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How to Draw: Sea Creatures

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Series: How to Draw
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How to Draw: Sea Creatures by Jonathan Newey is a guide for aspiring artists, focusing on techniques to draw a variety of marine life. This book, part of the Arts & Culture category, walks readers through step-by-step instructions, providing insights into capturing the unique shapes and details of various sea creatures. It is perfect for both beginners and those looking to refine their artistic skills in drawing oceanic wildlife.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by marine life and possess a passion for sketching. It offers step-by-step guidance suitable for both beginners and experienced artists, making it an inspiring resource to bring sea creatures to life on paper.

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Learn to draw 28 dolphins and other aquatic creatures from scratch in six easy steps.

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Capture the mystery and magic of the ocean by drawing this collection of 28 aquatic creatures.

Award-winning artist Jonathan Newey teaches you to transform simple shapes into characterful creatures including dolphins, clownfish, crabs, jellyfish, whales, sharks, turtles and more.

There are 28 different sea creatures to create, in a variety of poses and styles. Each project starts with a few basic outlines and progresses into a finished tonal drawing; a final coloured version shows you how to develop your drawing even further.

Perfect for beginners, as well as budding artists, you'll be amazed how easily you too can bring the ocean to life with this inspiring guide.

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  • How to Draw: Sea Creatures
    Capture the mystery and magic of the ocean by drawing this collection of 28 aquatic creatures. Award-winning artist Jonathan Newey teaches you to transform simple shapes into characterful creatures including dolphins, clownfish, crabs, jellyfish, whales, sharks, turtles and more. There are 28 different sea creatures to create, in a variety of poses and styles. Each project starts with a few...
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

How to Draw: Sea Creatures by Jonathan Newey is praised for its accessible approach to drawing aquatic life, making it ideal for beginners and aspiring artists. With 28 projects, the book guides readers from basic outlines to detailed, tonal drawings and even offers tips for adding colour. The clear instructions and variety of sea creatures help capture the ocean's charm and intricacy.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800921016

Publisher: Search Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Search Press Ltd

Illustration: 150 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 292.0mm

Weight: 196g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Jonathan Newey is an award-winning artist with extensive experience in many drawing and painting mediums including coloured pencil. He comes from a long line of artists and studied art and design at the London College of Printing. He is a City & Guilds qualified teacher and has over 20 years' experience of teaching in adult education. He has many drawings and paintings in collections both nationally and internationally and has demonstrated for most of the top manufacturers in the UK. Jonathan is an active promoter of the coloured pencil as a serious drawing medium and is a founder member of the UK Coloured Pencil Society. To see more of his work visit his website www.jonathannewey.com

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