" Drawing is not a talent, it's a skill anyone can learn. This is the philosophy of drawing instructor Brent Eviston based on his more than twenty years of teaching. He has tested numerous types of drawing instruction from centuries old classical techniques to contemporary practices and designed an approach that combines tried and true techniques with innovative methods of his own. Now, he shares his secrets with this book that provides the most accessible,...

Want to add more power, speed and drama to your drawings? This action-packed guide to drawing action manga contains all the basics followed by 17 action-packed step-by-step pin-ups for the aspiring graphic novelist. Written and illustrated by manga artist Keith Sparrow, this comprehensive and inspiring guide: starts with an introduction to manga basics, showing you how to create the ideal workspace, how to overcome fear of a blank page, and how to...

"Forensic science is typically defined as the application of science to the law; both criminal and civil law. Most people tend to associate forensic science with investigation of crimes such as burglary; arson; possession of illegal drugs; drug trafficking; drink and drug driving offences; attacks against the person including murder and sexual assault. However, forensic science is applied to investigation of a far wider range of potential prosecutions...

"Nicholson Baker's journey into the craft of painting before and through the COVID-19 pandemic, as he sets out to learn how to paint via books, workshops, and tutorials, alongside personal reflections on past artists he admires"--

"Gnomes for your home! Stitch a year-round collection of 12 friendly gnomes for your home using this fabulous new book by sewing superstar Debbie Shore. Gnomes aren't just for winter! Sewing superstar Debbie Shore presents a friendly, fashion-forward, all new collection of 12 gnomes for your home, based on her hugely popular Erik and Ola creations from Half Yard (TM) Winter. Beginning with all the materials and tools you'll need, as well as guidance...

"Mending With Kids shows you how to take torn, stained and outgrown kids' clothes and make them better than before using a variety of simple techniques that you can actually do with your kids. This book is filled with helpful tips and techniques for patching, collage (with felt and fabrics), iron-ons, stenciling, darning, embroidery, hand-painting, and much more! Best of all, most of these techniques are easy enough for kids to join in and put their...

"Spotlighting 100 characters from the 1920s to the 2020s, this book features vintage and modern illustrations from The Walt Disney Company and Andreas Deja's personal archives, as well as essays exploring the history of Disney animation. You can re-create and draw the best of Disney's characters while celebrating the Disney design process, character evolutions, and artist interpretations." --back cover.

"Everything can be vegan! Popular food blogger Richard Makin accepts the challenge to make any dish vegan in this deliciously fun cookbook. From Mac 'n' Cheese to Lobster Rolls, favorite foods can be easily made and enjoyed by everyone. This vibrant and refreshingly witty cookbook demonstrates how to make simple yet undeniably delicious vegan meals. Whip up a variety of comfort-food classics from fluffy pancakes to cheesy chicken parmesan using all...

"Take your knitting to the next level with Knitting Stitches Step-by-Step. Whatever your knitting ability, this essential guide will help you master a huge range of techniques and patterns, including colorwork, fair isle and intarsia, cables and textural patterns, lace knitting, and methods for casting on and off. Find inspiration for your next knitting project or adapt a design you know and love with tips on incorporating different stitches into...

"In Cute Creature Art Class, popular Instagram artist Naomi Lord shares her affinity for drawing legendary beasties, whether they walk, fly, swim, or lurk in the shadows, including Cerberus, Sphinx, Mermaid, Vampire, and more!"--Page 4 of cover.