By Richard Box, Denise John-Naylor, Carole Massey, Sally Michel & Ronald Swanwick. This is a practical & comprehensive guide for all drawing enthusiasts, from the beginner to the experienced artist. It begins with advice on a wide variety of drawing media including graphite & coloured pencils, charcoal, chalks, pastels, conte crayons, water soluble pencils & various pens. It goes on to explore the various techniques that can be used with these media from making marks & creating tone & texture to mixing & overlaying colours. There is detailed, specific advice on drawing landscapes, trees & pets, with step-by-step demonstrations for readers to follow. Each section is accompanied by a selection of inspirational drawings by the five featured artists, in a rich variety of styles.