{"title":"Peng","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeng\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a charming collection of books that inspire creativity and foster artistic skills. These titles, such as \u003cem\u003eI Can Draw\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eI Can Draw Cats\u003c\/em\u003e, guide readers through approachable drawing techniques with clear instructions and playful illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for art enthusiasts of all ages, Peng's books emphasise hands-on learning and the joy of visual expression. They celebrate the process of drawing as both a relaxing pastime and a way to build confidence in artistic abilities.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"i-can-draw-cats-by-peng-9780500298169","title":"I Can Draw Cats","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA fun and approachable guide to drawing cats, from the popular creator of Hirameki.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCats are funny, cheeky and simply enchanting. All of their characters and much more can be captured in expressive drawings with just a few strokes. Cartoonist and cat lover Peng reveals how it's done — and proves once again that with a little practice, anyone can do it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA wide variety of cat portraits can be created in no time at all: from minimalist sketches to complete small paintings. You will quickly be able to get your four-legged friends moving (or just let them hang out), capture their emotions and tell little stories in an uncomplicated way. It doesn't matter if they look realistic; it's about having the courage to experiment and just start doodling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI Can Draw Cats\u003c\/em\u003e invites you to embrace your creativity and discover the joy of drawing, one delightful cat at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47078794887404,"sku":"9780500298169","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2802553482366.jpg?v=1765221570"},{"product_id":"i-can-draw-by-peng-9780500652428","title":"I can draw","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no doubt about it: whether you're a newbie or a dab hand, drawing can often be daunting. That's why cartoons are the best place to start! From the co-creator of the best-selling \u003ci\u003eHirameki: Draw What You See\u003c\/i\u003e comes a stylish yet playful approach to drawing cartoons, designed to excite even the most tentative artists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOver several decades teaching in schools and art colleges, Austrian cartoonist Peng has developed expert knowledge of the building blocks of drawing and sketching. As he shows, creativity can come from anywhere. Entire sketches can spring up from the simplest lines or curves. Even found objects can spark brilliance—who knows, maybe a stone or leaf could provide the next flash of inspiration!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeng's easy-to-follow guide inspires confidence and creativity by showing how even complete novices can quickly learn how to draw characters and develop their own individual style. Starting with the basics of figure construction and moving through to expression, movement, and animals, the artist conjures up delightful cartoons with wicked humour and a lightness of touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSimple tips and exercises reveal how anyone and everyone can master the art of drawing, encouraging the reader to experiment with a variety of techniques executed through brush, pencil, and pen. Don't be afraid of drawing, concludes Peng, in this enjoyable and addictive starter book—you make the rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith 200 illustrations in colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47596642238700,"sku":"9780500652428","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/ecacdd1ea122db29a82c504e5e6c6d92.jpg?v=1777940611"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/peng.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}