Central Skagit Library District

Barrington Barber presents a range of stimulating projects, from simple still life objects and full-blown landscape compositions to individual portraits. His teaching method ensures that necessary lessons in technique are learnt and employed effortlessly while completing drawings that any aspiring artist would be proud of. • Lessons and exercises describe the basic skills, from giving the appearance of three-dimensionality to using tone • Areas...

Anyone who desires to learn to draw well can do so with a little persistence - this is the starting point for The Complete Guide to Drawing, a practical and comprehensive course for students of all abilities. Whether you want to draw a still life, landscapes, figures, or portraits, Barrington Barber brings his invaluable expertise as a working artist and teacher to the task of showing you how. • Includes advice on materials, equipment, and techniques •...

Perspective is key to making your artworks look convincing and three-dimensional, yet it can be a daunting prospect for artists. This handy guide sets out the rules of perspective clearly and simply, using demonstrations and step-by-step exercises. You will learn how the same perspective rules underpin compositions of all types, from panoramic landscapes to urban scenes, interiors, simple objects and human figures.

The bold form of the human figure has inspired artists for centuries, providing endless variety and interest. In this inspirational workbook, author and artist Barrington Barber provides an accessible introduction to life drawing. Learn to: • Portray figures in movement • Create believable dimension • Correctly gauge figure proportions and foreshorten limbs • Get the most out of a life drawing class • And more! Examples from master...

Packed with how-tos of more than 70 popular tangles, this handy reference book is the perfect guide for aspiring tanglers. Each easy-to-follow step-out is complemented by beautiful and original Zentangle Inspired Artworks showing how your tangles can be combined. A wealth of visual treats provides endless inspiration and stimulation for both aficionados and beginners alike.

Pocket Art: Figure Drawing is a look-and-learn graphic guide to figure drawing by Miss Led (a.k.a. Joanna Henly), leading fashion and portrait artist.

Whether you are a budding artist or a professional wishing to develop your skills, This Ultimate Drawing Book is the perfect companion for you. Learn to draw everything from the texture of a silken cloth to a body in dynamic movement with this easy-to-follow guide. Barrington Barber is a working artist and best-selling author of many practical art titles, providing clear and practical guidance as well as helping you develop your own artistic style....

Presents step-by-step instructions for drawing basic cars and different models, such as the Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Volkswagen.

An accessible guidebook designed to teach and inspire, Art Starts with a Line offers everything you need to master the art of line drawing, whether the goal is to draw for fun or to illustrate an original masterpiece! Line drawing involves using a combination of fine lines and bold strokes to create artwork of any kind-from basic folk art to more sophisticated illustrations. This form of art requires minimal tools, making it both affordable and...