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Learn how to create stunning, expressive character illustrations using alcohol markers with this comprehensive how-to-draw book from popular artist Lidia Camb n (@msshanh). Using her signature, colorful style, popular artist Lidia Camb n shares the ins-and-outs of illustrating beautiful and unique characters with alcohol markers. Through this book's in-depth lessons, example illustrations, and practice pages, learn fundamental character drawing techniques like: The basics of color theory, and how it can be used thoughtfully to create unique characters Techniques for blending and shading with your markers, and how you can avoid streaks and splotches How to draw hair, facial expressions, and other human characteristics to add realism to your characters Choosing the right materials to make your illustrations pop ...and many more drawing techniques Whether you're new to drawing or an experienced illustrator, this book will teach you how to make your ideas come to life and create colorful, endearing character illustrations.

I Can Draw Comics [Bok / Pocket]

<b>Make your own paper plane designs inspired by some of art's greatest names. Simply cut out, fold and fly!</b><br/><br/>Paper plane expert Trevor Bounford has spent years sharing his creative templates for paper pilots of all skill level. Now his ingenious imagination propels the work of some of history's greatest artists to the skies.<br/><br/>With 16 templates - each reimagining an instantly recognisable masterpiece as an elegantly cultured flying machine - simply cut out, fold and enjoy flying these spectacularly swooping works of art. Whether you're launching Hokusai's iconic Great Wave off Kanagawa into the air, or watching Mondrian's Broadway Boogie Woogie soar, the simple instructions and cut out templates in this kit promise paper plane delight! With the designs carefully conceived to reflect a range of artists and art forms the selection also includes the work of Frida Kahlo, Hilma af Klint and Sonia Delaunay.

<b>Bestselling sewing author Gretchen Hirsch returns to her roots with a fresh look at fashion classics-how they were made then, and how modern day sewists can re-create them now</b><br/><br/>Gretchen Hirsch, aka "Gertie," returns to her roots with a dive into beloved fashion classics-the mermaid gown, the 1950s Hostess Set (think Lucille Ball), the Lilli Ann princess coat-plus a little fashion history, to inspire modern-day style mavens. Sewists, thrift shoppers, and fashion collectors will love making the patterns included in the book, and learning how to reproduce their favorite looks from any vintage garment.<br/><br/>The first half of the book is a journey through pattern and couture sewing techniques. Gretchen combines a bounty of sketches, historic images, process photos, and clear instructions to create an irresistible sewing guide and lookbook for the vintage fashion enthusiast.<br/><br/>In the second half, Gretchen deconstructs three intricate designs, and shows sewists how her studio re-creates a garment-all so that readers can do the same with their favorite styles. Focusing on just three designs offers a sewing and design foundation in a full range of sizes--from 2-34, with separate A-H cup sizes. This wide range is not easy to find in other sewing books, and more important than ever for body inclusivity. Each garment (two dresses and a jacket) is shown with detailed instructions and full-size paper sewing patterns.<br/><br/>Featured garments:<br/>The Structured Tropical Dress<br/>The Rita Blouse<br/>The Night and Day Dress<br/>The Lilli Ann-Style Princess Coat<br/>The Rose Dressing Gown<br/>The Tropical Mermaid Gown<br/>The Marilyn Jeans<br/>The Rose Marie Reid Swimsuit<br/>The Jane Set<br/>The Cummerbund Bubble Dress<br/>Plus full-size patterns for:<br/>The Madeleine Dress, the Camille Sheath Dress, and the Lillian Jacket

<b>The only hyper-realistic drawing book with the humour and taste that today's audience demands. You'll never look at a fried egg the in same way again!</b><br/><br/>With this book, you'll learn how to draw your own super-real artworks. Twenty step-by-step tutorials show you each stage on the way to an impressive finished effect. From a simple spoon to an appetizing avocado and beautiful rosebuds, you'll discover the confidence to have a go, as Sarah Evans expertly guides you through the materials and techniques you'll need.

<b>Celebrated illustrator Marion Deuchars is on a mission. Sharing a host of inspiring projects and ideas, this book shows people of all ages and artistic abilities how a little creativity every day can make a big difference.</b><br/><br/>Live the life of a true creative! With over 100 projects and ideas, Marion invites you to release your artistic potential. Spill some ink. Draw with a stick. Have a go at hand lettering, or painting with a mop! The ideas in this book are all about having fun and realising it's never too late to discover-or rediscover-your artistic side.<br/><br/>Projects like hand printing, marbling, cyanotype, and rubber stamping will absorb you for an enjoyable afternoon; others like street photography, beach sculpture, and dog doodling can be done in the moment. Get painting, printing, drawing, making and imagining and discover how little moments of creativity can bring great joy.

<b>Learn how to painlessly use your sewing machine AND make stylish clothes and accessories you actually want to wear.</b><br/><br/>Trained on Savile Row, Rehana Begum has taught sewing for years, and knows how to introduce beginners to their sewing machines without stress or disaster. Now she presents that expertise in this elegant, contemporary book.<br/><br/>Learn how to thread your machine, choose your stitch and start up without creating a frustrating tangle of knots. With clearly illustrated techniques and simple patterns (from a tote bag to a simple dress), you'll quickly be able to build on your skills and turn them into finished products to be proud of - even if it's your first time on a sewing machine.<br/><br/>Sewing machines can be intimidating. Rehana's expert knowledge promises to remove the fear and get you sewing - opening the way to a satisfying skill that will serve you for the rest of your life.