Field Guide to Drawing Animals from Nature Acanthus

Drawing animals from nature is a rewarding and exciting challenge; knowing their biology is the key to a good drawing. In this accessible and engaging book, illustrator and educator Tim Pond explains the artistic principles and fascinating scientific facts that will enable you to capture the movement, form and character of the animal, whether you are in the field, a zoo, an aquarium, a museum or a nature reserve.
Includes a wealth of illustrations covering a wide range of media and styles, including quick gestural sketches, line and tone studies, and inspiring finished pieces.
It covers some of the rarest and most beautiful animals on the planet, from tropical fish to big cats.
As well as developing your artistic skills and your knowledge of biology, this book will give you a deeper understanding of the natural world and the extraordinary diversity of animals that inhabit it

Publisher: Acanto