Paint 50: Watercolour Figures

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.

Big School of Drawing Animals is your complete guide to the art of drawing animals with accuracy, creativity, and fun. Whether you are a complete beginner or an artist with some experience looking to refine your skills, this 192-page book covers all the essentials you need to create both realistic and imaginative animal art, from basic drawing techniques to advanced concepts.

Through step-by-step tutorials, explore popular animal subjects, such as cats, dogs, horses, and a variety of wildlife, learning techniques for each animal’s unique anatomy and characteristics. Additional instructions on colored pencil techniques, light, shadow, and perspective provide a foundation for success. Designed to inspire and inform, this guide helps you capture the beauty and personality of animals on paper. Inside, you will find:

Step-by-step instructions for drawing animals, covering popular pets like cats and dogs, as well as wild animals.

Core art fundamentals, including perspective, light, and shadow, essential for creating dynamic and realistic animal drawings.

Colored pencil techniques, providing guidance on adding depth and texture to bring animal illustrations to life.

With helpful tips and easy-to-follow, step-by-step lessons, Big School of Drawing is the perfect series for beginning artists ready to grab a pencil and get started drawing. With practice, you’ll soon be able to create your own realistic pencil drawings. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.

Embrace cozy creativity with Bobbie Goods through step-by-step drawing tutorials, coloring activities, and more in this officially licensed book.

Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing combines winter-themed charm with hands-on creativity, perfect for fans of cute, whimsical art. This two-in-one book offers 32 pages of step-by-step drawing projects that guide budding artists through creating cozy animal characters, holiday scenes, and adorable objects.

In addition to the tutorials, an attached pad includes 6 unique winter and holiday coloring pages and 6 memo sheets. Perfect for personalizing projects, jotting down notes, or sharing your creations with others, this pad offers endless possibilities for creative expression and fun!

Inside, you’ll find:

Easy step-by-step drawing tutorials for drawing holiday-themed animals, cozy scenes, and cute decorations

An attached pad with 6 cozy winter scenes to color and 6 memo pad pages

Whether you’re relaxing by the fire or looking for a creative holiday activity, the official Bobbie Goods Cozy Coloring & Drawing Pad offers a delightful, hands-on way to enjoy the winter season.