Alamosa Public Library

Step-by-step demonstrations and detailed instructions explain basic drawing and shading techniques for drawing realistic animals, children, plants, and more.

How small is small? In The Big Book of Tiny Art you'll discover a dynamic collection of miniature artwork, most no bigger than a large coin, covering a wide range of subjects, from animals and food to people and places. Showcasing painting and drawing, this inspirational guidebook provides an up-close look at the art of the miniature. Learn to paint and draw your own tiny masterpieces as you follow the simple step-by-step instructions. Each section...

Whether you're a beginning artist or a pro looking to sharpen your skills, you'll find invaluable information for mastering the fundamentals of drawing including: basic strokes including flat, crosshatching and directional strokes; drawing styles from quick sketches to detailed blended-stroke drawings; how to draw landscape elements including trees, shadows and paths; and methods of conquering perspective

A full-color illustrated guide to learning how to draw realistic flowers, animals, buildings, and people using colored pencils.

When El Dragón attacks, artistic Miguel must save his family and prove his colored pencils are mightier than their swords.