Drawing Basics and Beyond

This practical guide shows artists how to transform careful observation into imaginative drawing by teaching core drawing fundamentals alongside creative exercises. It focuses on seeing relationships, gesture, proportion, value, perspective, composition, and texture, with clear demonstrations and progressive assignments that build confidence. Suitable for beginners and more experienced sketchers, the book emphasizes simplifying complex forms, expressive mark making, and developing a personal visual language rather than merely copying. By blending technical instruction with inspirational prompts, readers learn to turn everyday scenes into compelling drawings and sustain a richer sketchbook practice.