Die Grosse Zeichenschule

Internationally acclaimed artist and instructor Stan Smith's drawing techniques are so easy to learn, you'll soon be applying the principles of composition, perspective, light, and shading in still-lifes, architecture, landscapes, animals, portraits, and figure drawings. A section on tools and materials discusses the selection and use of equipment like easels, supports, drawing and painting tools, and sketchbooks. The following section shows beginners how to develop a trained eye and how to incorporate basic principles into their work right from the start. The remainder of the book includes a variety of interesting step-by-step projects filled with dozens of skill-building exercises for pencil, ink, and charcoal designed to bring out the hidden talent in each student, whether beginner, intermediate, or advanced. Color and black-and-white photos and illustrations. 9 3/4" x 11 3/4".