A comprehensive guide to drawing the natural world – from plants and landscapes to domestic and wild animals – by master artist and best-selling author, Giovanni Civardi.

Learn to draw the natural world in this inspiring and accessible guide by master-artist Giovanni Civardi.

Beginning with the key drawing methods and essential materials you’ll need to start your artistic journey, along with advice on drawing perspective and light and shade, learn to sketch country scenes, fruit, vegetables, animals and more. Throughout you’ll find hundreds of helpful and practical illustrations, along with stunning examples of Civardi’s work that exemplify his favourite techniques for capturing the natural world.

This is the perfect book for both beginner and experienced artists looking for an inspirational, no-nonsense introduction to drawing natural subjects.

This comprehensive guide brings together seven books from Search Press’ successful Art of Drawing series: Drawing Techniques; Understanding Perspective; Drawing Scenery; Drawing Light & Shade; Flowers, Fruit & Vegetables; Drawing Pets; and Wild Animals.