An Artist's Field Guide to the World's Great Dragons! Creatures of great beauty & terrible ferocity dragons have been featured & revered for centuries. Of the thous&-plus species still in existence none have inspired more folklore & artistic awe than the eight species of Great Dragons. Within these pages these fire-breathing monsters of legend
- the rock stars of the dragon world
- come to life through the work of artist & adventurer William O' Connor. Not since the original Dracopedia has there been such a beautifully illustrated & meticulously researched guide on the subject with special focus on the distinctive features of each species
- from the broad horns of the Icelandic white dragon to the elaborate neck frills of the Ligurian gray. Based on the author's expeditions to sanctuaries around the globe & consults with prominent regional experts Dracopedia The Great Dragons presents never-before assembled facts & instruction to help you capture the heart-beating grandeur of these magnificent monsters. Inside find everything you need to know to capture the essence of your favorite dragons through your artwork: Learn about the habits anatomy & natural history of 8 fierce & fantastic dragons Each profile features sketches drawings & start-to-finish creation of a stunning artwork illustrating key concepts that apply to any medium Discover special techniques for achieving dramatic lighting effects powerful compositions & the incredible sculptural forms & textures of dragons
Includes:: a gallery of dragons & a foldout comparison poster