An accessible guidebook designed to teach and inspire, Art Starts
with a Line offers everything you need to master the art of line
drawing, whether the goal is to draw for fun or to illustrate an
original masterpiece!
Line drawing involves using a combination of fine lines and bold strokes
to create artwork of any kind--from basic folk art to more sophisticated
illustrations. This form of art requires minimal tools, making it both
affordable and portable. In Art Starts with a Line, artists of all
skill levels are invited to learn how to draw almost anything
starting with simple lines and basic shapes.
Following a brief introduction to tools and materials, as well as
some easy exercises and techniques for warming up to basic drawing
tools, you will explore a variety of subjects. You'll draw plants
and flowers, architecture and cityscapes, animals, and
everything in between. These projects aren't restricted to black and
white either! You'll find techniques for adding color with colored
pencil, marker, pen, even digitally.
Art Starts with a Line presents everything you'll need to know to
learn how to successfully create line drawings of all types. Whether
your goal is to create a custom logo for a client, or to simply decorate
your planner--it's all here.
Packed with engaging instruction, tips, and beautiful step-by-step
artwork, the Art Starts Series presents an approachable and
heartwarming guide to line drawing designed to both inspire and teach
beginning artists how to create meaningful artwork using simple lines
and mindful prompts.
