Diane Cardaci

Get the background in drawing that you need to dive into creating textured works like a pro with Drawing: Basic Textures in Pencil. From handling the pencil and mastering basic techniques to learning about value, form, and shading, Basic Textures in Pencil teaches beginning artists all of the elements needed to achieve realistic results in their drawings. Helpful and intuitive...

Packed with practical advice, helpful tips, and step-by-step drawing techniques, The Art of Drawing People is a comprehensive resource for artists of all skill levels. With step-by-step instruction from a variety of artists, you'll find plenty of helpful tips on choosing the right tools and materials, fundamental drawing techniques, developing value and shading, and setting up an effective composition. The...

With Drawing: Faces & Expressions, learn to draw detailed, realistic human faces in graphite pencil from basic shapes. Perfect for beginning artists, Faces & Expressions (Drawing step by step) offers a comprehensive introduction on how to draw faces and expressions—the most important aspects of an individual. First, learn everything about the tools and materials you need to get started, including...