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Den här boken berättar om hur modeteckning fick sin egen historia sett ur ett svenskt perspektiv. En lång rad svenska tecknare medverkar och 25 av de mest tongivande ­modetecknarna porträtteras mer djupgående. Modeillustrationens historia i Sverige sätts också i en internationell kontext och bland annat skildras modemagasinens roll och de idéhistoriska mönstren. Det här är kulturhistoria! Vi möter Göta Trägårdh, Sveriges första erkända modetecknaren och Katja of Sweden, ­Sveriges kanske mest kända modedesigner. Andra betydande tecknare som skildras i boken är Brita Wassdahl, Molly Bartling, Mona Skagerfors, ­Kerstin Heintz, Kerstin Lokrantz, Kerstin Thorvall, Gunilla Pontén, Jane Bark, Christel, Mabel Åsbrink och Mats Gustafson, Lennart ­Ranghusen, Gunnel Götesdotter, Yngve Eriksson, Gunila Axén, Wanja Djanaieff, Milie ­McNaughton, Tippan Nordén, Inez Svensson, Tonie Lewenhaupt, Stina Wirsén, Cecilia Carlstedt och Lovisa Burfitt. Boken är rikt illustrerad med historiska bilder och en stor mängd mode­illustrationer.  Lotta Lewenhaupt har en lång karriär i modevärlden och har främst arbetat som modejournalist, bland annat på Damernas Värld, där hon skrev krönikan Det (allra) senaste i nästan 20 år. Hon har även skrivit en lång rad böcker om mode, och även bidragit med illustrationer till flertalet böcker.

A beautiful colouring book for adults that invites readers into a vivid reimagining of the animal kingdom.Inside, readers will discover over 50 new and original illustrations based on imaginary animal hybrids – clever mashups that feel both fantastical and strangely believable. Each creature is inspired by real-life connections found in nature, from mimicry and shared habitats to clever survival strategies shaped by evolution. Featuring a falcon-cheetah (fusing the fastest animal in the sky with the fastest animal on land), a crocodile-jaguar (both apex predators who ambush prey with immense jaw strength) plus many more, every page celebrates thoughtful creature design, blending recognisable anatomy with imaginative twists that spark curiosity and creativity.Pages at the back of the book share fascinating facts about the hybrids, including real-world animal traits, habitats and anatomical features that inspired these creations. Brought to life by bestselling artist Kerby Rosanes, this book is a stunningly complex journey through fantasy illustration, and is perfect for anyone who loves art, wildlife and the endless possibilities hidden within the natural world.Also available in the series:9781910552070 Animorphia9781910552148 Imagimorphia9781910552261 Mythomorphia9781910552926 Geomorphia9781910552865 Fantomorphia9781912785124 Worlds Within Worlds9781912785254 Fragile World9781912785599 Mythic World9781912785834 Alien Worlds9781915751188 Dark Fairytales9781915751317 Kerby Rosanes: The 10 Year Celebration

OVER 4 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE'You will quickly amaze and delight yourself' India Knight, Sunday TimesDrawing on the Right Side of the Brain is the world's most widely used drawing instruction book. Whether you are a professional, a student, or enjoy art as a hobby, Betty Edwards' practical step-by-step guide will give you greater confidence in your ability, deepen your artistic perception and provide a new way to appreciate the way you perceive the world around you. This revised and expanded edition includes:- Expert advice on what materials to use and how to record your progress- Specific focus on perceiving edges, spaces and relationships within your drawings- Problem-solving techniques and guidance on continued development of your skillsBlending artistic teaching with psychology, Betty Edwards offers a practical grounding in drawing technique with exercises designed to help you utilise the intuitive and creative right side of your brain, dramatically improving your ability to draw.

Colour your way through a day in the life of some truly cute animalsIn this sweet and dreamy cozy colouring book, you'll find a collection of easy everyday moments. From a quiet cafe to a bustling Main Street, every page invites you to add colour as you unwind.In this colouring book you'll find:· 45 hand-illustrated, single-sided pages to enjoy· Art suitable for both kids and adults· Clean, bold lines for easy colouringSo get comfy and relax, grab your markers or pencils, and dive in to the Cozy Life one page at a time.

Consistency is the key to drawing success! This encouraging step-by-step guide provides the advice, exercises, and tracking tools you need to keep it up.The Drawing Habit by Daria Bogdanova (@daribodrawing) is more than a drawing reference—it’s a systematic approach to building a consistent, daily drawing practice that builds skills and confidence over time. With just 25 minutes of daily drawing, you can see remarkable improvement—whatever your starting point. This inspiring book offers practical, easy-to-follow exercises, from drawing basic lines and shapes to exploring more detailed subjects like plants, trees, architecture, people, and more. Ideal for beginners and intermediate artists, The Drawing Habit encourages creativity, builds hand-eye coordination, and promotes mindful, consistent practice.Inside, you will find:Step-by-step exercises across popular subjects, covering everything from simple lines to more complex subjects and scenes.Tools for progress tracking, including downloadable practice sheets and a habit tracker template to help you stay motivated and see your improvement.Tips for integrating drawing into daily life, with advice and techniques for making drawing a regular, fulfilling part of each day.The Drawing Habit will help you develop the skills and confidence to draw anything, one small, consistent step at a time—it’s the Atomic Habits for transforming your creative life.

Pick up your pencil, embrace your inner artist, and learn how to draw in thirty days with this approachable step-by-step guide from an Emmy award-winning PBS host.Drawing is an acquired skill, not a talent -- anyone can learn to draw! All you need is a pencil, a piece of paper, and the willingness to tap into your hidden artistic abilities. With Emmy award-winning, longtime PBS host Mark Kistler as your guide, you'll learn the secrets of sophisticated three-dimensional renderings, and have fun along the way -- in just twenty minutes a day for a month. Inside you'll find:- Quick and easy step-by-step instructions for drawing everything from simple spheres to apples, trees, buildings, and the human hand and face- More than 500 line drawings, illustrating each step- Time-tested tips, techniques, and tutorials for drawing in 3-D- The 9 Fundamental Laws of Drawing to create the illusion of depth in any drawing- 75 student examples to encourage you in the process

Anyone who can hold a pencil can learn to draw. In this book, Bert Dodson shares his complete drawing system-fifty-five "keys" that you can use to render any subject with confidence, even if you're a beginner.These keys, along with dozens of practice exercises, will help you draw like an artist in no time.You'll learn how to:Restore, focus, map, and intensifyFree your hand action, then learn to control itConvey the illusions of light, depth, and textureStimulate your imagination through "creative play"

This small, portable book presents a unique perspective on the human body for artists to study and implement in their drawing work. In this book, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella simplifies the human body into basic, synthetic shapes and forms, offering profound insight for artists of all kinds, sparking the imagination and improving one's observational abilities. Rather than going the traditional route of memorizing a repertoire of poses, Lauricella instead stresses learning this small collection of forms, which can then be combined and shaped into the more complex and varied forms and postures we see in the living body.Table of Contents Foreword Introduction Head and Neck Torso and Shoulders Upper Limbs Lower Limbs Resources

'Human Figure Drawing' offers a refreshing perspective on this time timeless topic, with clear and helpful explanations and around 500 illustrations in b&w and colour. This book shows us how to learn to draw the human figure and regain our ability to observe a subject. Being able to capture the human body is a basic requirement for any artist and 'Human Figure Drawing' will help the reader conquer the fear of making mistakes and teach them how to draw with the confidence and curiosity of a child. In this new edition, the layout is completely new, the images have been updated and the readability has been improved.

You Will Be Able to Draw by the End of this Book: Coloured Pencils is a combined tutorial and sketchbook that teaches you how to draw in colour, and allows you the space to practise on the page through guided exercises in mark-making and drawing. The book lays flat to allow you to draw comfortably and has an elastic band to keep your artwork safe. The clear instructions enable you to build your skills and develop an understanding of composition, colour and tone.

Discover a new way to engage with nature and travel in this beautiful, approachable guide to outdoor sketching for artists and journalers.Step outside and record the world in your sketchbook. Capture the majesty of mountain landscapes, study the details of a blossoming tree, or record a fleeting city scene. Evocative watercolor and ink drawings created during the author's own wanderings, will inspire you to record your next hike, ramble, or excursion in this freeing and engaging medium.Each chapter demystifies one aspect of making art outdoors and includes practical exercises that address such topics as: Drawing tools and watercolor techniques The freedom of color Effective ways to push past insecurities Where and when to sketch Adding ingredients such as people, birds, vehicles, and handwriting Digital sketching And much more Whether you sketch close to home or during travels to distant places, all you need to refresh your creative pursuits are open eyes, a handful of materials, and a little guidance and practice.

Draw a range of 50 beautiful botanical subjects, including flowers, plants and fruits, in just 10 simple steps each!10 Step Drawing: Botanicals is the ideal starting point for any illustrator looking for visual inspiration and easy-to-follow instruction.Features illustrated tutorials for over 50 alluring plants – from striking wildflowers and dramatic climbers and creepers to humble houseplants and luscious fruits.Every botanical subject is fun and easy to replicate in ten simple steps using just a pen and paper.There are handy drawing prompts at every stage, and each subject comes with suggestions for a beautiful, coloured finish.Learning to draw has never been easier!This is the latest title in the best-selling series that has sold over 1m copies in 17 different languages.

3 professional artists show you how to create beautiful pastel paintings in this guide for soft pastel painting enthusiasts of all skill levels! Features 13 easy-to-follow projects and step-by-step guidance on need-to-know pastel painting techniques.  Your course in pastel painting starts now! This practical and comprehensive guide teaches you everything you need to know about creating stunning artwork with soft pastels. Inside you’ll find information on:  Pastel painting basics such as blending, adding tone, and moreLandscape painting and composition, including trees, water, and moreCapturing light with pastels, with tips on colour mixingFlower painting and composition, with tips on adding water to pastels. Then, put your skills to the test in 13 easy-to-follow, step-by-step pastel painting projects – and draw inspiration from paintings by 3 professional artists! Pastel painting is easier than ever with this classic guide for beginner and experienced artists.This book collects material from the following titles in the Step-by-Step Leisure Arts series: Painting with Pastels by Peter Coombs; Landscapes in Pastel by Paul Hardy; Flowers in Pastel by Margaret Evans; Light in Pastel by Paul Hardy.Previously published as 9781844488612.

In Morpho: Clothing Folds and Creases, artist and teacher Michel Lauricella presents a unique approach to learning to draw clothing. By connecting the underlying anatomy to clothing, as well as considering the body's posture and movement, you can learn to draw accurate and realistic clothing. Whether you're interested in art, animation, or fashion, this book is a great resource for anyone sketching or drawing clothing. Geared toward artists of all levels from beginners through professionals this handy, pocket-sized book will help spark your imagination and creativity. (Publisher's Note: This book features an exposed binding style. This is intentional, as it is designed to help the book lay flat as you draw.) Table of Contents Foreword Introduction Head and Neck Torso and Shoulders Upper Limbs Lower Limbs Resources

Bridgman’s classic, essential guide: 1,000+ drawings and 22 expert lessons on mastering the human figure from every angleBridgman’s Complete Guide to Drawing from Life combines six well-known books by celebrated artist and lecturer George A. Bridgman, who taught figure and anatomy drawing at New York City's Art Students League. This fifth edition preserves Bridgman’s comprehensive, unequalled lessons and original sketches but repackages it with a new eye-catching cover that distinguishes it from the competition. In addition, the interior art has been cleaned and the design freshened in two-color. In its sleek new format, this authoritative volume is sure to continue as one of the premier figure-drawing publications of all time.

A complete outdoor painting course in ink and watercolour!Learn the art of painting big by going tiny. From building your pocket-sized art kit to conquering creative fears, acclaimed artist Leslie Stroz teaches you how to capture the essence of a place with just a few strokes of pen and brush.Packed with step-by-step guidance and expert tipsDiscover the key elements of tiny art: from Line and Value to Form and TextureGo beyond the basics and learn how to choose dynamic compositions, mix colours, and avoid common mistakesPractical advice on planning a trip to the great outdoors and how best to enjoy Plein Air PaintingFollow the progress of five art projects from start to finish to fully understand the practice, process and principles of tiny paintingBe inspired to find joy in the small, whether you’re in your garden, a bustling cafe, or a seaswept beachFor beginners and seasoned artists alike, Leslie Stroz will show you how to see the world differently and to capture it, one pocket-sized masterpiece at a time.

The human head and hands are the most difficult elements in figure drawing, but world-class illustrator Andrew Loomis' classic primer offers the solution. Revered among artists for his mastery of figure drawing and clean, realist style, Loomis' hugely influential art instruction books have never been bettered. "Drawing the Head and Hands" is the second in Titan's programme of facsimile editions.

Learn how to start a botanical sketchbook, to improve both your drawing skills and your appreciation of the natural world, with renowned botanical illustrator and tutor Dianne Sutherland.Sketchbooks are a simple and accessible way of becoming more involved with nature, with all the wellbeing benefits that brings, while learning to draw and paint with purpose. This beautiful yet practical book is aimed at those just starting out in botanical art and nature journaling, as well as more experienced artists looking to evolve their sketching practice.• Explore a variety of subjects: From delicate flowers and towering trees to fascinating insects and their habitats.• Learn to compose your sketches effectively: Highlight key features and capture the unique beauty of each specimen.• Experiment with different techniques and materials: Add depth and dimension to your work with expert guidance.• Incorporate colour swatches, notes, and labels: Enhance your sketchbook's educational value and create a lasting record of your observations.In this comprehensive book packed with step-by-step instructions, Dianne generously shares her knowledge on selecting the perfect sketchbook (or even making your own with simple bookbinding techniques), to the in-depth development of sketchbook pages, covering content and composition, what parts of the plant to include, how to deal with different subjects, and how to bring your work to life with simple watercolour techniques.Illustrated throughout with examples of Dianne's beautiful sketchbook pages this is a truly inspirational guide that will give you everything you need to start creating stunning nature sketchbooks and journals.Discover the profound therapeutic benefits of botanical sketchbooking, immerse yourself in nature, observe the intricate details of plants and insects, and harness your creativity to capture their essence on paper with Sketching Nature.

A Million Kittens is a super-cute colouring book designed for cat lovers of all ages.Inside, there are over 30 spreads filled with all kinds of kittens, from gorgeous Ragdolls and Siamese to cute Tabby cats and Scottish Folds. Each illustration shows different kittens’ adventures, which are all decorated with beautiful patterns and motifs. Lulu’s instantly recognizable style brings gentle fun and humour to each scene, which kids and adults alike will love bringing to life with colour. A new title in Lulu Mayo’s bestselling A Million series.Also available in the series:9781789296082 A Million Puppies9781789295245 A Million Baby Animals9781789291063 A Million Sloths

Drawing into Painting reveals Lucian Freud’s lifelong focus on the human face and form, tracing the intimate dialogue between his sketches and paintings from the 1930s to the early 21st century. Lucian Freud (1922–2011) is celebrated as one of the great figurative realist artists of the twentieth century, who devoted his artistic life to portraiture. Famously stating that ‘everything is a portrait’, he created intensely observed portraits of animals and plants, as well as his family members and those in his social circle and daily life. Drawing into Painting explores how drawing remained central to Freud’s artistic practice throughout his life. From quick sketches to finished works in charcoal, pastel, and etching, his drawings offer a rare window into his process, revealing shifts in style, experimentation, and his evolving way of seeing. Spanning from his childhood to his final years, the book traces the unconventional path from his drawing practice to his painting, and back again.Alongside a selection of key paintings by Freud and others, the book includes conversations with David Dawson, Freud’s close friend and assistant, and Bella Freud, the artist’s daughter. Insightful essays by writer and curator Catherine Lampert, British Museum drawings curator Isabel Seligman, and acclaimed novelist Colm Tóibín further illuminates Freud’s world and legacy.

The legendary artist and musician as seen through the most comprehensive collection of his drawings ever published.A significant figure in outsider, lo-fi, and alternative scenes, Daniel Johnston inspired musicians and listeners for decades. From his origins in the Austin scene in the mid-1980s, where he performed at local venues while working at McDonald’s, to his appearance on MTV and championing by Kurt Cobain, to eventual world fame, Johnston’s singular compositions and raw lyrics earned him lifelong fans.Predating his interest in music and continuing alongside it, art was Johnston’s longest-running passion. This publication presents drawings spanning four decades of Johnston’s production, including many rare and previously unseen pieces. The artist’s brightly colored illustrations, incorporating figures from pop culture, devils, and heroes, blended with his own original characters, range from his iconic “Jeremiah the Innocent Frog” to surrealist landscapes. With the support of Johnston’s family and estate, the first comprehensive project since his passing includes remembrances from his brother, musicians, and artists, and benefits the Hi, How Are You Project.

Create characterful, eye-catching portraits using this inspiring, in-depth guide from world-renowned master artist Giovanni Civardi.Explore the anatomy that underpins human morphology, discover practical techniques for capturing form, movement, light and character, and study drawings from Civardi's own inspiring sketchbooks.This book is essential for anyone wishing to learn or improve on their drawing skills. Starting with the necessary tools and materials, move on to a fundamental exploration of human anatomy and delve into practical considerations such as the technical intricacies of light and shade. With skills and knowledge built up over a career of medical study and artistic exploration, Civardi gives expert guidance on drawing stunning, characterful portraits, from newborns and infants to the elderly, focusing on the facial features individually, as well as the body as a whole.In this comprehensive guide you will learn how to:draw facial features for a range of ages and genders;compose a successful portrait;work with light and shade;work in different mediums;understand the anatomy and morphology of both adults and children; draw portraits using grids;capture character and expression.Civardi’s technical advice and tips, alongside his own stunning drawings, accrued throughout an illustrious career, make this a crucial resource for any artist.Praise for previous series title, Drawing: A Complete Guide: 'Full of expert advice and practical tips, this is a brilliant book that covers all of the essentials for drawing different subjects.' - Waterstones PiccadillyThis comprehensive guide brings together six books from Search Press’s successful series: The Art of Drawing: Drawing Portraits (2002)The Art of Drawing: Sketching People (2011)The Art of Drawing: Heads and Faces (2012)The Art of Drawing: Portraits of Babies and Children (2017)Drawing Using Grids: Portraits with Character (2018)Drawing Using Grids: Portraits of Babies and Children (2018)The constituent books have been translated from Italian.

Make a big impact with tiny drawings! A unique, super-accessible and highly addictive art activity book for would-be artists of all ages and abilities.Lose yourself in the joy of detail with this unique – and addictive – drawing activity book from popular artist Licosmoss (@licosmoss).From tiny mushrooms, foliage and flowers, to ladybirds, bees, cats and tiny houses, the 20 whimsical doodle projects show you how to create your own intricate, magical worlds.Step-by-steps teach you how to build up each key shape, with space to practice provided, before you create your own artworks on a partially completed template, then colour them in.Hints and tips are provided throughout to encourage you to be creative, forget the rules and have fun with art.Lay-flat pages make drawing in the book easier and all pages are perforated so you can pull out and keep your finished artwork.Black-and-white versions of all the projects are included at the end of the book as an additional colouring activity.