Essential Techniques of Landscape Drawing: Master the Concepts and Methods for Observing and Rendering Nature

Essential Techniques of Landscape Drawing: Master the Concepts and Methods for Observing and Rendering Nature

<b><b>This beginner's guide to drawing in graphite pencil uses step-by-step exercises to teach fundamental methods for rendering all aspects of the natural landscape, with additional lessons on using charcoal, colored pencil, pastel, and other media.</b></b><br><br>Following in the footsteps of author, artist, and art instructor Suzanne Brooker's previous title <i>The Elements of Landscape Oil Painting</i>, this book pairs the most universally-pursued topic for artists (drawing) with the popular subject matter of the natural landscape. Brooker breaks down landscapes into their various elements--including the earth, water, air, and trees--to convey how the fundamentals of drawing are applied to capture each aspect. Using the graphite pencil as her baseline instrument, Brooker provides you with step-by-step lessons that help you improve your rendering skills and re-create the beauty of the world outdoors. Examples from art history and contemporary masters supplement these lessons. The end result is a drawing instruction book that provides artists with everything they need to render landscapes no matter their skill level.