Synopses & Reviews
Working with a traditional view of drawing, this essential manual, for beginning and experienced artists alike, covers monochrome media such as pencil, graphite, charcoal, chalk, carbon pencil, and ink. Starting with the basics of drawing techniques, the topics include portraits, the nude and clothed figure, hands and feet, and scenery, as well as sections on anatomy, perspective, light, tone and shade, proportion, and composition. Detailed and technical advice and practical tips accompanied by perceptive drawings make this an invaluable resource for any artist. This comprehensive resource brings together the seven books from the successful Art of Drawing series in a smaller format.
Review
"Rather like a 'Greatest Hits' album, this is an amalgamation of seven previous books, each devoted to specific aspects of drawing technique." Artists & Illustrators
Review
"Giovanni Civardi's new publication presents a classically disciplined and traditional approach." Artist
Synopsis
This is an essential book for anyone learning to draw, or wishing to improve their drawing. Starting with the basics of drawing techniques, Civardi gives expert advice on drawing portraits, the clothed figure, hands and feet and scenery, finishing with a section on the importance of light and shade. Civardi's technical advice and practical tips, accompanied by his own outstanding drawings, make this an invaluable resource for any artist.
Synopsis
"Based on the following books in the Art of Drawing series by Giovanni Civardi published by Search Press: Drawing Techniques (2002), Drawing Portraits (2002), Drawing the Clothed Figure (2005), Drawing Hands & Feet (2005), Drawing Scenery (2002), Drawing Light & Shade (2006), The Nude (2007). ... Also based on Giovanni Civardi's Complete Guide to Drawing published by Search Press, 2006"--P. facing t.p.
About the Author
Giovanni Civardi is an artist, a teacher, and the author of numerous books including, "Drawing Hands, "Drawing Scenery, """Drawing the Clothed Figure ""and Feet," and "Drawing Techniques."