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Mythic Animals
Colour a Realm of Legendary Creatures
Series: Kerby's Selection
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A new title in LOM ART's 'Kerby's Selection' series, this enchanting colouring book brings together Kerby’s most celebrated images that take their inspiration from myths and legends around the world. Inside the book are 55 detailed drawings of mythical beings, from a majestic phoenix with wings...
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See moreA stunning compilation of mythical creatures taken from across the works of New York Times bestselling illustrator Kerby Rosanes.
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Description
A new title in LOM ART's 'Kerby's Selection' series, this enchanting colouring book brings together Kerby’s most celebrated images that take their inspiration from myths and legends around the world.
Inside the book are 55 detailed drawings of mythical beings, from a majestic phoenix with wings made of flames to a sinister werewolf prowling through the forest. Other creatures include Cerberus guarding the entrance to the Underworld, a white stag in a serene pond scene, and a huge river snake morphing into a waterfall.
The perfect way to celebrate Kerby’s most magical animal creations to date, fans will love bringing the intricate scenes to life with colour.
Please note: This book contains material previously published in Worlds Within Worlds, Mythomorphia and Mythic World.
Also available in the series:
Wondrous Animals 9781915751089
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781915751294
Publisher: Michael O'Mara Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 September 2024
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: LOM Art
Illustration: B&W illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 9.0mm
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 250.0mm
Weight: 405g
Pages: 96
About the Author
Philippines-based illustrator Kerby Rosanes has turned his stunningly detailed and fantastical artwork into a worldwide publishing phenomenon. Working mainly with ordinary black pens, Kerby's art is characterized by whimsical lines, patterns and doodle creatures which are combined to create awe-inspiring compositions.
He left his job as a graphic designer in a local company to finally pursue his passion: creating more art for personal projects and for various clients, and collaborating with other artists and design agencies around the world.
Kerby's colouring and doodling books, Animorphia, Imagimorphia, Mythomorphia, Fantomorphia,Geomorphia,Colourmorphia, Kaleidomorphia, Worlds Within Worlds, Fragile World, Mythic World, Alien Worlds and World of Colour published by LOM ART (Michael O'Mara Books), have been hugely successful and have sold over two million copies across 35 territories.
Website: www.kerbyrosanes.com
Instagram: @kerbyrosanes
'Sketchy Stories' on facebook: www.facebook.com/sketchystoriesblog
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