Art Techniques

Updated June 9, 2026
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The artist's complete guide to facial expression
Faigin, Gary, 1950-
Paper Book
This invaluable resource deals with the subtleties of human emotion conveyed by facial expressions. The images focus on the action of muscles in three key areas of the face - forehead and brows, the eyes and the mouth and chin.
The artist's complete guide to figure drawing a contemporary perspective on the classical tradition
Ryder, Anthony.
Paper Book
Many of us want to learn "how to draw." But as artist Anthony Ryder explains, it's much more important to learn what to draw. In other words, to observe and draw what we actually see, rather than what we think we see. When it comes to drawing the human figure, this means letting go of learned ideas...
The artist's handbook
Smith, Ray, 1949-2018
Paper Book
Fully restyled and revised for the twenty-first century artist. The Artist's Handbook is packed with information on the traditional art methods of drawing, painting, and printmaking together with significant modern art techniques such as digital photography, digital printing, and digital image...
Color drawing a marker/colored-pencil approach for architects, landscape architects, interior and graphic designers, and artists
Doyle, Michael E.
Paper Book
The Third Edition of Michael Doyle's classic Color Drawing remains the ultimate up-to-date resource for professionals and students who need to develop and communicate design ideas with clear, attractive, impressive color drawings. Update with over 100 pages, this Third Edition contains...
Drawing essentials a guide to drawing from observation
Rockman, Deborah A., 1954-
Paper Book
Designed for introductory studio art courses in drawing, Drawing Essentials thoroughly addresses the three subcategories that are generally considered most important at the foundation level--basic drawing (non-subject specific), figure drawing, and perspective drawing. It explains clearly and in...
Drawing the human head
Hogarth, Burne.
Paper Book
The acclaimed cartoonist hailed as the "Michelangelo of the comic strip" presents a comprehensive and authoritative guide on how to draw any type of head from every angle, age the face from infancy to old age, and much more. In Drawing the Human Head, Burne Hogarth...
The encyclopedia of cartooning techniques
Whitaker, Steve.
Paper Book
Easy-to-use, full-color, A-to-Z reference guides to basic and advanced techniques.
Exploring storyboarding
Tumminello, Wendy
Paper Book
An effective combination of creative exercises, real-life examples, and simple illustrations are integrated in this "how-to" book, teaching readers to develop their storyboarding skills for a variety of media types, including film, television, animation, and interactive media. Each aspect of the...
The figure in watercolor simple, fast, and focused
Stabin, Mel.
Paper Book
Following in the footsteps of Watercolor: Simple, Fast, and Focused is Mel Stabin's latest: The Figure in Watercolor: Simple, Fast, and Focused. Capturing a figure's unique personality and multifaceted quality in watercolor is challenging--but Stabin demonstrates, step by step, how the...
How to draw comics the Marvel way
Lee, Stan, 1922-2018
Paper Book
Written by the iconic Stan Lee, How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way is a must-have book for Marvel fans and anyone looking to draw their first comic strip. Stan Lee, the Mighty Man from Marvel, and John Buscema, active and adventuresome artist behind the Silver Surfer, Conan...
How to draw what you see
De Reyna, Rudy, 1914- author.
Paper Book
The 35th anniversary edition of the classic how-to book that has helped millions of artists learn to draw. When it was originally published in 1970, How to Draw What You See zoomed to the top of Watson-Guptill's best-seller list-and it has remained there ever since. "I...
Make your own pixel art create graphics for games, animations, and more!
Dawe, Jennifer
Paper Book
Make Your Own Pixel Art is a complete, illustrated introduction to the creation of pixel art aimed at beginners just starting out right through to the experienced pixel artist wanting to enhance their skills. Hand anyone a pencil and paper and they can start drawing, but...
Modern watercolor botanicals : a creative workshop in watercolor, gouache, & ink
Simon, Sarah
Paper Book
Unwind and get creative as you learn all about watercolor painting-one of the fastest-growing activities for everyday adults who are looking for a hobby to easily relax and relieve stress! Modern Watercolor Botanicals is a comprehensive guide for all skill levels-beginner...
Painting calm [electronic resource] Connect to nature through the art of watercolour
Buividavice, Inga.
Paper Book
Find inner calm and happiness in this beautiful, meditative and earthy watercolour instruction book from nature lover, teacher and artist Inga Buivadavice. Art therapy and the act of painting is widely acknowledged to bring positive mental health benefits...
Shibori the inventive art of Japanese shaped resist dyeing : tradition, techniques, innovation
Wada, Yoshiko Iwamoto.
Paper Book
A reference source to the dyeing technique of shibori. The book is illustrated throughout and presents a complete survey of the craft, from its origins, over 1000 years ago to the latest 20th-century innovations. Potential for creating designs in textiles can be seen even in the physical properties...
The Tamarind book of lithography art & techniques
Antreasian, Garo Z., 1922-
Paper Book
You can draw in 30 days the fun, easy way to learn to draw in one month or less
Kistler, Mark, author, illustrator.
Paper Book
Pick up your pencil, embrace your inner artist, and learn how to draw in thirty days with this approachable step-by-step guide from an Emmy award-winning PBS host. Drawing is an acquired skill, not a talent -- anyone can learn to draw! All you need is a...

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