Graceful, beautiful and subtle, flowers are among the most delightful of subjects for artists to draw. This fresh, accessible book is aimed at those who want to translate their love of the natural world into vivid, accurate illustrations. Drawing Flowers is packed with examples and exercises across the full floral range, from simple structures, such as tulips, to more complex configurations, such as sunflowers, and compositions involving groups of flowers. Illustrated throughout by award-winning botanical artist Jill Winch, the book offers clear, concise instruction in the techniques of flower drawing. It also gives advice on practical considerations such as how best to position flowers for drawing, how to prevent them wilting and how to use a microscope to understand their structure.
With its clear step-by-step labelled drawings, this is an essential book for any budding artist who would like to master the art of drawing flowers, from sunflowers to chrysanthemums.
Introduces step-by-step instructions for drawing a variety of flowers.
Readers are able to create their own beautiful landscapes after they learn to draw flowers, trees, and plants thanks to this helpful guide.
Drawing-Flowers includes a great range of flowers, including poppies, fuchsias, geraniums, tulips, water lilies, sunflowers, daffodils and many more. Discover the delights of creating your own floral pictures with this invaluable book.
Drawing a flower isn't just about drawing, coloring, and compositions. This book also teaches readers how to mentally approach a botanical drawing to set themselves up for success.
With a wealth of detailed step-by-step projects to both recreate and admire, William F. Powell teaches artists how to develop a drawing to its fullest, no matter the subject.
Botanical Drawing offers knowledge, techniques, and inspiration as you create your own projects.
Each set of illustrations takes you from beginning sketch lines to a finished drawing. Author Melissa Washburn is a skilled illustrator whose clear and elegant drawing style will make this a go-to sourcebook for years to come.
Complete, step-by-step instructions for drawing a range of flowers, from a tulip to a hibiscus and much more Inside this beautiful, comprehensive book, accomplished artist William F. Powell shows readers how to re-create floral beauties ...
Suitable for beginners wanting to build up their confidence and more seasoned artists seeking inspiration, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to draw flowers.