Children everywhere will love learning to draw the selection of breeds featured in Learn to Draw Horses & Ponies. After a brief introduction to the tools and materials needed to get started, aspiring artists will embark on an artistic journey, starting with some simple drawing exercises to warm up. Young artists-in-training will then learn to draw a variety of lovable equines, including an American Quarter Horse, Appaloosa, Thoroughbred, and Pinto, among others. Detailed step-by-step instructions start with a basic shape, such as a square, a circle, or an oval, and progress to a finished colored piece of artwork, making it easy for children to follow along. Along the way, engaging text provides fun and interesting facts about each breed, allowing for an educational, well-rounded drawing experience.
From sea to shining sea, the United States of America is a storied country full of life, liberty, and the pursuit of artistic happiness! Children will love learning about this great country as they learn to draw many of its diverse locations, monuments, and iconic figures. Learn to Draw American Landmarks & Historical Heroes features step-by-step instructions for drawing the very symbols of freedom, such as a bald eagle, the White House, the Statue of Liberty, and the National Monument. In addition, the book features instructions for drawing flags and various symbols from each state, such as California’s Golden Gate Bridge and New York’s Empire State Building. Historical figures, including George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Paul Revere, round out this informative and educational drawing book that is packed with fun facts, easy-to-follow instructions, and lots of patriotic spirit.
The Big Book of Color introduces children to the art and science of color through a fun and engaging, easy-to-understand approach. With The Big Book of Color, young artists will be treated to an in-depth exploration of the wonderful world of color through simple step-by-step projects and unique educational content.
The Big Book of Art: Draw! Paint! Create! provides a comprehensive, colorful, and creative guide for using a range of kid-friendly art tools–from crayons and colored pencils to markers and paint. Within each chapter, young artists are guided through the artistic process with a brief introduction to each respective tool or medium. From there, children will learn helpful techniques for employing the tool or medium via a selection of fun and unique step-by-step art projects. Tons of art tips are sprinkled throughout for a comprehensive learning experience, while an interactive format, including perforated practice pages that can be easily removed and displayed in any home or classroom, engages children for hours of creative fun. Parents will appreciate this book for its rainy-day activity appeal. Art teachers and homeschool parents will appreciate it as an educational resource; while art and craft enthusiasts will love it as an inspiring gift for the artists in their lives. Whether an easy monoprint made with washable markers or a watercolor fish painted using the wet-on-wet technique, children everywhere will be delighted with the fun and creativity this book has to offer them.
Paper Dolls Fashion Workshop offers budding fashionistas a fashion-forward style lookbook of prompts, tips, and expert instruction as they learn to make their own paper dolls and paper doll wardrobes. Beginning with an overview of basic tools and materials, techniques, and embellishments, readers will embark on a creative journey through a variety of patterns and projects that teach them how to turn their own doodles, tangles, and designs into fabulous fashion looks and accessories – specifically for the purpose of creating their own paper dolls. With reusable doll models and blank clothing templates, artists will enjoy endless paper doll fun. From basics and sleepwear to dresses and outerwear, savvy style mavens will find an abundance of fashion-forward inspiration encouraging them to create their own designs, while a section on career, costume, and haute couture paper doll clothing inspires artists to let their imagination run free.
Stephanie Carbajal 