Books published by publisher Walter Foster Publishing, Inc.

The award-winning Pets provides all the information kids need to begin creating inspired drawings of all their favorite furry family members! Children will learn to develop each lifelike drawing from basic shapes to finished drawings, simply by following along with the clear illustrations. They’ll also discover fun facts about the featured animals. Awards: Dr. Toy Best Children's Vacation Products

Walter T. Foster pairs with acclaimed artist Mia Tavonatti to show you how to render an array of engaging cats and adorable kittens in pencil, with tips on adding touches with brush and ink. In Cats, youÆll find explanations for a number of basic drawing techniques and special effects as you learn methods for developing each of your drawings to its fullest. YouÆll learn how to draw your favorite felines step by step, and youÆll also discover a wealth of beautiful drawings of cats and kittens to both copy and admire! Filled with both information and inspiration, Cats makes a fabulous addition to any artistÆs drawing reference library.

In -How to Make Money as a Kid- Walter Rock shows you how to start bringing in extra money instantly, by giving you 50 great ideas to get you on your way.Before becoming a firefighter, Walter had several small jobs to earn money growing up. In his E-Book, he shares some of his most successful methods along with other methods that have been proven time and time again to bring in money in a simple way that any kid can handle. For more info, and free money making methods, check out Walter's website at www.RockTheCash.comNot only does he give you these great ideas, but he also encourages the right attitude. He encourages kids to work towards their goals without giving up, no matter how tough it gets.He states this in his book, "There is NOT a quick and easy method to get rich.(The Internet is notorious for this claim, don't pay for anything that seems too good to be true)"“The way to your financial goals is hard work, and a good head on your shoulders.”“Don't expect success right out of the gate.“Mistakes will be made, your job is to learn from them.”“Bringing in money of your own is very exciting, and I am going to give you the tools you need to get started.”Walter Rock is now sharing what he has learned, and he is giving you 50 great ideas to get started in bringing in some extra income!

When kids open this book, they’ll enter an imaginative world of painting, where they can learn step by step how to create fantastic works of art! Inside, kids will find a collection of cool projects, from a high-flying snowboarder to an adorable pup. They need only trace the patterns at the back of the book to get started. Then they’ll follow along with the easy-to-follow steps to learn exciting new painting techniques with watercolors, acrylics, and gouache. Full of colorful illustrations and simple instructions, this book makes learning to paint an ultra-enjoyable adventure!

With more than 25 easy-to-follow, step-by-step nail art tutorials, Pretty Hands & Sweet Feet will inspire aspiring nail artists to arrive in style--from their fingers to their toes!Featuring colorful, step-by-step nail art designs for both fingers and toes, Pretty Hands & Sweet Feet is the quintessential DIY resource for fashion-forward style mavens of all ages. From patterns, textures, and stamps to stickers, tape, and studs, young fashionistas will spend hours recreating stylish designs by their favorite online nail artists. Aspiring nail artists will learn about the many tools and materials used to create nail art, as well as how to use basic techniques to create desired patterns and styles. The remaining sections feature easy-to-follow, step-by-step nail art tutorials that are youthful, trendy, and approachable for beginning nail artists to achieve. Bonus design templates are included for new ideas and extra practice. No matter the occasion, Pretty Hands & Sweet Feet inspires nail artists to arrive in style--from their fingers to their toes!

"This book has everything you need to help you find your inner cartooning artist. Cartooning covers the basics of character constructionùfrom heads, hands and body parts to full-body figures. It also explores fascinating techniques such as aging your characters, putting them into action, or adding detailsùsuch as how to draw voice balloons or how to create realistic drapes and folds in clothing. And you will even learn about the materials that you need to get started, as well as tips and techniques that promote proficiency. If youÆve ever wanted to master cartooning, this ôhow toö book is the one for you: With this informative title and just a little practice, youÆll have everything you need to start producing professional-looking cartoons!"

How am I supposed to save the world when I'm not strong, not brave, not smart, and not particularly good at most things? I ran away from home the day after my thirteenth birthday when Auntie and her weird friend attacked me. Now I'm on the run with the Grim Reaper and a scary soldier. And I'm no longer on Earth. They were expecting me to be a Knight. The savior that's supposed to stop a war and prevent the invasion to Earth. But I'm not. They grabbed the wrong girl. I just don’t know how to tell them.

Let's Make Angry Birds Cakes catapults you into the world of baking - Angry Birds style! From party cakes and cupcakes to cake pops, pastry artists will be treated to 25 projects suitable for both beginning and experienced bakers.This book is a comprehensive how-to book about all of the most popular cake decorating techniques, including piped frosting, fondant, and hand modeled figures set on a backdrop of one of our favorite games! Let's Make Angry Birds Cakes takes artists through every stage of the cake-creation process to create fun characters for your cake decorations. Full of step-by-step photographs, comprehensive recipes and dozens of tips, hints, and techniques, you'll be a star baker in no time. Autumn Carpenter will help you create nine party cakes, eight cupcakes, seven cake pops, and a two-tier showstopper are sure to impress any Angry Birds fan and pasty aficionado.- Includes 25 awesome Angry Birds cake projects, including a two-tier showstopper cake- Features seasonal Angry Birds projects, including Halloween and Christmas cakes - Contains an index featuring modeling guides for all of the Birds, Bad Piggies, and props shown in the book - Includes tried and tested recipes, including baking tips and guides on how fill and cover, pipe buttercream, and create cake pops

Create your own cast of manga characters with this cutting-edge kit What is “manga”? It’s the Japanese word for comic, and manga-influenced art has captured the attention of many artists. This new mangakitincludes cutting-edge manga art, and the clear, step-by-step illustrations and instructions make it easy for anyone to draw manga! This kit allows aspiring artists to create their own unique illustrated worlds and comic books featuring their own personal adventures, all done in authentic manga style! Warning! This product is intended for use by ages 13 and older and is not intended for use by children.

Jack Keely invites you into his cartooning world as he shows you how to create a variety of entertaining cartoons. This how-to book goes beyond the basics of the 'toon trade. The author explores popular tools, explains his own cartooning techniques, and demonstrates his method of developing each character’s cute and cuddly or wild and wacky personality, step by step. Best of all, Cartooning 2 contains information about the wide array of career opportunities in the world of cartooning. With so many unique cartoons to inspire you, this helpful guidebook is sure to become a welcome addition to any cartooning enthusiast's library!