Great Animal Drawings And Prints

From Rembrandt's monumental elephant and Toulouse-Lautrec's prancing circus steed to Rubens' masterly brush-and-ink study of a lion, this unique collection portrays all manner of creatures from the animal kingdom. More than 100 royalty-free illustrations — 17 in color — include magnificent works by: Hieronymus Bosch, Albrecht Dürer, Anthony van Dyck, Francisco Goya, Leonardo da Vinci, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, Diego Velazquez, Fra Bartolommeo, Katsushika Hokusai, John James Audubon, Edgar Degas, Pablo Picasso, and many other masters. A superb archive of carefully selected works by celebrated artists, from Renaissance luminaries to twentieth-century masters, this rich pictorial legacy will be prized by animal lovers as much as it will be treasured by devotees of fine art.

Introducing the first collection of art books with detachable prints to decorate your walls. Everything you need to create your own private gallery at home! A veritable cabinet of curiosities from the natural world includes beautiful and remarkable animal drawings, from flamingos and parrots to giraffes and crabs. Each book contains a curated selection of twenty-one high-quality reproductions that can be easily removed from the book, framed in a standard-size frame, and displayed in the home. Step-by-step tips for grouping the works to create a harmonious gallery add an interior designer's touch to the ensemble. Graphic, colorful, or abstract; paintings, engravings, or drawings--each work of art is explained on the back of the print. Interesting details about the style of painting, the particular work of art, and biographical information about the artist are accompanied by a "frameable fact" that helps you understand the context of that particular work in the history of art. In addition, suggestions for where you can go to see additional examples of the artists' works allow the reader to expand his or her experience and learning. Artists include John James Audubon, Charles-Alexandre Lesueur, Nicolas Huet, and Georges Cuvier.

Large-scale wall charts were fundamental tools of classroom instruction throughout Europe in the mid-nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Collected here for the first time in one deluxe volume are over 100 of these vintage educational posters now important relics in the history of science, art, and design. From the anatomy of a tulip or an apple tree to that of a hedgehog or starfish, the botanical and zoological images in this collection are captivating with their curious visuals and intricate details. With a compelling introduction about the history of educational charts and their production, The Art of Instruction provides a glimpse into a rich, significant heritage and will enlighten those with an interest in art, design, science, or natural history.

Comprehensive and entertaining, this volume comprises the greatest works in animal illustration from the Middle Ages through the twentieth century. The chronological presentation of hundreds of black-and-white and color images begins with a medieval illuminated manuscript by the Limbourg brothers and the Renaissance works of Albrecht Dürer and other artists from the first centuries of printing. Subsequent illustrations include the seventeenth-century real and imaginary animals of Matthäus Merian and the unique eighteenth-century compilations of Albertus Seba. Nineteenth-century images are drawn from sources as diverse as J. G. Heck's Bilder Atlas; the prints of Georges Baron Cuvier; William Jardine's 40-volume Naturalist's Library; bird illustrations by John James Audubon, Alexander Wilson, Edward Lear, and many others; extraordinary butterfly and insect images by E. A. Seguy, as well as animal illustrations from Victorian chromolithograph die cuts. The exquisite Edwardian bestiary of the Detmold brothers brings the collection into the twentieth century, and ends with the imagery of contemporary dinosaur artist James Gurney. Detailed bibliographical information concerning every source—including biographical details of each artist—makes this collection a vital reference tool as well as a splendid resource of outstanding animal illustrations. Students of graphic art and illustration, as well as graphic designers and advertising professionals, will prize this treasury of material from many rare historic sources.

REG $29.99This incredible how to draw book by best-selling artist Broderick S Johnson is the perfect way to learn how to draw your favorite animals. Each page contains an easy 4 step process so that anyone can easily learn how to draw. Large 8.5"x11" Large prints 8.5"x11" and includes 100 How To Animal drawings and Bonus advanced drawings. Blank Page Included With Each Picture A Blank page is included with each picture so you can practice drawing without having to use a separate drawing pad. This book contains over 200 pages. One Image Per Page Each image is printed on 1 page to prevent bleed-through. Includes FREE Digital Version As a special bonus, you can download a PDF and print your favorite images as many times as you want. Makes the Perfect Gift Surprise that special someone in your life and make them smile. Buy two copies and enjoy coloring together. “b>Intro to Drawing Drawing is a fun activity for both the young and the old. It has many benefits and it is a great way to pass the time. To some, drawing can even be a great source of income aside from just being a simple hobby. Drawing is not just for people with talent. It is for everyone. If you are not confident with your drawing skills then don't worry for there are now tutorials to help you with this problem. Remember that there is no right or wrong when it comes to art so just do it. Benefits of Drawing - There are many benefits to drawing. Here are just some of them: 1. Enhances Creativity & Improves Focus - Putting your ideas on paper is not as easy as it seems. It actually requires a great deal of creativity from a person to be able to do so. If you are already a born artist then it is just a matter of honing your skills and talents further to become more creative. For others, it might take more training and more thinking out of the box to do so. Drawing helps your mind pay more attention to different details which improves your focus and concentration. 2. Enhances Memory & Analytical Thinking - Drawing hones your mind's sharpness as it allows thinking and imagination to work in parallel. The unique combination of both mental activity and creativity helps you have fun while it continues to satisfy the artist in you. Sure there is no math involved in drawing however, there is always a science to it, a step by step process, a plan on what you should do first and do last. Drawing aids you in understanding problems from different perspectives. It also helps you analyze how you can do something in less time and effort while having fun. 3. Relieves Stress, Anxiety & Depression - Drawing is a great stress reliever. You can effectively achieve this by venting out all your thoughts and emotions through your drawings. Not only will you feel relaxed by the end of the process, you will also feel like you have removed the negativity from your system even if it is for a short time only. How to Draw? Following a step by step process helps you improve your drawing skills. Start by using a simple construction of what you want to draw by using basic lines and shapes. You can just add more details along the way in order to be able to create a better end product. Be sure to make your construction as light as possible as these basic shapes and lines will be erased at the end of the drawing process. Don't worry about making mistakes. After all, drawing is also about having fun. So go ahead and try these simple step by step tutorials. Buy Now, Start Drawing, and Relax... Scroll to the top of the page and click the buy button. Good luck!

Featuring an array of adorable pets and majestic wildlife, this exceptional 144-page book offers simple, step-by-step instructions for creating dozens of incredibly lifelike animal drawings. Inside, five talented artists reveal their professional secrets for drawing all the features that are unique to our furry and feathered friends—from wet noses and expressive eyes to thick fur and delicate whiskers. The book opens with essential information about drawing tools and materials, followed by instruction on how to approach and render a subject––such as transferring a photo reference, building up forms with basic shapes, creating perspective, and pencil techniques such as shading and blending. Then the authors demonstrate their unique approaches to drawing through an array of inspiring projects, guiding you from initial sketches through the detailed shading process to the finishing touches. As you progress from project to project, you will find a range of helpful topics, such as portraying accurate proportions, creating dynamic compositions, and using colored pencils. Each section features a different artist, with the themes: Baby animals in graphite pencil, including a bunny, foal, bear cub, and lamb Dogs and cats in graphite pencil, including a husky, Dalmation, Maine Coon cat, and Ocicat Horses and ponies in graphite pencil, including a an Arabian, Appaloosa, and Dappled pony Wild animals in graphite pencil, including an elephant, owl, tiger cub, and koala Animals in colored pencil, including a rooster, leopard, box turtle, and cow Packed with convincing illustrations and expert instruction, The Art of Drawing Animals is a comprehensive and indispensable resource for all artists smitten with the animal kingdom.

The animals of the jungle are disgruntled - they're tired of the same old body parts. Lion, who just wants to get back to his nap, decides to set up a swap shop to sort out their grumblings. But when the animals realise how hard it is to live without their proper parts they decide that things should go back to normal.

Brand-new, updated edition of the bestselling book, Drawing Masterclass: Animals by popular artist, Lucy Swinburne. Whether you want to capture a beloved pet cat or a magnificent wolf on paper, this book provides a complete course in how to draw them. All the essential drawing techniques and materials you need are explained clearly and simply by Lucy, and two brand new sections show you how to sketch the key features of a wide variety of animals such as eyes, ears and fur, and how to capture movement. The 20 step-by-step exercises inside draw on a diverse range of subjects from various continents, including meerkats, lizards and horses. This inspiring book is a must-have for any artist seeking to capture the spirit and character of animals in their drawings.