The Encyclopedia of Coloured Pencil Techniques

Master colored pencil drawing with this step-by-step art instruction book covering 35+ drawing techniques for creating colorful landscapes, portraits, and more. Includes 150+ illustrations and easy-to-follow demonstrations so you can learn how to draw--or take your coloring to the next level. Whether you're new to colored pencil drawing, or a more experienced artist looking to build your skills, here is your indispensable guide to learning essential colored pencil techniques! Discover the basic characteristics and color ranges of colored pencil--and get expert, step-by-step guidance on over 35+ essential techniques such as: - Shading - Blending - Stippling - Impressing - Sketching >Then; put your learnings to the test with 4 themed chapters that teach you how to draw: - Landscapes and townscapes - Table settings, fruits, toys, and domestic objects - Flowers, foliage, and animals >You'll not only discover how professional artists use imaginative, dynamic styles to interpret a wide range of subjects, but you'll also be inspired by the 150+ full-color illustrations to create brilliant artworks of your own.