Develop your painting skills and rediscover the world around you with this innovative and beautifully illustrated book. In Drawing for the Artist, the renowned artist and teacher Sarah Simblet teaches you how to draw, combining practical lessons with examples from her own work as well as some of the greatest drawings in the world. She introduces all the main drawing materials and shows you how to master the basic elements of drawing through a series of step-by-step drawing lessons, covering subjects ranging from simple line drawing to creating form, building tone, and conveying perspective.

You will learn how to explore a wide variety of subjects, from still life, plants, and animals to portraits, the human body, landscapes, and buildings, all accompanied by outstanding drawings by famous artists. Sarah, author of many bestsellers like Anatomy for the Artist and Botany for the Artist, demonstrates how she works – from quick pencil sketches to ink studies – with expertise and lots of encouraging tips, complemented by plenty of examples from her own sketchbooks.

Drawing for the Artist is aimed at anyone who wants to draw, whether you are a beginner or want to refresh your existing skills. Whatever your level, it will inspire you to pick up a pencil and paper and start drawing.

Pages: 264, Dimensions: 24.2x24.2cm