The Fundamentals Of Drawing Horses

This beautifully illustrated, user-friendly manual shows you how to draw various breeds of horses through the observation of anatomy, form and proportion. Whether you are a complete novice or whether you want to take your horse portraits to the next level, The Fundamentals of Drawing Horses will provide a firm grounding from which you can gain the confidence to develop your own style.

This captivating book outlines the fundamentals of drawing horses. Basic rules for sketching are introduced, then specific examples are given.

Learn to create detailed, realistic horses in graphite pencil from basic shapes. Drawing: Horses shows you how to render a variety of beautiful horses in graphite pencil, with tips on choosing materials, building with basic shapes, and shading to develop form and realism. With a wealth of detailed step-by-step projects to both re-create and admire, Walter Foster, with assistance from Michele Maltseff, teaches artists how to develop a graphite pencil drawing to its fullest. With this step-by-step book, Walter Foster renders a variety of horse breeds in pencil and provides tips on adding touches with charcoal, crayon, and brush and ink. He explains not only a number of drawing techniques and special effects but also his own method of developing a drawing. You will learn about various horse breeds—including quarter horse, Clydesdale, Arabian, and Shetland pony—and their proportions, starting with their heads and then progressing to full bodies. And in addition to helpful drawing instruction, Drawing: Horses also contains a wealth of beautiful equine drawings you can both copy and admire! It's a fabulous addition to any artist's drawing reference library. Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist. Drawing: Horses allows artists to develop their drawing skills, demonstrating how to start with basic shapes and use pencil and shading techniques to create varied textures, values, and details for a realistic, completed drawing.

These instructional drawing books have a highly visual and practical approach. With the aid of step-by-step drawings, the authors - all professional artists or teachers - explain clearly and concisely how to use pencil, pen and ink, Conté and charcoal. The series covers a comprehensive range of popular subjects and each title contains sections on materials, composition, perspective and different drawing techinques - both traditional and innovative.

Learn how to draw a collection of beloved horses and pets! Ideal for children who love to doodle, this introductory drawing guide makes the art of drawing easy. Clear, easy-to-follow instructions use basic shapes and colors to teach children how to draw step by step. In this book, young readers will learn simple ways to draw and color their favorite horse breeds and other beloved pets. Each project features fun, fascinating facts, as well as simple drawing tips to help kids build confidence. With All About Drawing: Horses and Pets, aspiring artists will be drawing their own masterpieces in no time!

Children everywhere will love learning to draw the selection of breeds featured in Learn to Draw Horses & Ponies. After a brief introduction to the tools and materials needed to get started, aspiring artists will embark on an artistic journey, starting with some simple drawing exercises to warm up. Young artists-in-training will then learn to draw a variety of loveable equines, including an American Quarter Horse, Appaloosa, Thoroughbred, and Pinto, among others. Detailed step-by-step instructions start with a basic shape, such as a square, a circle, or an oval, and progress to a finished colored piece of artwork, making it easy for children to follow along. Along the way, engaging text provides fun and interesting facts about each breed, allowing for an educational, well-rounded drawing experience. Learn to Draw Horses & Ponies is the perfect way for children to discover more about horses, as well as express their artistic side.

This is a wonderful introduction to drawing horses and it really demystifies the process of building up the images from initial simple shapes right through to the finished animals. Eva Dutton breaks down the stages into easy steps using a two colour process that clearly shows every line and curve. Even absolute beginners will find themselves creating great drawings when they use this book. An invaluable guide for anyone interested in this subject.