How-To Books

Inspired by modern masters, Use This if You Want to Be Great at Drawing is a playful introduction to contemporary drawing styles, techniques, and ideas. This sketchbook features thought-provoking prompts and eye-popping illustrations to sharpen your...

One of our customer favorites, Drawn from Life is finally back in print! This ideally shaped and sized book offers bite-size lessons that will help anyone master the classic practice of life drawing. Over 100 pieces of art by contemporary artists...

Anyone can draw. Award-winning artist Bruce Waldman has spent the last 30 years teaching people at all levels simple methods for drawing nearly anything imaginable, adapting and simplifying techniques favored by artists since the Renaissance. Now his...

Following a brief introduction to the joys of simplistic drawing and  painting, this aesthetically pleasing book familiarizes you with a range  of drawing tools and materials, including graphite pencil, pen and ink, colored pencil, and gouache,...

In the later part of his life, wheelchair-bound and unable to fully take  care of himself, Henri Matisse began to experiment with collage and  paper cutouts as a way of continuing to make art. Sometimes  representational and sometimes...

The ideal gift for your animal-loving, budding artist! Learn to draw animals in a realistic style with this easy, how-to book by eeboo. Ages 5 and up Author: Kevin Hawkes Paperback 32 Pages 8.25" x 11.25" eeboo is a WOMAN-OWNED business

In a series of simple but beautifully illustrated steps, and with a focus on drawing the human form, our expert author describes and  demonstrates all the essentials and more. You will discover how to plan  your studies and plot your equipment;...

Encourage artful living through everyday activities. Art making is a wonderful way for young children to tap into their imagination, deepen their creativity, and explore new materials, all while strengthening their fine motor skills and developing...

An artist's unique voice is their calling card. It's what makes each of their works vital and particular. But developing such singular artistry requires effort and persistence.  Featuring advice from Congdon herself and interviews with a roster of...

Renowned designer and professional hell-raiser James Victore wants to drag you off your couch and throw you headfirst into a life of bold creativity. He'll guide you through all the twists, trials, and triumphs  of starting your creative career,...

By Keri Smith Finally a book you must wreck. Draw in it, cut it up, wear it, rub dirt in it, drop it, wear it... These are just a few of the suggestions in this incredibly popular book, now in a special color edition. Start by cracking the spine, then...

This is the perfect book for anyone who likes to keep a diary or journal. Start your journey into the world of personal documentation. Broken into three sections: 'Learning to See,' 'Observing, Collecting, Drawing!.' and 'Crafting Your Visual Language,'...

Do you find yourself wanting to make art every day, but too busy to make it happen? If yes, then this is the book for you. This weekly planner will help motivate and get you into the habit of creating daily, with fifty-two weeks of tutorials and...

365 days of creativity and exercises to help you look at the world differently and open up your imagination to what could be. Filled with creative goals and colorful daily exercises that you can complete right in the book. Learn new techniques and be...

By Selwyn Leamy Learn to draw figures and faces with this clear and easy to follow guide, the latest in the bestselling "Read This" series. Revealing the techniques and ideas behind inspirational works, the book will set you on the path to making your...

Selwyn Leamy Who doesn't want to be great at drawing? Now you can be. This book demystifies the art and practice of drawing. Through fifty drawings by great masters past and present, the techniques and ideas behind their master sketches will put you on...

Color is one of the most profound ways we have to express our personalities. Know someone who wants to take their color game to a new level? Then this watercolor workbook is the perfect gift! Useful for the beginner, or for the seasoned artist who wants...

By Kevin Hawkes A friendly introduction to sketching people, including their expressions and actions! This book contains tips & tricks to help your child create representational drawings of people.  Ages 5 and up Author: Kevin Hawkes ...