{"title":"Ballyraven","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our Ballyraven collection, where imagination meets artistic expression. Ballyraven is a contemporary author renowned for bringing mythical creatures to life with a unique blend of reality and fantasy. The collection captivates readers with its vivid storytelling and eloquent writing style, drawing you into a world where Cryptid Creatures roam freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBallyraven's works are more than just stories; they are an exploration of Arts \u0026amp; Culture through the lens of intriguing and often elusive creatures. Each book delves into the mythology and folklore that surround these beings, providing insight into how our cultural narratives shape and are shaped by them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith an emphasis on creativity, Ballyraven expertly crafts narratives that are both entertaining and educational, offering readers a chance to explore their fascination with the unknown. If you are curious about the artistic side of mythical creatures and enjoy a cultural adventure, the Ballyraven collection is your perfect starting point. Enjoy the journey into a world where the boundaries of imagination are endlessly expanded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the richly woven tales within the Ballyraven series, and let yourself be transported to a realm that challenges your perception of culture, art, and fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cryptid-creatures-by-ballyraven-9781577155317","title":"Cryptid Creatures","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to draw a multitude of menacing monsters, creepy cryptids, and gruesome ghouls in this step-by-step drawing guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShh. Did you hear that? That must have just been the wind rustling the leaves of the trees overhead—or could it have been Bigfoot?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Definitely Bigfoot.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCryptids are animals whose legends are spread far and wide at slumber parties, sleepaway campfires, or on internet webpages you stumble across at 2 a.m. Their existence has never been confirmed by science, but that doesn't make them any less fascinating! In \u003cem\u003eCryptid Creatures\u003c\/em\u003e, learn how to draw 35 different types of cryptids from all around the world and pick up a thing or two about their origins as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor artists of all skill levels, this step-by-step drawing book will show you how to sketch basic shapes and forms, as well as use shading techniques to help your drawings come alive. Learn to draw such creatures as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBigfoot\u003c\/em\u003e, aka Sasquatch, the iconic cryptid said to inhabit the Pacific Northwest of North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Loch Ness Monster, the underwater sea creature said to lurk in the depths of Scotland's Loch Ness. Affectionately known as \u003cem\u003eNessie\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Mongolian Death Worm, a gigantic worm that allegedly lives in the most remote reaches of the Gobi Desert. Probably wants a friend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Bunyip, a creature of ambiguous description stated to haunt bodies of water in Australia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMothman, the classic harbinger of doom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e...And more!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book also provides guidance on cryptid anatomy so you can create your own, unique cryptids. With both drawing instruction and tales of global folklore to engage your mind, \u003cem\u003eCryptid Creatures\u003c\/em\u003e will transport you to a world of shadows and spookiness that will have you producing \"realistic\" illustrations with a touch of the fantastical in no time flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47362550071532,"sku":"9781577155317","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14516463482749.jpg?v=1772890919"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/ballyraven.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}