{"product_id":"drawing-faces-expressions-learn-to-draw-step-by-step-paperback","title":"Drawing: Faces \u0026 Expressions: Learn to Draw Step by Step - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDiane Cardaci\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith \u003ci\u003eDrawing: Faces \u0026amp; Expressions, \u003c\/i\u003e learn to draw detailed, realistic human faces in graphite pencil from basic shapes.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Perfect for beginning artists, \u003ci\u003eFaces \u0026amp; Expressions o\u003c\/i\u003effers a \u003cb\u003ecomprehensive introduction\u003c\/b\u003e on how to draw faces and expressions--the most important aspects of an individual. First, learn everything about the \u003cb\u003etools and materials\u003c\/b\u003e you need to get started, including selecting the right pencils, papers, and erasers for their work. Then discover tips for \u003cb\u003edrawing and shading techniques, \u003c\/b\u003e such as how to achieve volume, suggest depth, and render various hair and skin textures. With some knowledge of pencil drawing basics, begin mastering the art of drawing the human face through a series of helpful examples and easy-to-follow, \u003cb\u003estep-by-step projects. \u003c\/b\u003eProjects include a child portrait, an adult portrait, a senior portrait, and others that feature different techniques for capturing expressions and rendering features, including eyes, mouths, noses, and hands. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Featuring the stunning artwork of gifted artist Diane Cardaci, this 10.25 × 13.75-inch book features artwork designed to inspire a classical approach to rendering faces in \u003cb\u003egraphite pencil.\u003c\/b\u003e With its wide-ranging instruction, plethora of artist tips, and beautiful artwork, \u003ci\u003eFaces \u0026amp; Expressions\u003c\/i\u003e is the \u003cb\u003eperfect resource\u003c\/b\u003e for any beginning portrait artist. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Designed for beginners, the How to Draw \u0026amp; Paint series offers\u003cb\u003e easy-to-follow guides\u003c\/b\u003e that introduce artists to basic tools and materials and include simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist.\u003ci\u003e Drawing: Faces \u0026amp; Expressions\u003c\/i\u003e allows artists to develop drawing skills by demonstrating how to start with \u003cb\u003ebasic shapes \u003c\/b\u003eand use pencil and shading techniques to create varied textures, values, and details for a realistic, completed portrait drawing.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiane Cardaci\u003c\/b\u003e was classically trained at the Art Students League of New York City, Parsons School of Design, and the School of Visual Arts. Her passion for both realism and nature led her to start her professional art career working as a Natural Science Illustrator in New York City, where she specialized in medical and natural science illustrations. Her work has been published by the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, as well as by major textbook companies such as Holt, Rinehart, and Winston. After studying portraiture with nationally acclaimed artists such as Nelson Shanks and John Sanden, commissioned portrait work soon became an important part of her artwork. She is a signature member of the American Society of Portrait Artists and has contributed writing for the organization's publications. Diane is also a member of the Colored Pencil Society of America, the Graphic Artists Guild, and the Illustrator's Partnership of America.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 x 13.5 x 10 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 03, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51770435404064,"sku":"9781633228528","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/8263d95ccaea889a6dca397fbe85ca59.webp?v=1780371549","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/drawing-faces-expressions-learn-to-draw-step-by-step-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}