Art's Supplies

Author: Chris Tougas
Publisher: Orca Book Publishers
ISBN: 1459806131
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32

Book Description
In this delightful tale of the power of the imagination, Art’s supplies come to life in the studio, creating mayhem and magic—and art! Pastels, pencils, paints, crayons, brushes and markers...everything gets in on the act of creating a mess-terpiece of fun. Chris Tougas’s brilliant illustrations and clever text explore the essence of the creative process in a way that children will understand. “Kids will want to grab some colored pencils and get to work themselves.” —Booklist “This lively title is sure to be a favorite.” —School Library Journal “Gorgeously colored...Tougas’s great skill at joyous illustration is just icing on the cake.” —Quill & Quire

The Organic Artist

Author: Nick Neddo
Publisher:
ISBN: 1592539262
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
This is an art book which highlights the possibility of using natural, organic materials as art supplies and inspiration.

The Organic Artist for Kids

Author: Nick Neddo
Publisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 163159768X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 163

Book Description
Immersed in the natural world, The Organic Artist for Kids inspires creativity by connecting kids and their adults to our wilderness roots. In addition to offering a wide variety of fun, collaborative projects using nature as a source for art supplies and inspiration, this book also introduces the concepts of awareness and perception that are fundamental to the creative process. Children will be encouraged to learn new skills, build resilience, and be resourceful as part of an urgent struggle to prevent and undo Nature Deficit Disorder. Rooted in experimentation and an understanding that fun is fundamental to learning, kids will refine their drawing skills, as well as increase their appreciation for the visual arts and the natural landscape. Just some of the projects and skills covered include: Making pens and wild inks Making paint from stones and rocks Crafting your own paintbrushes Making simple stencils and rubbings The Organic Artist for Kids encourages you to return to the days when art was made with all-natural materials like charcoal and birch bark.

Drawing Is Magic

Author: John Hendrix
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781617691379
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"In Drawing Is Magic, author John Hendrix teaches aspiring and advanced artists to find their unique visual voices and become creative daredevils. Through his freeing, offbeat exercises, drawers learn a sophisticated philosophy of creative thinking"--Publisher's website.

Chinese Brush Painting

Author: Ning Yeh
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780961830588
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
A second addition, also known as Ning Yeh's "Gold Edition" updates his original guide of step-by-step instructions for Chinese Brush Painting.

The Complete Guide To Art Materials and Techniques

Author: Caroline West
Publisher: Chartwell Books
ISBN: 0785834664
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 282

Book Description
Don't be overwhelmed by the dizzying array of art materials on the market, allow us to be your guide to art success with info and techniques.

Expressive Figure Drawing

Author: Bill Buchman
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823033147
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Throughout the history of art, figure drawing has been regarded as the very foundation of an artist’s education and the center of the art-making process. Bill Buchman’s Expressive Figure Drawing presents the classic fundamentals of this genre, but with a distinctly contemporary twist—celebrating freedom, expressiveness, and creativity. This unique method incorporates more than 30 essential exercises, empowering you to draw the figure dramatically and with confidence, no matter your current level of skill. Filled with step-by-step demonstrations, inspiring images, and insightful text revealing a wide range of techniques and concepts, this book presents new ways to think about the figure and use your materials to free the artist within.

How to Draw 101 Monsters

Author: Dan Green
Publisher: How to Draw 101
ISBN: 9781842297421
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Learn how to draw 101 different monsters. It's easy Follow the simple step-by-step drawings and you will soon be amazing all your friends with your new-found artists' skills This 48-page book from Top That Publishing contains step-by-step line drawings to help budding artists draw 101 different monsters of all sorts. Since each image is broken down into six simple steps, children will quickly gain in confidence when they see their finished results, and will soon be adapting their designs and drawing freehand pictures of their own. Ideal for junior artists age 5+.

The Art of Heikala

Author: Heikala
Publisher: 3dtotal Publishing
ISBN: 9781909414815
Category : Illustrators
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
This exquisitely presented hardback art book showcases the finest works and helpful thoughts of popular Finnish artist, Heikala.

Art Teacherin' 101

Author: Cassie Stephens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781637602225
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Art Teacherin' 101 is a book for all elementary art teachers, new and seasoned, to learn all things art teacherin' from classroom management, to taming the kindergarten beast, landing that dream job, taking on a student-teacher, setting up an art room and beyond. It's author, Cassie Stephens, has been an elementary art teacher for over 22 years and shares all that she's learned as an art educator. Art teachers, home school parents and classroom teachers alike will find tried and true ways to make art and creating a magical experience for the young artists in their life.