Look Closer, Draw Better Book

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.