ART BOOKS

Young artists learn to bring their favorite creatures to life with this step-by-step illustrated instructions guide. Learn how to draw realistic zoo animals, including: Panda bear, Giraffe and Elephant amongst others.

Book dimensions: 21.6 x 0.3 x 27.9 cm.

Number of pages: 32

The Landscape Painter's Workbook is the definitive hands-on guide to the time-honored techniques and essential elements of landscape painting. Written by celebrated landscape artist, instructor, and author Mitchell Albala, this richly informative and beautifully illustrated volume leads you step by step through his approach to the genre, from establishing a composition using basic shapes to applying time-tested colour strategies, with all-new lessons, practical exercises, and special topics. With examples of work by 45 contemporary landscape painters—more than 80 paintings in all—​in oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolour, the lessons are suitable for all mediums. Each painting is thoroughly analysed in terms of shape, composition, or colour, with supporting diagrams, thumbnails, and photographs.

Author: Mitchell Albala

Paperback

Size: 215.9x279.4 mm

Pages: 176

10 Step Drawing: Animals by Heather Kilgour is the perfect beginner-friendly guide for learning how to draw animals with confidence. Using simple, easy-to-follow steps, this book breaks each drawing into 10 clear stages, helping readers build skills gradually while developing their own style.

Featuring a wide range of animals, from pets to wildlife, this book is ideal for children, teens, hobby artists and anyone looking to improve their drawing skills. With helpful tips, clean illustrations and accessible techniques, it makes drawing fun, achievable and relaxing.

Sketch 50 amazing animals, step by step, in just 10 minutes each! Draw all creatures ‘great and small’, including woodland, farmyard, aquatic, domestic and wild animals using this stunningly simple, easy-to-follow book. Guaranteed to boost your drawing confidence and skill, award-winning artist Jonathan Newey uses simple shapes, built up step by step, so that you can quickly and easily sketch 50 different animals from all over the world, including: Brilliant big cats such as lions, tigers and cheetahs; Feathered friends such as birds of prey, flamboyant flamingos and wise owls; Playful pets such as adorable rabbits, loyal dogs and mischievous kittens. Every project contains between 6 and 10 illustrated steps, simple instructions and an inspirational ‘colour me’ tip box containing colour swatches and advice, in case you’d like to transform your finished drawing with colour in Jonathan’s case, coloured pencils have been used, but you could use whichever medium you like. This book is perfect for beginner artists who’ve never drawn before and who want an easy guide to drawing their favourite animals; it’s also a perfect prompt for more experienced illustrators searching for sketching ideas and keen to observe and recreate the character, poise and energy of a range of species. 10 minutes at a time is all you need!

Sketch 50 beautiful botanical projects, step by step, in just 10 minutes each!

Create your own blowsy roses, delicate orchids, geometric succulents and glistening strawberries using these stunningly simple, easy-to-follow techniques.

Guaranteed to boost your drawing confidence and skill, popular botanical artist Emma Tildesley uses simple shapes, built up step by step, so that you can quickly and easily sketch a gorgeous botanical collection

Master colour mixing and build confidence in your watercolour skills with 3 Colour Watercolour by award-winning artist Katie Putt. Designed for beginners and hobby artists alike, this charming guide features 30 step-by-step projects using just three paint colours at a time.

Organised into 10 inspiring chapters—each based on a unique 3-colour palette, from vibrant jewel tones to soothing Scandinavian-inspired hues—you’ll explore how to mix a wide spectrum of colours from just a few pure paints. With each chapter offering three delightful mini projects, including animals, flowers, plants, and sweet treats, you'll learn how to create beautiful artwork while gaining a deeper understanding of colour relationships, layering, and tonal values.

Helpful colour charts, easy-to-follow instructions, and tips throughout make this a fun and accessible resource for anyone looking to explore limited palette painting or refine their understanding of watercolour.

Be Stress-Free and Colour is the perfect book for stressed-out adults who want to reconnect, simply and easily, with their inner creativity. In this guided colouring book for adults looking for some me-time, art therapist Lacy Mucklow and artist Angela Porter offer up over 50 colouring pages.

Printmaking is enjoying a revival, and this practical guide is perfect for anyone eager to explore linocut and screenprinting. Led by artist and experienced tutor Susan Yeates, you'll learn the core techniques to create your own prints with confidence.

Susan—founder of the printmaking studio Magenta Sky—shares her expert knowledge through ten easy-to-follow projects. Whether you're printing greeting cards, framed artwork, custom seed packets, or personalised textiles like bags and tea towels, each project includes a clear list of materials and step-by-step instructions. Packed with helpful tips and over 400 full-colour illustrations, this book is ideal for beginners and creative crafters alike.

Bring a little joy to every mailbox with the official Bobbie Goods Postcard Coloring Book!

4.25" × 6.5" 108mm × 165mm

Featuring 20 detachable postcards, 10 full-colour and 10 ready to colour, plus 35 adorable stickers.

This charming collection is filled with Bobbie Goods’ nostalgic, whimsical art.

Perfect for creative downtime or sending heartfelt notes, each sturdy postcard is ready to mail worldwide.

A delightful treat for art lovers, stationery fans, and anyone who loves spreading smiles.

Step into the shadows and uncover the mysteries of a haunted city! Color & Sleuth: Haunted City combines the fun of colouring with hidden-object sleuthing. Each detailed illustration reveals a spooky scene filled with ghosts, ghouls, and eerie surprises—just waiting for you to bring them to life with colour.

As you colour, keep your eyes sharp—each page contains hidden objects and clever details to find. Part puzzle, part colouring book, this title is perfect for creative kids, Halloween fans, and anyone who loves a little mystery with their art.

Unleash your imagination and bring mysterious legends to life with Cryptid Creatures Learn to Draw. This fun and engaging drawing book guides artists of all ages step by step through creating famous cryptids such as Bigfoot, Mothman, the Loch Ness Monster, Chupacabra, and more.

Whether you’re a beginner or a budding illustrator, the easy-to-follow instructions make sketching these legendary beasts simple and enjoyable. Along the way, you’ll learn useful drawing tips, explore imaginative details, and develop your own artistic style.

Perfect for cryptid fans, young artists, or anyone who loves myths and monsters, this book is a great addition to art classrooms, after-school activities, or rainy-day fun at home.

Learn to draw a cuddly collection of 30 characterful cats! In no more than 6 simple stages, Polly Pinder shows you how to draw and colour 30 cats and kittens. Make up your own menagerie of feline friends from a slinky Siamese to a puffed-up Persian; a tabby on the prowl to a tortoiseshell with a shiny bell. Each cute kitty is developed in no more than 6 easy stages, from a rough sketch of the basic shapes to a full-colour pet paw-trait in watercolour or coloured pencil whatever medium you choose. Within the book's easy-to-follow landscape format the cats leap to life across the pages, making them purr-fect for budding artists of all pedigrees: from kids looking for afterschool art projects to adults wanting to create lifelike pet portraits. The book contains material previously published in How to Draw Cats (2008), PLUS 5 pretty kitties drawn specially for this new volume!

Learn to draw a playful pack of 30 perfect pooches! In no more than 6 simple stages, Susie Hodge shows you how to draw and colour 30 dogs and puppies. Create your own kennel of canine companions from an endearing chocolate Labrador puppy to a rascal of a Jack Russell terrier; a pocket-size chihuahua to a mammoth Great Dane! Each adorable dog is developed in no more than 6 easy stages, from a rough sketch of the basic shapes through to the finished, coloured paw-trait in watercolour or coloured pencil whatever medium you choose. Within the book's easy-to-follow landscape format the dogs leap to life across the pages, making them ideal for budding artists of all pedigrees: from kids looking for afterschool art projects to adults wanting to create lifelike pet portraits. The book contains material previously published in How to Draw Dogs (2010), PLUS 5 dashing dogs drawn specially for this new volume!

Welcome to Draw It Happy! by artist and author Terry Runyan, a supersized collection of step-by-step lessons taken from her two popular Draw 62 titles, Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Happy and Draw 62 Characters and Make Them Happy. Presented in a compact, easy-to-carry format, an amazing 100+ lessons teach you how to achieve mirth and merriment in all your drawings. Simple steps help you develop basic drawing skills as you learn to create and connect the geometric shapes that comprise each figure, add identifying features such as ears, arms, or feet, then fill in the facial attributes that bring each character to life. Beginner-friendly presentation. Each lesson is presented on one page, some with fun variations showing different poses, outfits, accessories, and expressions. Funny animals include an anteater, a dolphin, a guinea pig, and a lion. Fantastic characters include a bookworm, a couch potato, a night owl, and a sweet tooth. Draw It Happy! is a rich resourcefor beginner artists, cartoonists, and doodlers who want to have fun as they build their drawing skills and develop their own characters. The titles in the Draw It! series from Quarry Books offer readers a huge variety of easy drawing lessons for fun, cute, and comical characters, all in a great little package.

Bring your animal art to life with Drawing and Painting Animals with Expression by Marjolein Kruijt. This beautifully illustrated guide helps artists of all levels capture the spirit, character, and unique personality of animals in both drawing and painting.

With over 200 stunning examples and clear, expert guidance, Marjolein shares her techniques for portraying expressive eyes, lifelike fur textures, and emotive poses across a wide range of animals—from pets and wildlife to birds and horses. Learn how to use pencils, pastels, acrylics, and oils to convey movement, emotion, and soul.

Whether you’re aiming for realism or a more stylised approach, this book is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and professional insights that will elevate your animal art.

Discover the art of making your own creative tools with Drawn from the Wild, a beautifully practical guide to crafting art materials from nature. Caroline Ross, bestselling author of Found and Ground, shows how to forage, prepare, and use natural resources such as earth pigments, plant dyes, and handmade tools to create unique, sustainable artworks.

Packed with step-by-step techniques, inspiring projects, and ecological insights, this book reconnects artists with the natural world. Whether you’re a painter, printmaker, or mixed-media creator, it’s a resource for those who value sustainable art practices and want to experiment with authentic, foraged materials.

Discover the colourful world of gelli plate printing and create unique designs using this super-simple technique!

Use your prints to transform a range of items into bespoke pieces of art - from bags, bunting and lampshades, to wall art and even furniture.

The beauty of gelli plate printing is its simplicity - it's easy to get started, quick to clean up after use, and suitable for painting enthusiasts of all ages and abilities. Using a gelli plate as a base - readily available to buy, or made from gelatine using the recipe in the book - Katrin Klink and Sabine Ickler show you how to create your own striking monoprinted designs. Use your chosen paint to dab, stamp or stencil your designs, and make use of everyday household items, such as kitchen utensils or vegetables, as well as store-bought stamps, to create an infinite number of patterns and textures with minimal equipment and maximum impact.

You can print your designs onto a variety of surfaces or objects, including paper, fabrics, metal and wood - even onto curved and uneven surfaces - giving you enormous scope to create your own collection of vibrant designs, perfect to decorate or use in your home, or to give as wonderful personalized gifts.

Inside this practical, colourful book you will find:

A guide to all the tools and materials you need clearly explained.

A broad range of techniques, with full, beginner-friendly guidance.

An explanation of colour theory to put into practice within your own designs.

19 achievable projects, together with many more inspirational variations and customizable ideas for creating your own uniquely printed pieces.

Colourful photos to inspire your gelli plate printing journey!

Curious about gouache but unsure where to start? Learn all the essentials of this versatile medium with this fresh and inspiring guide. Gouache is a water-based paint that dries to a matte, opaque finish. Long used by illustrators, gouache is gaining popularity with artists of all styles and interests. Whether you'’re a budding artist eager to explore painting or a more experienced artist looking to add gouache to your painting toolkit, Gouache for Beginners by Kate Jarvik Birch is your gateway to a world of vibrant creativity

Hand Lettering Art Pack A guide to modern lettering and calligraphy and art techniques. Author: Lisa Engelbrecht

How To Draw Flowers Start now and learn how to draw a beautiful selection of flowers. If you have never drawn before you will love the simple approach to drawing flowers in this easy-to-follow book. Janet Whittle includes a great range of flowers including poppies fuchsias geraniums tulips water lilies sunflowers daffodils and much more. Discover the delights of creating your own floral pictures with this invaluable book. Author: Janet Whittle

How To Draw Manga Boys This book from artist Li (Mecha Mangprovideside a text-free step-by-step guidance for drawing manga characters. Sequential colour-coded sketches walk the reader through illustrating many charming human manga personalities. A simple exercise per page ends with a full-colour finished character illustration. Aside from the author's short introduction no other words are found in these guides. Li emphasizes energetic poses and narrative suggestion in this book. Portraying a range of emotions and facial expressions in the manga style is demonstrated throughout. Ideal for children and younger teens. Author: Yishan Li

Learn how to draw and color your own adorable world with the simple illustrations and easy-to-follow drawing steps in How to Draw Super Cute Things with Bobbie Goods

Perfect for beginners of all ages and bursting with humor, sweetness, and imagination, this book is sure to put a smile on your face! Get cozy, grab a pencil and your markers, and draw anything you can imagine in the most adorable art style

With her large social media following on Instagram (@bobbiegoodsart) and TikTok (@bobbiegoods), Bobbie Goods shows off her simple techniques for drawing her super cute world. After selling thousands of coloring books since opening her online shop in 2021, Bobbie Goods now brings you an adorable how-to-draw book! You will learn how to:

Draw delightful characters, such as puppies, bears, and bunnies!

Place them into scenes like a cozy coffee shop, a busy baker's kitchen, or a summertime pool party, and then color them in!

Draw adorable objects to place in the scenes, such as plants, furniture, food, fashionable accessories, and decorations.

Enjoy drawing and coloring the super cute world of Bobbie Goods!

Author: Bobbie Goods

Format: Paperback

Pages: 112

Size: 216x279.5 mm (approx.)

Unlock your creativity and build painting confidence with Learn to Paint in Acrylics with 50 Small Paintings by Mark Daniel Nelson. Perfect for beginners and aspiring artists, this inspiring guide takes you through fifty bite-sized acrylic projects that focus on technique, colour, and composition—all at a manageable size.

Each project is designed to be completed on a small canvas or panel, helping you develop skills quickly without the pressure of a large, intimidating surface. From vibrant landscapes and still lifes to abstract explorations, Mark Daniel Nelson provides step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and plenty of encouragement along the way.

Learn the basics of watercolor in a fun, accessible way with step-by-step tutorials and an included watercolor pad with drawings you can paint over. Watercolor This Book: Learn to Watercolor features 20 gorgeous paintings paired with step-by-step instructions for replicating them at home. Paint directly on the watercolor pad with supplied outlines to create beautiful artwork of your own—, no sketching required! The beginner-friendly projects teach you all the painting skills you need as you create frame-worthy art. From social media star Lacey Walker (@rebelunicorncrafts) comes this delightful, relaxing painting experience. In Watercolor This Book: Learn to Watercolor, find: Tutorials detailing each step so that you can paint the projects in the book Subjects to suit all tastes, from backyard birds to a whimsical whale, mountains to the moon Complete tools and materials section so you can ensure you have everything to paint the projects Outlines that can be painted over within the watercolor pad; there's no need to sketch or trace Watercolor painting techniques, including wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, layering, blooms, and more Video tutorials linked via QR codes included within the book If you are new to watercolor painting or looking for a fun, relaxing painting experience, Watercolor This Book: Learn to Watercolor provides your perfect companion by combining an innovative format with painting instruction and a watercolor paper pad with templates. Whether you are new to watercolor or not, the Watercolor This Book series provides a fun watercolor painting experience with no sketching required. With information on all the basic skills you need to start watercoloring, step-by-step tutorials, and an included watercolor pad with templates, you have everything you need to create frame-worthy art!