The Complete Book of Drawing: Essential Skills for Every Artist

Unlock the essential skills every artist needs with this comprehensive guide from bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber.

Whether you're picking up a pencil for the first time or looking to strengthen your technique, this inspiring drawing book will help you draw with confidence, creativity and skill. You will learn how to compose striking still lifes, sketch dynamic figures in motion and capture the beauty of the natural world - all explained through practical, step-by-step exercises. Drawing on decades of experience as both an artist and teacher, Barrington Barber distils the core principles of drawing into one accessible and practical volume.

Inside you'll discover:
• Essential drawing techniques for artists of all levels
• Guidance on still-life composition, figure drawing and landscapes
• Expert advice on texture, perspective and visual balance
• Practical tips developed through years of professional teaching
• Inspiration to develop your own distinctive artistic style
• Step-by-step exercises to put your learning into practice

Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced artist seeking a refresher, The Complete Book of Drawing is an indispensable companion for mastering the art of drawing.

Barrington Barber is a renowned authority on teaching drawing and also a practising artist. After training as a graphic designer, he went into advertising, working for top agencies before progressing to freelance design and producing illustrations for a range of books and magazines. He taught art for many years and has written and illustrated books including Everyone Can Draw and The Art of Meditative Drawing. He lives in Wimbledon, London.