Drawing For Dummies 2e - Tapa blanda

Holding fast to the simple philosophy that only you can teach yourself to draw, Drawing For Dummies gives you the tools you need to explore the basics and move on to more advanced techniques. It's never too late to unleash the artist within . . . so grab a pad and pencil and let this friendly, hands-on guide put you on the road to self-expression.

• Drawing 101 — find out everything you need to know to start drawing, from the supplies you'll need to ideas for findinginspiration

• Sharpen your pencil (and your skills) — learn to create dimension on a flat piece of paper, add shading to render light and shadow, add depth, and much more

• Let's get digital — discover the world of digital drawing and get guidance on the tools and software used to create sketches and layers with your personal computer

• Bring your drawing to life — start experimenting with subject matter to draw still lifes, nature, people, and animals

Open the book and find:

• The supplies and techniques you need to create different types of drawings

• Ideas and strategies for tackling drawing projects

• Free downloadable digitaldrawing tools

• How to balance shapes

• Tips for creating line drawings

• Helpful instruction for creating 3D drawings

• Textures and patterns that can enhance your drawing

• How to add perspective

Learn to:

• Draw animals, people, still life, and more

• Master shading, blending, composition,and perspective

• Create your drawings from simplegeometric shapes to finished artwork