Drawing and Painting Dinosaurs: Using Art and Science to Bring the Past to Life

People of all ages are fascinated by dinosaurs, and this book explores how paleoart is created by integrating scientific findings with artistic principles. It features over 250 illustrations and step-by-step projects that demonstrate the use of traditional and digital media, unique techniques, and sources of reference. It also provides insight into how paleoart can advance knowledge through scientific analysis and prediction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 25 October 2021
Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd

Dinosaurs continue to captivate people of all ages, and their enormous skeletons serve as a testament to their awe-inspiring presence. However, it is the artistic representations of these creatures in books, museum murals, and popular culture that truly ignite our childlike wonder. This book delves into the process of creating "paleoart," which combines scientific findings with artistic principles to produce accurate, expressive, and captivating artworks of dinosaurs and the world they inhabited.

Drawing and Painting Dinosaurs takes readers on a journey into the anatomy and ecology of various dinosaur species, including Deinonychus, Apatosaurus, and Tyrannosaurus rex. It showcases how to interpret paleontological research through the lens of an artistic depiction, providing examples along the way. With over 250 illustrations, the book features pencil drawings, gouache, oil paint, and digital media, showcasing the versatility and skill of paleoartists.

Step-by-step projects guide aspiring paleoartists through the process of building dinosaur anatomy from basic shapes, using both traditional and digital media. The book emphasizes the importance of unique techniques and sources of reference, allowing artists to create truly authentic and scientifically accurate representations of these ancient creatures. Furthermore, it explores how paleoart can be used as a means to advance knowledge through scientific analysis and prediction.

By delving into the anatomy, techniques, and historical significance of paleoart, this book serves as a valuable resource for aspiring paleoartists. It provides a comprehensive guide to creating life-like representations of dinosaurs and the world they inhabited, allowing readers to breathe new life into the past through the art form. Whether you are a seasoned artist or a newcomer to the world of paleoart, Drawing and Painting Dinosaurs is a must-read for anyone who seeks to explore the fascinating world of these ancient creatures.

Weight: 680g
Dimension: 221 x 278 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785009556