How-To Books

Painting isn't as hard as it looks. And it's fun. Whether you're a total beginner or have been painting for years, this indispensable guide cuts through the jargon and provides clear, practical advice and tips to help develop your skills. Techniques and...

Many people say they can't draw, but everyone can. Still Life Drawing reminds us that putting pen to paper is a simple pleasure, available to anyone. And when it comes to combining colors, playing with pattern and  exploring shapes, there are no...

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

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,'...

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...