Sketching for the Absolute Beginner by Peter Cronin

This comprehensive guide to sketching will help you explore its many techniques and develop skills that you can use to work with any subject. From pencils and charcoal to pen, ink and watercolour, Peter will show you how to work with line, tone, hatching, shading and more to create images that work both as field notes and finished pieces in themselves. From the basics, such as how to hold a pencil, to composition, perspective and working with complex subjects, Peter ensures you have a sound technical grounding that will help you work on the exercises and demonstrations that feature throughout the book. Subjects range from landscapes, trees and water to buildings, animals and people and Peter will show you how to use the appropriate techniques and materials for every situation. This is a complete and enjoyable course that encompasses every aspect of drawing and Peter's love for his subject shines off every page.