Drawing the Natural World

Drawing the Natural World is a practical and comprehensive guide for artists of all abilities to celebrate the beauty of the flora and fauna that make up our planet. It is divided into the fundamental concepts of art and covers the anatomy of animals, composition, and the basics of drawing. Each project includes a step-by-step sequence, helpful tips, and background information about the featured animals and plants. The book is accessible and inspiring, and will help to understand the critical roles that animals and plants play in life.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2023
Publisher: GMC Publications

Drawing the Natural World is a comprehensive and practical guide for artists of all abilities, aimed at celebrating the beauty of the flora and fauna that make up our planet. The book is divided into fundamental art concepts such as color and tone, pattern, texture, line, shape, form, and space, to introduce essential techniques and demonstrate their application in drawing the natural world. Further chapters cover the anatomy of animals to ensure accurate posture and gait, as well as the fundamentals of composition. An introduction to the different materials and equipment used in drawing is also provided, along with a guide to the basics of drawing.

Each project in the book includes a fully illustrated step-by-step sequence, along with helpful tips and advice. Additionally, background information about the featured animals and plants is provided to broaden the readers' awareness and connection with the natural world. This comprehensive guide is suitable for artists of all abilities, whether they have been drawing for years or are just starting.

Accessible and inspiring, the book will ignite a sense of wonder at the natural world and help to understand the critical roles that animals and plants play in life. Packed with beautiful and inspirational drawings, it aligns with the national curriculum and features easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials and a host of tips and techniques that will quickly improve the readers' observational and drawing skills. Subjects are studied from a wide variety of angles and postures, as well as in movement, making it appealing to artists of all ages and abilities.

Crammed with information, the book blends natural history, art, and observation, providing a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for artists looking to capture the beauty of the natural world on paper.

Dimension: 275 x 215 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781784946388