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Books in Dover How to Draw series

  • How to Draw Birds

    John Green

    Paperback (Dover Publications, June 15, 1998)
    Easy-to-follow guide for beginning artists of all ages shows how to create likenesses of a strutting peacock, graceful swan, a duck afloat, plus a cardinal, penguin, toucan, owl, ostrich, and 22 other avian creatures. Simple diagrams reveal how to draw figures and also demonstrate the fundamentals of shape and dimension.
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  • How to Draw Farm Animals

    Barbara Soloff Levy

    Paperback (Dover Publications, Nov. 17, 2006)
    This easy-to-follow guide makes it a snap for aspiring artists of all ages to draw everyone's favorite barnyard buddies. If you've never been able to create a likeness of an animal, you'll welcome the book's effective step-by-step diagrams.Using circles, ovals, and other geometric shapes, the diagrams build appealing images of a turkey, duck, horse, cow, and 26 other farm animals. Not only will you learn to make realistic drawings, you'll be on the way to mastering the basics of shape development and the fundamentals of form and dimension as well!
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  • Magical Creatures and Mythical Beasts

    Mark Bergin

    Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Sept. 1, 2008)
    Provides step-by-step instructions on drawing creatures from mythology and folklore, including centaurs, dragons, and other imaginary beings.
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  • How to Draw Optical Illusions

    Mark Bergin

    Paperback (Book House, May 5, 2016)
    The How To Draw series takes a highly visual and practical approach to drawing, featuring step-by-step instructions. This comprehensive handbook covers all aspects of drawing mind-boggling optical illusions - such as the famous Penrose stairs popularised by M.C. Escher - you can use to amaze your friends.
  • Disney's How-To-Draw Bambi

    David Pacheco, Diana Wakeman

    Paperback (Walter Foster Pub, Jan. 1, 1995)
    Describes the animation of the film version of Bambi, and provides step-by-step instructions for drawing Bambi and the other animals in various poses
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  • Into the Blue: How to Draw

    Nicola Davies, Abbie Cameron

    Paperback (Graffeg, July 1, 2018)
    Children will learn how to create their own vivid illustrations through step-by-step instructions and discover a new appreciation for wildlife. Nicola's animal notes coupled with the eye for detail evident in Abbie's bright and characterful illustrations introduce young readers to the observation and appreciation of wild creatures, an essential skill as the world's species diminish. This book looks to cultivate that interest, as well as providing children with a playful and creative activity through which to express themselves.
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  • How to Draw Bugs

    Lisa Regan, Steve Roberts

    Paperback (Miles Kelly, Aug. 15, 2015)
    HOW TO DRAW BUGS helps kids aged 7+ learn how to draw creepy crawlies including a snail, a butterfly and a tarantula, with step-by-step drawing instructions and illustrations by artist Steve Roberts. Packed with step-by-step guides, each with 4 5 clear stages. Special panels provide inspiration and drawing tips. Children are shown basic techniques to master. How to Draw Bugs is full of fantastic guidance on different drawing techniques, as well as facts about bugs and their anatomy for kids to learn how to draw insects like an expert! From professional techniques, such as the use of color, to an introduction to different insect species, How to Draw Bugs is a fantastic kids' drawing book to inspire creativity. Inside How to Draw Bugs: 15 bugs and insects for kids to practice drawing Clear, easy step-by-step drawing instructions for kids to follow Important drawing techniques covered such as adding texture, capturing both 'still' and 'action' shots, and other expert tips on how to sketch Bugs picture gallery for extra inspiration and advice Bugs included are: Snail, ladybird, caterpillar, centipede, butterfly, crane fly, earwig, shield bug, dragonfly, scarab beetle, tarantula, ant, bluebottle, grasshopper and bee.
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  • How To Draw Incredible Aliens and Cool Space Stuff: Packed with Over 100 Space Drawing Ideas

    Fiona Gowen

    Paperback (B.E.S. Publishing, April 1, 2015)
    This small but informative drawing book will help young artists discover and expand on their creative drawing talent. Inside How to Draw Incredible Aliens and Cool Space Stuff, they'll find easy, step-by-step instructions for drawing their favorite outerspace scenery or out-of-this-world alien. Each title in the How to Draw series features more than 100 weird and wonderful drawing projects in a variety of categories. A handy index in the back of the book makes it easy to find favorites to practice again and again. (Ages 7+)
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  • How to Draw Harley-Davidson Motorcycles: A step-by-step guide to drawing the steel, rubber, leather, and chrome of America's hottest motorcycle

    Jickie Torres, Tom LaPadula

    Paperback (Walter Foster Publishing, July 1, 2010)
    There’s nothing in the world to match taking a thrilling ride on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle—except maybe learning to draw one of these steel, rubber, leather, and chrome beauties! From a power-packed 1954 Model KH and 2009 CVO Softail Springer to custom bikes for police officers and firefighters, Harley-Davidson enthusiasts and apsiring artists alike will enjoy the diverse range of featured motorcycle drawing subjects. Full-color images, professional art tips, and fun facts, as well as a brief history about this American icon will keep young artists revved up and ready to go for miles. Go ahead—enjoy the ride!
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  • How to Draw 101 Spooky Things

    Nat Lambert, Imagine That

    Paperback (Imagine That, June 1, 2013)
    The step-by-step instructions in this art activity book will guide young artists on how to draw 101 ghosts and ghouls and will help children age 5+ to develop their artistic skills. Simply copy a basic shape, look to the next box to see what has been added, then copy it to achieve amazing results. From vampires to haunted houses and all the zombies, skeletons, werewolves and witches’ cauldrons needed to fill it, there is something for everyone inside the creepy pages. Perfect for spooky Halloween fun! Ideal for travel, holidays or rainy days, the How to Draw 101 Spooky Things art activity book is part of a best-selling Top That Publishing range that has sold over 4 million copies worldwide.
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  • Usborne Book of Lots of Things to Draw

    Fiona Watt

    Hardcover (Usborne Publishing Ltd, )
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  • How to Draw Funny Monsters

    Barbara Soloff Levy

    Paperback (Dover Publications, Dec. 13, 2004)
    Simple, step-by-step diagrams make it easy to create a one-eyed centipede; a scowling, four-legged fright that's literally all head; and 28 other comical creatures. Barbara Levy's fun-filled, how-to guide is designed for youngsters but will equally delight aspiring cartoonists of all ages.
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