Books-for-Artists

  • Leonardo's Art Workshop
    Leonardo's Art Workshop

    Learn key art concepts by following the multidisciplinary approach of Renaissance artist and polymath Leonardo da Vinci. *Leonardo's Art Workshop* guides young artists to experiment, create projects, and explore how art intersects with science and na...

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  • Impressionism: 13 Artists Children Should Know - Hardcover
    Impressionism: 13 Artists Children Should Know - Hardcover

    *Impressionism: 13 Artists Children Should Know* teaches young readers how painters from Claude Monet to John Singer Sargent introduced Impressionist styles of painting and so changed the course of art history. Author — Florian Heine. - Impressionism...

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  • Learn to Draw Disney: Villains (Paperback)
    Learn to Draw Disney: Villains (Paperback)

    From a wicked queen and an evil stepmother to a dark sorcerer and devious strawberry-scented bear, young fans of classic Disney and Disney-Pixar films will enjoy drawing the villainous characters everyone loves to hate — including Captain Hook, Cruel...

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  • Mastering the Potter's Wheel - Hardcover
    Mastering the Potter's Wheel - Hardcover

    Mastering the Potter's Wheel goes beyond the basics, offering a variety of throwing methods to take your work to the next level. For artists new to the potter's wheel, the book's approachable style makes learning easy. A valuable resource for any cer...

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  • 50 Portraits You Should Know
    50 Portraits You Should Know

    *50 Portraits You Should Know* is a wide-ranging collection of 50 iconic portraits by renowned artists, each with their own unique style and story to tell. Arranged chronologically, the portraits exemplify either an important moment in history or a t...

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  • Stone Garden Transfer Art
    Stone Garden Transfer Art

    Transform an ordinary rock into a work of art. *Stone Garden Transfer Art* is a two-in-one guide and art kit that helps artists create beautifully painted rocks and stones to decorate their garden, living room, or office. Author — Jean Robin. - Stone...

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  • Color Mixing Recipes for Oil & Acrylic
    Color Mixing Recipes for Oil & Acrylic

    Discover more than 450 color combinations in *Color Mixing Recipes for Oil & Acrylic.* The Color Guidance Index shows you which color recipe to use based on what you’re painting. There’s also a Color Mixing Grid for precise blending. Author — William...

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  • Play, Make, Create: A Process-Art Handbook
    Play, Make, Create: A Process-Art Handbook

    Encourage your child to create with *Play, Make, Create: A Process-Art Handbook*. It’s filled with over 40 “invitations” — or carefully designed prompts — to creative activities. It also includes an in-depth guide for parents, teachers, and facilitat...

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  • Spicebox Imagine It Drawing Animals Kit
    Spicebox Imagine It Drawing Animals Kit

    Let your imagination run wild while learning how to draw all of your favorite animals! The Spicebox Imagine It Drawing Animals Kit features visual, step-by-step instructions using simple lines and shapes that anyone can use to draw animals from aroun...

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  • PVC and Pipe Engineer
    PVC and Pipe Engineer

    The 18 projects in *PVC and Pipe Engineer* range from wine racks and bed frames and bike trailers. And they can all be made with parts from your local hardware store! Learn the basics of cutting and joining iron pipe and PVC, and create amazing DIY p...

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  • Playing with Image Transfers - Paperback
    Playing with Image Transfers - Paperback

    Want to reproduce images from virtually any source and apply them to a myriad of surfaces? 'Playing with Image Transfers' teaches you how, and also offers project plans for items such as gift boxes, albums, sketchbook covers, and more. Author — Court...

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  • Fundamentals of Art History
    Fundamentals of Art History

    *Fundamentals of Art History* is an essential resource for art history students and is a fascinating read for anyone interested in art history. The book discusses both formal analysis and contextual analysis as methods for examining art and includes ...

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  • From the Sculptor’s Studio
    From the Sculptor’s Studio

    Gain insight and inspiration from artists who define sculpture in *From the Sculptor's Studio*. You'll see and hear from sculptors such as Anthony Caro, Antony Gormley, Cornelia Parker, Rachel Whiteread, Tania Kovats, and many more talk about their w...

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  • Learn to Draw Disney-Pixar: Toy Story
    Learn to Draw Disney-Pixar: Toy Story

    Learn to draw classic, beloved characters with *Learn to Draw Disney-Pixar: Toy Story*. It starts with an introduction to essential art supplies, as well as drawing exercises to help artists warm up and learn basic techniques. Then, follow along with...

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  • OMY Cosmos Giant Coloring Poster
    OMY Cosmos Giant Coloring Poster

    It’s art. It’s educational. It’s hours of coloring fun for one or the whole bunch! Discover and color a cosmic space adventure with the OMY Cosmos Giant Coloring Poster. It’s a great way to spend family time together while coloring the moons, planets...

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  • Acrylic Paint Pouring
    Acrylic Paint Pouring

    Learn the simple art of paint pouring with *Acrylic Paint Pouring: 16 Fluid Painting Projects & Creative Techniques* by Tanya Jung. The book delves into the properties of acrylic paint as well as various mediums, gels, and pastes to create different ...

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  • Oil Painting Step-By-Step
    Oil Painting Step-By-Step

    *Oil Painting Step-By-Step* by Noel Gregory, James Horton, Michael Sanders, and Roy Lang is a comprehensive how-to guide for beginning to experienced oil painters. Learn the basics then continue to more advanced techniques like wet on wet, scumbling,...

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  • I Can Do That! Color and Draw
    I Can Do That! Color and Draw

    *I Can Do That! Color and Draw* helps young artists transform squiggles and scribbles into amazing creations. This activity book provides children with the opportunity to explore their imagination and build fine motor skills. Author — Lazoo. - I Can ...

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  • Oil and Acrylic Workshop-Classic and Contemporary Techniques for Painting Colorful, Expressive Work
    Oil and Acrylic Workshop-Classic and Contemporary Techniques for Painting Colorful, Expressive Work

    Discover how to create beautifully textured, vibrant, and colorful works of fine art in *Oil and Acrylic Workshop*. The book explores using both traditional and unique painting tools. Set aside your paintbrush in exchange for palette knives, sponges,...

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  • Drawing: Horses
    Drawing: Horses

    Ideal for beginners, Drawing: Horses by Walter Foster takes you on a step-by-step drawing journey as you learn how to create the majestic equine animals. - Drawing: Horses

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  • The Art of Creative Watercolor
    The Art of Creative Watercolor

    Art of Creative Watercolor makes practice feel like play. It's a one-of-a-kind journey for any artist wishing to tap into the joy of watercolor painting. Includes watercolor techniques, exercises, and more. Danielle Donaldson. Paperback. 144 pages. 8...

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  • An Eye for Art - Paperback
    An Eye for Art - Paperback

    Introduce children to more than 50 great artists and their work with An Eye for Art, a lively family-oriented art resource. This treasure trove from the National Gallery of Art features work by Raphael, Rembrandt, Georgia O’Keeffe, Henri Matisse, Chu...

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  • Surrealism: 50 Works of Art You Should Know - Paperback
    Surrealism: 50 Works of Art You Should Know - Paperback

    The Surrealist movement that developed in Europe following the devastation of World War I swept energetically through all kinds of media. Surrealism: 50 Works of Art You Should Know introduces readers to 50 unique artworks that have lost nothing of t...

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  • Fashion Illustration & Design
    Fashion Illustration & Design

    Learn about fashion straight from the source. *Fashion Illustration & Design* is a design tutorial by fashion illustrator Manuela Brambatti. As Versace's chief design illustrator, she developed a unique illustration style that couturier Flavio Marcon...

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  • 13 Photos Children Should Know (Hardcover)
    13 Photos Children Should Know (Hardcover)

    This beautifully illustrated book explores some of the world's most iconic images, teaching children about the impact of photography on their world. Art historian Brad Finger shares some of the world’s most renowned pictures, which are also the most ...

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  • Learn to Draw Disney: Favorite Princesses (Paperback)
    Learn to Draw Disney: Favorite Princesses (Paperback)

    Featuring Tiana, Cinderella, Ariel, Snow White, Belle, and others, this activity book makes it easy and fun for kids to learn to draw their favorite Disney princesses. Step-by-step instructions lead young artists through the drawing process. Paperbac...

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  • Fast Draw Manga Challenge
    Fast Draw Manga Challenge

    *Fast Draw Manga Challenge* teaches aspiring illustrators how to draw manga and anime characters in three styles: manga-style humans, chibi-style humans, and creatures. Learn to identify basic lines and forms of the body, add volume and details, and ...

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  • Modern Drawing
    Modern Drawing

    A contemporary, fresh approach to drawing. This book is filled with creative exercises and projects, information about drawing principles and techniques, and dynamic exploration of drawing mediums and tools. Author — Chelsea Ward. - Modern Drawing

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  • Big Book of Mod Podge - Paperback
    Big Book of Mod Podge - Paperback

    The Big Book of Mod Podge is a followup to the best-selling book Mod Podge Rocks! It features more than 90 fun decoupage projects, large and small — from trendy bracelets to picture frames to a headboard and refurbished dresser. Authors — Various. - ...

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  • Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits
    Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits

    *Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits* includes more than 500 color mixing formulas for realistic skin tones, hair colors, and facial features using acrylic, oil, or watercolor paints. An acrylic/oil equivalency chart and a grid for precise measuring a...

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  • The Art of 3D Drawing - Paperback
    The Art of 3D Drawing - Paperback

    Transform simple pencil sketches into jaw-dropping photorealistic masterpieces. Through a variety of step-by-step exercises and demonstrations, The Art of 3D Drawing shows pencil artists how to take their drawing skills to a whole new level. Author —...

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  • Modern Watercolor Botanicals
    Modern Watercolor Botanicals

    Learn the fine art of watercolor painting with *Modern Watercolor Botanicals* by Sarah Simon. Providing beginner, intermediate, and advanced instructions, this comprehensive guide includes detailed diagrams and pictures to help you hone your skills. ...

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  • Leonardo Collection Flowers 21
    Leonardo Collection Flowers 21

    Learn to paint and draw flowers in a variety of mediums like oil, watercolor, charcoal, graphite, ink wash, and ballpoint pen with *Leonardo Collection Flowers*. - Leonardo Collection Flowers 21

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  • The Art of Basic Drawing: Simple Step-by-step Techniques
    The Art of Basic Drawing: Simple Step-by-step Techniques

    Learn pencil drawing fundamentals with *The Art of Basic Drawing: Simple Step-by-step Techniques* by William F. Powell. This book teaches beginner-level artists simple step-by-step techniques for drawing a variety of subjects in graphite pencil — inc...

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  • Artool Freehand Template DVD- True Fire, 37 min, DVD
    Artool Freehand Template DVD- True Fire, 37 min, DVD

    Mike Lavallee has set the custom paint world on fire with his True Fire effects, rendering dramatic and realistic interpretations of actual fire burning down the surface of motorcycles, automobiles, boats, aircraft, and even small models. DVD. 37 min...

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  • Anatomy for Artists Skeleton and Bone Reference Points
    Anatomy for Artists Skeleton and Bone Reference Points

    Enhance your drawing skills with *Anatomy for Artists Skeleton and Bone Reference Points*. Artist and teacher Michel Lauricella provides a simplified and practical version of the human skeleton. It’s a great reference for professionals, beginners, an...

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  • Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory
    Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory

    Whether you’re a new artist, art hobbyist, or a pro revisiting the basics, Basic Color Theory is your guide to understanding how to effectively use color. Author - Patti Mollica. - Special Subjects: Basic Color Theory

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  • Small Scale, Big World
    Small Scale, Big World

    Miniaturist artists and enthusiasts will be inspired and entertained by *Small Scale, Big World*. This compilation book features exquisite miniature representations of real-world scenes from renowned international artists like Tatsuya Tanaka and Josh...

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  • Leonardo Collection Animals 12
    Leonardo Collection Animals 12

    *Leonardo Collection Animals* teaches artists to draw and paint a variety of animals by focusing on their anatomy. Learn to create your own artwork featuring wild felines and other wild animals or pets and barnyard animals in oil, acrylic, tempera, p...

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  • Walter Foster Perspective (Paperback)
    Walter Foster Perspective (Paperback)

    An essential guide to perspective for artists, featuring basic principles, advanced techniques, and practical applications. Author — William F. Powell. - Walter Foster Perspective (Paperback)

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  • Ten-Step Drawing: Flowers
    Ten-Step Drawing: Flowers

    Find out how easy floral illustration can be in *Ten Step Drawing: Flowers*. The book features 75 illustrated tutorials, each broken down into 10 easy-to-follow steps. Author — Mary Woodin. - Ten-Step Drawing: Flowers

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  • DIY Watercolor Flowers
    DIY Watercolor Flowers

    With *DIY Watercolor Flowers*, learn to paint beautiful watercolor flowers in simple steps with an easy approach to watercolor painting for beginners. Author — Marie Boudon. - DIY Watercolor Flowers

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  • Ooly Picturesque Panorama Coloring Book - Seaside Animal Town
    Ooly Picturesque Panorama Coloring Book - Seaside Animal Town

    Indulge your child’s inner artist and unleash their creativity with an Ooly Picturesque Panorama Coloring Book. These panoramic coloring books have one long continuous page that opens up to a full 12'H x 6 ft long for hours of fun! Ideal for playdate...

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  • Art Deco: 50 Works of Art You Should Know - Paperback
    Art Deco: 50 Works of Art You Should Know - Paperback

    Originating in France after World War I, Art Deco quickly spread throughout Europe and America, and encompassed nearly every artistic medium from paintings and photography to furnishings and film. Art Deco: 50 Works of Art You Should Know is a highly...

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  • Ringgold - DVD
    Ringgold - DVD

    Each of these DVDs presents a lighthearted, intelligent, and appealing introduction to one of the world's greatest artists in the style of Mike Venezia's award-winning children's books. Praised by Booklist, School Library Journal, and Video Librarian...

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  • Experimental Watercolor DVD - DVD
    Experimental Watercolor DVD - DVD

    The six programs in this collection from Kultur Films provide an in-depth look into the fascinating world of the Impressionists and their art. The programs place each artist in historical context, highlighting the events that inspired their work. - E...

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  • You're Invited! Invitation Design for Every Occasion
    You're Invited! Invitation Design for Every Occasion

    Dive into the art of invitations with *You're Invited! Invitation Design for Every Occasion*. *You're Invited!* is the definitive guide to card making. Readers will find a lot to inspire, whether they're creating invites to a birthday, wedding, or op...

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  • Painting: Watercolor Basics
    Painting: Watercolor Basics

    Learn the fundamentals of watercolor with Painting: Watercolor Basics by Deb Watson. This instructional paperback is designed for beginner-level artists and features a large format that gives new painters a close-up look at various watercolor techniq...

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