DOC How to Draw Animals (Dover Art Instruction) by Charles Liedl in Arts-Photography

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Drawing animals requires fast thinking and quick execution. Unlike artists of landscapes or still-life; the animal illustrator must adhere to this golden rule: observe much and long and draw quick and little. This respected guidebook; written by renowned wildlife illustrator Charles Liedl; shows you how. In How to Draw Animals; artists of every level will learn the techniques for portraying animals accurately and gracefully; whether the creatures are in action or repose. Keen advice on the importance of visually mastering the subjects anatomy gives way to invaluable guidance on line sketching; outlining; shading; form; tone; and detail. More than 100 expert illustrations include muscular and skeletal characteristics; and detail the development process in creating an enormous variety of wild and domestic breeds: horses; deer; game birds; dogs; cats; rabbits; foxes; buffalo; zebras; tigers; wolves; and many more. The author also provides tips on the best media to use and how to use them; as well as how to guide an animal to turn or resume a pose. A time-honored art instruction guide; both motivational and inspirational; this volume is a must-have for the bookshelves of every artist.