists draw 101 different vehicles in various shapes, sizes, and positions. It's easy! Follow the simple step-by-step drawings and you will soon be amazing all your friends with your newfound artists' skills! From a racing car, a freight train, and construction trucks to a helicopter, a tractor, and rescue vehicles, there are 101 work machines and vehicles to learn to draw. Since each image is broken down into six simple steps, children will quickly gain in confidence when they see their finished results, and will soon be adapting their designs and drawing freehand pictures of their own. Ideal for junior artists age 5+.
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  • How to Draw: Dinosaurs

    Dandi Palmer

    Paperback (Search Press, Oct. 5, 2012)
    The step-by-step way to learn how to draw a fantastic collection of dinosaurs. There is no text - just simple shapes built up in clear stages little by little. This visual and practical approach will have you reaching for your drawing tools time and time again. Here you will find all kinds wonderful thunder beasts from browsing plant eaters like the Amargasaurus and Diplodocus, to fearsome flesh eaters like the Tyrannosaurus and Carnotaurus. Included are giant creatures, flying reptiles and weird and wonderful dinosaurs like the Stegosaurus and Triceratops and there many more. The two-colour line illustrations make the drawing process simple, highlighting every stage and final images show what colours the dinosaurs may have been. You do not have to know how to draw to use this book. Rather the projects will build up your skills and give you the confidence you need to create your own drawings. Experienced artists will find this book useful too. It is a great source of ideas and an inspiration for anyone wanting to draw these fascinating creatures.
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  • How To Draw Pokemon

    Tracey West

    Library Binding (Turtleback, June 1, 2003)
    Offers step-by-step secret tips on drawing popular PokTmon, including Pikachu, Togepi, Chikorita, Meowth, Pichu, Moundour, Lugia, Cyndaquil, and more. Turtleback binding is a highly durable alternative to a hardcover or paperback book. The comprehensive cover reinforcement process will drastically combat wear and tear, keeping your favorite books in great condition for years to come! Turtleback books are ideal for any reader, or for use in schools or libraries.
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  • How to Draw Tanks

    Mark Bergin

    Paperback (Book House, Feb. 1, 2014)
    This comprehensive drawing handbook covers all aspects of drawing tanks including essential concepts such as light, tone and composition. With its clear step-by-step labelled drawings, this is an essential book for any budding artist who would like to master the art of drawing a variety of military vehicles, including tanks and trucks.
  • Fashionable Fun How to Draw Dazzling & Dressy Fashions

    Barbara Lanza

    Paperback (Dover Publications, June 22, 2009)
    Totally glam. Sleek and elegant. These are the dressy clothes of your dreams, and you can learn how to illustrate them with this drawing guide and sketchpad set that's housed in a fun portfolio. Simple, step-by-step directions start with basic shapes and end up with designs for 14 pretty party outfits.Book Details:Format: PaperbackPublication Date: 6/22/2009Pages: 32Reading Level: Age 9 and Up
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