Amazing Animals In Art

Artist Tim Pond's lively and engaging book fuses science with art, providing the reader with the skills, techniques and knowledge they need to create sketches of animals filled with life and movement.There are some very good books written on life drawing, yet when it comes to drawing wildlife, illustrators and artists often revert to working solely from photographs, which can leave the artwork looking lifeless and flat. In this inspirational book, artist Tim Pond shows you how to observe and draw animals in zoos, farms, wildlife parks and aquariums, teaching you some fascinating facts about the animals along the way and ultimately bringing you closer to nature. One of the challenges with sketching wildlife is that animals are constantly moving. However by having some basic understanding of the biology of an animal, such as knowing that a duck has a cheek or that a cheetah can't retract its claws, can influence how you might sketch them, and results in a lively drawing that captures the form, movement and ultimately the spirit of the animal in question. Combining scientific knowledge with expert practical guidance is key to creating successful drawings of animals, and Tim's ability to convey this in a way that is both accessible and engaging makes this a unique and inspiring guide suitable for artists of all levels. Tim's book takes you on a journey of discovery that will enable you to develop the skills, techniques and knowledge you need to sketch a broad range of wildlife, encompassing mammals, reptiles, birds, fish and insects. It includes quick, gestural sketches as well as linear and tonal studies, in a variety of media - pencil, pen and ink, and watercolour. There are numerous studies comprising how to represent the different patterns of animals' coats, how to capture the plumage of an exotic bird in watercolour, and how to sketch a hippo's hooves, as well as guidance on tools, materials and basic techniques. The result is a treasure chest of fascinating facts, studies, sketches and annotated drawings that will not fail to ignite your enthusiasm for drawing animals from life.

"The Weatherly Guide to Drawing Animals focuses on learning how to draw animals using solid drawing principles."--Publisher.

Discover the incredible diversity of the natural world through Peter David Scott’s stunning illustrations of animals in their native habitats. Peter David Scott’s richly detailed and colorful artwork brings the beauty of the natural world into your hands in this collection of amazing animals from around the world. From the western gorilla of the African rain forests to the colossal squid that resides deep beneath the sea, animals from every habitat are featured on these pages. A field guide—complete with pencil sketches of each animal—presents the reader with more facts about these creatures.

A collection of sketches by Artist Robert A. Powell of animals you might encounter during an adventure at the Zoo. A reference book and enhancing art tool. When you sit down with this coloring book, you can refresh your experience with animals and gain a new understanding of each one. This is an opportunity to capture them as a lasting art piece or to simply expand the fantasy of your own mind. This book includes a variety of subjects that should spark the artistic interest of nearly any age. There is a brief description about each animal depicted. This volume will become a treasured portfolio of your adventure with the animals.

Featuring the delightful and informative illustrations of artist Oana Befort and the inspiring expertise of conservation educator Maggie Reinbold, Drawing Wild Animals guides artists at all skill levels as they learn to draw—and learn about—a diverse array of mammals, amphibians, and reptiles from around the world. To feed your curiosity, you’ll learn the characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of animals from categories like predators, burrowers, grazers, marsupials, frogs and toads, and lizards and snakes. To nurture the artist, you'll get more than 25 step-by-step instructions that show how to develop each animal from simple shapes into richly detailed drawings. Armed with a deeper understanding of animals, you’ll be better able to capture their stunning beauty and enchanting attributes in your artwork. Some of the intriguing animals you'll encounter: Bengal tiger Yellow mongoose African bush elephant European hedgehog Black flying fox Ring-tailed lemur Blue poison frog Gold dust day gecko Russian tortoise With Drawing Wild Animals, you'll learn to see—and draw—animals in a whole new light!

Originally published in 1971, Animals in Art and Thought discusses the ways in which animals have been used by man in art and literature. The book looks at how they have been used to symbolise religious, social and political beliefs, as well as their pragmatic use by hunters, sportsmen, and farmers. The book discusses these various attitudes in a survey which ranges from prehistoric cave art to the later Middle Ages. The book is especially concerned with uncovering the latent, as well as the manifest meanings of animal art, and presents a detailed examination of the literary and archaeological monuments of the periods covered in the book. The book discusses the themes of Creation myths of the pagan and Christian religion, the contribution of the animal art of the ancient contribution of the animal art of the ancient Orient to the development of the Romanesque and gothic styles in Europe, the use of beast fables in social or political satire, and the heroic associations of animals in medieval chivalry.

Amazing Animals is 50 amazing and relaxing animal designs for coloring that will give you hours of fun, peace and relaxation through creative expression. The projects are of different complexity and detail, so as to reflect the beauty of animals as much as possible, ideal for beginners and advanced. Originality All patterns are hand drawn and the models are real animals Quality Each project has been refined with attention to the smallest details, which ensures a very high quality of workmanship. Single-sided pages Each image is placed on its own page to reduce the problem of color bleeding. Relax Coloring is the perfect way to get away from all problems and enter the world of colors. Creativity Creating the world with your own colors gives you a sense of independence and fosters creativity, improves self-esteem and builds confidence. A Great Gift The coloring book is a great gift and coloring your favorite animals is a great fun that gives you a lot of happiness. Specifications: Premium soft cover Dimensions: 8,5 x 11 inch (21.59 x 27.94 cm ) 50 individual projects For more information on coloring pages and to stay up to date with new coloring pages, visit our website www.coloringbookkim.com

Introducing Color Quest: Amazing Animals, new to the best-selling Color Quest series! Colorists, puzzle fans, and challenge seekers will love this color-by-number book as they free the images of wonderful and wild creatures concealed on each page. Once completed, perforated pages can be torn from the book and used for decorating, framing, or giving as gifts. So grab your colored pens or pencils, and start uncovering these stunning and intricate works of art in your Color Quest.

Create a carnival of handmade animals using different shapes and patterns. Make dramatic black-and-white prints, a papier-mâché dog, a shark sculpture, and more. Simple step-by-step instructions and photographs guide readers through the process.