Phoenix Distribution Foolproof Sketching & Painting Techniques for Beginners

An inspiring guide to sketching and painting the world around you! Packed with practical tips and advice, this book shows you how to fill your sketchbook or watercolour pad with a variety of everyday items that catch your eye, such as: Kitchen items like cups, teapots and silverware Toys like Rubik's Cubes and model cars Tea sandwiches and roll cakes Colorful bottles and containers Household items like umbrellas, bottles and candles Clothing and acessories including shirts, hats and umbrellas And so much more! Author Tomoko Kuramae provides clear step-by-step instructions on the proportions and perspective of basic objects and clearly explains how to draw dozens of items based on cubes, cylinders and flat shapes from a variety of angles. She then shows you how to bring your finished sketches alive with the use of brilliant transparent watercolours.