Overview
From initial concept to finished art, the Learn to Draw" series provides young and beginning artists with practical step-by-step instruction in a warm, friendly voice."
Offers step-by-step instructions for drawing various grassland animals.
Synopsis
Elephants, cheetahs, antelope, meerkats, hyenas, giraffes, gazelles, zebras...the magnificent creatures of the world's grasslands are here for your drawing pleasure.
You'll find clear, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and plenty of encouragement. So grab a pencil and let's get started!
School Library Journal
Gr 4-7A welcome title to fill the ongoing demand for books on art instruction. DuBosque includes step-by-step directions for drawing 31 animals from grassland areas around the world. Some of the animals are familiarelephants, buffaloes, giraffesand some are unusualthe olive baboon, the giant anteater. The author/artist uses the technique of beginning with ovals representing the head, abdomens, hip joints, etc. These ovals are connected by lines to form the characteristic shape. A clock face at the beginning of each drawing helps students tilt and position the ovals effectively. This book is a useful addition to the series and to other standard titles of drawing instruction by Lee J. Ames and Ed Emberly.Jean Pollock, King Country Library System, Seattle, WA