PRACTICAL ART

Water-soluble coloured pencils and water-soluble graphite are excellent mediums for both the beginner and the experienced artist. They are user-friendly, clean, relatively inexpensive and easy to use. The coloured pencil...

The methods of merging soft luminous washing with the sharp, crisp definite markings penwork, are made e asy with this book. Each stage of the painting process is il lustrated...

Water-soluble (Aquarelle) pencils and pastels, when used with inventive and imaginative techniques, can produce a wide range of textures, patterns and effects. They are a versatile media, which can be...

Are you bored of painting tasteful landscapes, light seascapes and delicate still-lifes? Or are you labouring under the misconception that that is simply all watercolour is good for? Maybe you're...

A comprehensive directory of sketching and drawing techniques for able and aspiring artists, 5-Minute Sketching: People will help you to dust off your sketchbook and loosen up your creativity in...

Giovanni Civardi has built a formidable reputation worldwide for his skills as both an artist and a teacher, and here he provides a unique introduction to the art of drawing...

Drawing and Painting Buildings introduces the reader to the many diverse aspects of drawing and painting buildings - a subject that has fascinated artists for years and has inspired many...

This is a practical and inspiring guide for all acrylics enthusiasts, from the beginner to the experienced artist. There is helpful general advice on which materials to choose, and then...

Adopt a spontaneous, bold, and fearless approach to painting as a process of discovery-one that results in lush and colorful finished works that will beg to be displayed. This inspiring...

Easily portable and versatile, pastels are a popular medium both for beginners and practising artists. This book contains a structured course in pastel art covering materials and equipment, basic techniques...

Painting is about responding to the world around you, engaging with light and form, feeling the moment as well as placing lines of colour on a canvas; it can be...

In The Art of Doodle Words, YouTube artist Sarah Alberto shows you how to combine hand lettering and carefree doodles into your own artwork. If you love the look of...

From finding inspiration to capturing diaphanous detail, a step-by-step guide to fairy-painting techniques.Drawing and painting fairies is a delightful and eternally popular art form that poses its own unique challenges:...

Contains more than 60 images to colour in.

Work your way through this adult colouring book to understand the work of the great architect Antoni Gaudi, the environs of Barcelona, the style of Catalan Modernism, and to meet...

Drawing on the success of her breakout book Conscious Creativity, artist Philippa Stanton dares you to throw away technique and open the door to free creative movement with this hands-on...

Giovanni Civardi shares his great expertise in drawing light and shade, beginning with the basics of drawing simple 3D shapes. There are sections on shadows and cast shadows, simplifying tone,...

Loaded with quick, simple and effective techniques for tackling any subject in watercolour pencils, from still life and landscapes to animals and people. Written in a clear and approachable style,...

This comprehensive, 64-page book offers in-depth instruction on creating vibrant paintings with the often overlooked but versatile medium, oil pastel. A relatively new fine-art medium, oil pastel is inexpensive and...

This guide aims to show complete beginners how to paint a watercolour landscape in just one weekend, allowing them to build skills gradually and produce an attractive, frameable painting in...

This popular book provides all the information you need to get started in watercolour painting. Full of clear, simple advice and more than 70 step-by-step demonstrations, Watercolour for the Absolute...

Over 100 magical designs to decorate featuring characters from classic Disney films

Create your very own collection of artistic masterpieces by delving into an enchanting realm where romance and fantasy collideStep into the world of romantasy and bring this stunning collection of...

Award-winning manga artist Sonia Leong, with the help of other acclaimed manga creators and educators, gives you all the tips, tricks and tools you will need to get your ideas...

All watercolour landscape artists need to know how to paint water, and in this book Terry Harrison excels in demystifying the painting process. Here he shares his expert advice and...

A new pocket-book edition of the bestselling watercolour tip book by renowned artist Charles Evans.Discover 100 top tips for painting in watercolour that will take the mystery out of painting,...

Kickstart your creativity and create a masterpiece with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artists.Whether you want to try your hand at drawing for the first time or fine-tune your...

This series brings the world of manga to life. The pages are packed with everything the budding artist needs to learn in order to create really amazing illustrations in the...

Colourists, puzzle fans, and challenge seekers will love this creative colour-by-number book.Colour in the shapes to reveal the picture hiding inside! Colourists, puzzle fans, and challenge seekers will love this...

Readers are shown how to master all the practical aspects of watercolour painting - including laying different types of washes and using brushes and other painting equipment to best effect....

This structured course in landscape painting encourages amateur artists to paint pictures right from the start, rather than brush strokes or laying a wash. The book is divided into three...