An essential guide to drawing by internationally bestselling practical art author Barrington Barber.

Whether you want to learn to draw from scratch or to brush up your skills, this comprehensive drawing manual contains all you need. With introductory chapters on techniques, basic drawing exercises and composition, the book goes on to explore the major subject areas available to you as an artist.

Chapters include:
• Still-life composition
• Drawing in your home and local area
• Drawing people
• Nature and landscapes
• Urban scenes

Barrington Barber's combination of clear step-by-step exercises and inspirational examples has enabled people all over the world to learn to draw, and to enjoy this incredibly rewarding pastime.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus' Art Class books are a curated series of instructional art and craft titles designed to inspire artists of all levels, from beginner to professional. Stunningly presented in full color and in a highly usable landscape format, these comprehensive books are packed with all the ideas, inspirations, step-by-step projects, and techniques you'll need to master the subject covered.

This book is a distillation of the many skills that the aspiring artist needs to develop.