Frank Carlson Library

The Drawing Made Easy series introduces budding artists to the fundamentals of pencil drawing. With in-depth information, including several approaches to the discipline, these books will help beginners become inspired and feel confident in their own talents. This addition to the Drawing Made Easy series helps beginning artists learn how to draw their best friends-especially when their pals have four paws and fur! Author-artist Nolon Stacey reveals...

The award-winning Pets provides all the information kids need to begin creating inspired drawings of all their favorite furry family members! Children will learn to develop each lifelike drawing from basic shapes to finished drawings, simply by following along with the clear illustrations. They'll also discover fun facts about the featured animals. Awards: Dr. Toy Best Children's Vacation Products

This newest title in the Watercolor Made Easy series makes it possible for aspiring artists to re-create a range of horse and pony paintings. Expressive and fluid, watercolor is the perfect medium for portraying the grace of these majestic animals. Accomplished artist Janet Griffin-Scott guides you through the basics, from anatomy to mixing various coat colors. Then she walks you step by step through a number of engaging projects, including portraits...

Easy-to-draw steps and tips from Disney artists show how to draw the characters Remy, Emile, Django, Linguini, and others from the Disney animated production Ratatouille.

A how-to guide on drawing manga martial arts figures, including kung fu warrior, noble samurai, and secret soldier.

Featuring all of your favorite ancient figures and places, including a Greek chariot, the Great Pyramid, a viking, and many more.

Learn to draw all of your favorite birds and butterflies--step by step! Perfect for young artists-in-training, Learn to Draw Birds & Butterflies offers a comprehensive drawing experience that includes step-by-step lessons, as well as full-color photographs, fun facts, trivia, quizzes, and much more. Each drawing lesson begins with a basic shape, such as a square, a circle, or a triangle, and progresses to a finished colored piece of artwork, making...