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teach yourself drawing

goal
creative achievement
category
art & crafts

content
learn the basic techniques, step by step
put theory into practice
create your own masterpieces

paperback isbn: 0 340 85991 1
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Drawing is one of the most enjoyable and creative ways of expressing your thoughts and ideas about different subjects and it is a vital supporting technique for every type of painting and craft. Teach Yourself Drawing offers a comprehensive course for the beginner as well as a helpful source of reference for those with more experience. Teach Yourself Drawing includes:

- information on the different drawing materials and types of drawing
- instruction in the basic techniques, including drawing with line, point, tone and texture
- advice on using perspective, keeping a sketchbook and selecting ideas
- tips on tackling different subjects, with many supporting exercises, suggested projects, step-up-step examples and finished drawings.

Robin Capon, the author, is a freelance art journalist and author. He writes mainly for The Artist and Leisure Painter magazines and has written 15 books on art and craft subjects.

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