Mythological Beasts / Drawing: Learn to Draw Step by Step (How to Draw & Paint) - Softcover

Dobrzycki, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1600580130 ISBN 13: 9781600580130

Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing, 2007

Synopsis

Clear, step-by-step instructions for drawing a multitude of mythological beasts, from leprechauns to a minotaur

From the Egyptian Sphinx to the Greek Sirens, mythological creatures have always been a part of worldwide folklore. And with this new 32-page how-to-draw book, would-be artists easily can learn to draw the fascinating creatures that correspond with these well-known legends. Accomplished artist Michael Dobrzycki takes readers on a trip around the world, showing them how to draw such beings as the Norse Kraken and the Irish Banshee. With easy-to-follow instructions and clear, step-by-step illustrations, this book is a must-have for any aspiring artist with an interest mythology.

Mythological Beasts, from Walter Foster's How to Draw and Paint series, differentiates itself from similar books on the market because it includes helpful information on combining graphite pencil with other media, such as charcoal and black watercolor paint or ink. In addition, this unique book features creatures from around the world, including those originating in Egyptian, Irish, Norse, Persian, and Greek mythology.

About this title

About the Author

Michael Dobrzycki is an accomplished painter, carpenter, puppet maker, and sketch artist whose work has been featured in more than a dozen children's books and small press publications over the last few years. In 2001, Michael was inducted into the Disneyland Entertainment Hall of Fame. He received a master's degree in illustration from California State University, Fullerton, and holds bachelor's degrees in both art and history from Whittier College. He is currently a visiting professor at Whittier College. Michael lives in Whittier, CA.

Edition details

• Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1600580130
• ISBN 13: 9781600580130
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32