How to Draw Horses

Children's Literature - Leah Hanson

For the horse-lover or aspiring artist, How to Draw Horses is a step-by-step art lesson, guide to horse breeds, and imagination starter. A "Getting Started" chapter and materials list sets the stage for the mini-lessons that follow. Beginning with a study of the horse's head, each chapter demonstrates the basic mechanics of how to draw a horse, focusing the reader's attention on one or two details. Four sketches increase in level of detail, showing how a few lines can transform into a life-like sketch. Suggestions for how to expand upon the skills learned offer additional drawing activities. The chapters cover a variety of horse breeds—Clydesdale, Lipizzan, Arabian, and Appaloosa—along with different poses—grazing, resting, bucking, and racing. The fun facts accompanying each chapter set this drawing guide apart, slipping in teachable moments as young artists learn to sketch. A glossary, bibliography, and website suggestions extend the learning even further. Reviewer: Leah Hanson