Painting, drawing and art manuals

Draw your own nightmarish art inspired by the horrifying world of H.

Barrington Barber presents a range of stimulating projects, from simple still life objects and full-blown landscape compositions to individual portraits.

No two cats are the same.

Still life has been a popular form of art for many hundreds of years, offering a wide choice of subjects, styles, and scale.

A portrait can reveal the likeness, personality, and even the mood of a person.

Anyone who desires to learn to draw well can do so with a little persistence - this is the starting point for The Complete Guide to Drawing, a practical and comprehensive course for students of all abilities.

For centuries, landscapes have captivated the imaginations of artists.

Of all the genres in art, figure drawing is the oldest.

The ability to draw the human figure well is the sign of a good artist.

Anatomy for the Artist is a book by artists for artists, and presents a dynamic visual record of the fundamental characteristics and creative possibilities of the human form.

This professional guide to creating convincing artworks of family members, with step-by-step instruction throughout, is ideal for those starting out in portraiture.

The ability to draw the human figure well is the sign of a good artist.

Still life has been a popular genre for many hundreds of years, and artists wishing to explore it can find inspirational examples from the time of the romans right up to the present day, encompassing murals from the Italian Renaissance, the lavish floral studies from the Netherlands in the early 17th century, the exuberant handling of the Impressionists, and the surprising new shapes and dimensions introduced by the Cubists and Surrealists.

The ability to draw the human form accurately and competently is a primary goal for many aspiring artists, despite the current trend in the art establishment away from figurative subjects.

In The Scientist and the Forger: Probing a Turbulent Art World the author draws upon an enthralling range of case studies, from Botticelli to Leonardo, Campendonk to Pollock and Chagall to Freud, equipping the reader with a holistic understanding of an art world shaped by fast-moving trends, and increasingly permeated by science.

Learn to create your own gorgeous watercolor artwork in bite-sized sessions that can fit into even the busiest of lifestyles!

Barrington Barber draws on his artistic expertise and long experience of teaching to create a structured, user-friendly drawing course to guide the aspiring draughtsman through the whole process of learning to draw.

Drawing is the primary skill for anyone considering a career in fashion design.

The Tornado has been the backbone of the RAF within its many different theaters of operation.

The Starfighter was once described as a delight to fly, but one mistake and it will kill you.

For many years the worlds finest aerobatic team, the RAFs Red Arrows, have thrilled millions with their demonstrations of this fine aircraft's agility and maneuverability.

This remarkable guide provides for the first time an illustrated listing of almost 200 of Americas most powerful missiles.

"e;Had it not been for the vital contributions of the four men and their inventions described in this book the Battle of Britain could not have been won by the Royal Air Force.

'A really good starting point to discover what lights you up' - Emma Gannon'Unlock your inner creativity and ease your anxiety' Daily TelegraphTHE MULTI-MILLION-COPY WORLDWIDE BESTSELLERSince its first publication, The Artist's Way has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert, Tim Ferriss, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry Washington and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose.

For the millions of people who have uncovered their creative selves through The Artist's Way: a workbook and companion to the international bestseller.

Fascinating, endearing and endlessly varied, animals make inspirational subject matter for artists.

Full of character and endlessly varied, human subjects are a pleasure to draw.

A set of simple, fast-playing rules for wargaming the conflicts that re-shaped Europe in the period 1815-78.

Learn the unique art of crosshatching and create stunning works of art with expert guidance from August Lamm.

***Take your urban sketching skills to the next level with watercolour.

Get Up & Gouache shows you how to bring the vibrant and versatile medium of gouache to life.

Artists & Illustrators magazine's Book of the Month Taking inspiration from iconic paintings in the Tate collection, discover the techniques of the masters and improve your own painting skills with 30 guided projects.

Unlock the potential in your paint tubes with 30 guided projects, covering everything from creating a harmonious colour palette to painting vivid landscapes and pop-art portraits.

Award-winning artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to create contemporary watercolour artworks to treasure and share.

Now 100 years old, the Bauhaus still looks just as fresh today as it did when it began.

Discover the story of colour through the significant scientific discoveries and key artist's works over 400 years.

Are you bored of painting tasteful landscapes, light seascapes and delicate still-lifes?

This book is ideal for anyone with an interest in the visual character of the cities and buildings that frame our lives.

Continuing the success of the Draw in 15 Minutes series, horse artist Diana Hand shows you how to express your love of horses through drawing.

Best-selling author and art tutor Jake Spicer here gives you all the skills you need to sketch a convincing figure in just 15 minutes.

An indispensable guide to painting 40 popular flowers in acrylics, perfect for flower artists.

Petra Tholken's practical and inspiring book examines what it means to make an abstract work of art.

There are some areas of watercolour painting that beginners often have trouble with, and one of these is skies.

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Trees have inspired artists for generations.

Giving an insight into how this inspiring and talented artist works, The Addictive Sketcher passes on Adebanji Alade's infectious enthusiasm and will have the reader reaching for a pencil or pen to have a go.

Master artist and best-selling author David Bellamy shares with you his techniques, ideas and approach to painting his beloved landscape throughout the year.