This engaging book will appeal to any art lover, or for that matter, any young person who's interested in drawing. It offers a step-by-step process for creating some of the most gory and villainous gothic characters around, in line with those found in the most popular graphic novels today. It covers techniques such as drawing the right angle of lighting, shading, body language, and more. You don't have to be an amazing artist to draw some of the most compelling characters. This book teaches readers just how to do that.

This book is perfect for any young person interested in drawing all types of fantasy heroes and villains. Following the step-by-step instructions, artists of all skill levels can tackle even the most advanced drawing projects to make graphic-novel-worthy characters. Insider tips help readers along the way and are like having an art instructor right there with them. With dark epic fantasies such as Game of Thrones all the rage, this book will be a surefire hit with legions of fans.

This engaging book will appeal to any art lover, or for that matter, any young person who's interested in drawing. It offers a step-by-step process for creating some of the most gory and villainous gothic characters around, in line with those found in the most popular graphic novels today. It covers techniques such as drawing the right angle of lighting, shading, body language, and more. You don't have to be an amazing artist to draw some of the most compelling characters. This book teaches readers just how to do that.

This is a how-to guide to the essential techniques for capturing fantastic buildings, alien architecture, alternate realities, and ancient citadels. Exploring different media - traditional and digital - this text takes you step-by-step through the techniques you need for turning your own ideas into finished art.

"[...] this is a book to pick up and dream about having a dragon curled up on your lap by the fire in these winter nights." — SFcrowsnest Anne Stokes is a phenomenally popular artist in the field of gothic and magical fantasy, with fans all over the world. Her roots in design and illustration have led to supremely well-crafted paintings that have been licensed for use on all manner of merchandise and her followers eagerly await each new piece. This long-overdue book showcases Anne’s oeuvre in all its glory, accompanied by illuminating text about Anne and her inspirations, techniques and processes. The book is divided into thematic sections covering the full range of subjects that she has portrayed: her early work (like that for Dungeons & Dragons), the dark and the gothic, dragons, unicorns, fairies, mermaids and all that is mystical and magical. From the dark allure of Summon the Reaper to the opalescent beauty of Stargazer, this is a real treat for all fans and anyone who loves fantasy and stunning art in general.

With just a few strokes of a calligraphy pen, London-based designer and illustrator Andrew Fox can help you to create a fun series of minimalistic nature drawings. From acorns, beetles, daffodils, and hedgehogs to snowflakes and clouds the drawings in this book are simple to create and easily recognizable. In Learn to Draw CalligraphyNature, each design effortlessly becomes a unique drawing that you can use on greeting cards, posters, gifts, and more. --Publisher

A guide to drawing fantasy worlds that covers barbarians, Vikings, the Medieval world, wild creatures, faerie realms, and gothic characters.

Every young person seems like a professional doodler. This book takes that seemingly time-wasting activity and channels it into beautiful works of art. Acting as a personal art instructor, it offers readers step-by-step instructions, insider tips used by professionals and advice on character development, draftsmanship, and coloring. Serious artists and hobbyists alike can indulge their interest in weird fantasy art and create characters and settings that rival those found in today's comics and graphic novels. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in weird and wacky art.

Epic fantasy art is all the rage now, and what better way to engage fans than by enabling them to draw their favorite characters on their own? This book offers readers of all skill levels detailed instructions on how to draw their favorite epic worlds. Readers learn specific techniques such as shading, coloring, and storyboarding while developing interesting characters along the way. With expert tips from professional fantasy artist Steve Beaumont and illustrations as guidance, artists of all stripes can feel like professionals.

This book is perfect for any young person interested in drawing all types of fantasy heroes and villains. Following the step-by-step instructions, artists of all skill levels can tackle even the most advanced drawing projects to make graphic-novel-worthy characters. Insider tips help readers along the way and are like having an art instructor right there with them. With dark epic fantasies such as Game of Thrones all the rage, this book will be a surefire hit with legions of fans.