How To Draw Dragons And Other Mythical Creatures

Presents step-by-step instructions for drawing familiar and obscure creatures and includes coverage of such techniques as shading and creating textures for scales, feathers, and hair.

How-to book shows youngsters and beginning artists of all ages a simple way to draw 30 supernatural characters. Simple geometric forms in step-by-step illustrations depict mermaids, dragons, giants, other fanciful creatures.

Drawing Dragons - How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the Beginner INTRODUCTION PART I | DRAGONS: GENERAL FACTS AND FICTION DRAGONS IN EUROPEAN MYTHOLOGY DRAGONS IN ASIAN CULTURE DRAGONS IN MYSTICISM AND RELIGION THE DRAGON REALM ALIENS AND DRAGONS REBIRTH OF DRAGONS IN MODERN ART AND MEDIA PUFF THE FRIENDLY DRAGON ANCIENT SCROLLS AND TATTOO ART PART II | HOW TO DRAW DRAGONS DRAWING TOOLS THE DRAWING PROCESS SETTING A CREATIVE INTENTION PARTS OF THE DRAGON EASTERN DRAGON Lines, Shapes and Gesture Drawing Form Construction - contour Detailing WESTERN DRAGONS 29 Lines, Shapes and Gesture Drawing Form Construction - contour Detailing RENDERING BASIC RENDERING EXERCISES DRAGON RENDERING GLOSSARY THE AUTHOR Introduction Fantasy has been in existence since time immemorial. From myths that tell of the earth's creation, to folk and old wives' tales that explain life and its mysteries, to bedtime stories that fill the dreams and imaginations of children... they have enthralled audiences of all ages from every era. One of the most treasured of these fantasy creatures are the dragons. While there is not a trace proving their existence, there is a minefield of precious artifacts that reveal humanity's fascination with them. Where did they originate? How long had they been around? What caused their disappearance? Maybe the answers will remain a mystery, but an exploration into the world, where fire-breathing creatures come alive, would always be a worthwhile endeavor. The first of the How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the Absolute Beginner series, Dragons is divided into two parts. Part Oneexplores the presence of dragons in Art and Pop Culture. Part Two equips novices with the necessary drawing processes and techniques. Using the most basic of tools, you will be provided with straightforward instructions that aim to bolster your creative skills. Included in the drawing process is a discussion on rendering techniques and exercises. Rudimentary to the beginning artist, the discussion is succinct, direct, yet thorough. Moreover, a glossary has been included to aid the absolute beginner. This will keep one from getting caught in the trap of confounding words frequently used not only in this book, but also in the drawing community. May every reader enjoy this delightful guide into the mythical!

Offering beginners all the guidance they will need to create their own fantasy worlds, inhabited by a vast range of weird and wonderful beings, this book gives advice on the tools and materials necessary as well as the basic techniques.

A step-by-step guide for people who love dragons, unicorns, griphons, and other creatures of legend. Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, The Shape of Water, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, even My Little Pony are just a few examples of the mythological, fantastical, and supernatural stories currently in popular culture. Artists old and young enjoy drawing beasts and characters from their favorite fantasy stories. How to Draw Magical Mythological Creatures continues a rich tradition of mythology and art. In this step-by-step guide to drawing all manner of creatures--from the Hydra and the Phoenix to Cerberus and basilisks--in pencil and pen-and-ink, J. C. Amberlyn combines her love of fantasy and mythological storytelling with her beautiful, detailed drawing style and love of all non-human creatures. Amberlyn covers all the basics of drawing so that even beginners will feel confident and successful. Included is introductory information on art technique and material basics and detailed, step-by-step instruction on anatomy, features, and finishing details.

The beasts that inhabit the realms of ancient myth and folklore are among the most compelling creatures of imagination. This is a modern collection of animal lore in the tradition of natural histories, including beasts from all over the world.