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Focuses on drawing with pencil, this book also provides instruction and tutorials on several aspects of producing graphite pencil artwork.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Well worth the money! This large book is packed to the brim with drawing demonstrations, tips, techniques and the nitty gritty details of which materials to try and why. I've learned a lot from Mike's sound advice which I now apply almost daily as a professional wildlife artist.
I often refer beginners and more experienced artists to this book as I have found it to be simply the best when it comes to graphite pencil work. Many other books fall short as I don't find their drawings particularly inspiring. Mike knows his stuff and is generous enough to share years of trial and error experience with others. His writing style is very user-friendly and lively, making this an interesting read.
Mike raises the bar for all artists working with graphite pencil. If you only buy one art book on how to draw credibly, make it this one. You won't be disappointed!
Karen Phillips
I often refer beginners and more experienced artists to this book as I have found it to be simply the best when it comes to graphite pencil work. Many other books fall short as I don't find their drawings particularly inspiring. Mike knows his stuff and is generous enough to share years of trial and error experience with others. His writing style is very user-friendly and lively, making this an interesting read.
Mike raises the bar for all artists working with graphite pencil. If you only buy one art book on how to draw credibly, make it this one. You won't be disappointed!
Karen Phillips
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Firstly I must confess I am not a fan of photo-realism; I frequently find it 'stiff' and lacking in passion. Mike Sibley is a great exception, because whilst the detail is very precise and meticulous, it gives an artistic realism that goes beyond mere reproduction - it has soul.
The book is a really good size with a fair amount of weight. The step-by-step close-ups and instructions give a very intimate and personal look into techniques, and the book is logically laid out and very readable.
I really strongly recommend this to any budding artist wanting to learn how to draw realistically; you'd be hard pressed to find any better instructional book in this genre on the market today.
The book is a really good size with a fair amount of weight. The step-by-step close-ups and instructions give a very intimate and personal look into techniques, and the book is logically laid out and very readable.
I really strongly recommend this to any budding artist wanting to learn how to draw realistically; you'd be hard pressed to find any better instructional book in this genre on the market today.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Having searched for a book on drawing techniques for many years I have finally found what I've been looking for: Mike Sibley's "Drawing from Line to Life." Drawing from Line to Life. This book is a complete manual on the subject of value drawing. I only regret that I had not found this book sooner as I now realise how many valuable years I have wasted on poor drawing techniques and tonal values. I would recommend this book to anyone wishing to develop their drawing further.
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Very practical!
I think that many would-be artists, like myself, have a picture in their minds of WHAT to draw but are not able to put it on paper simply because they never get the desired effect... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Gabriel
drawing from line to life
As someone who is just learning to draw this book does make me feel somewhat talentless! However the illustrations are out of this world and I consider this man to be a genius. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Bakunin
Outstanding resource for graphite drawing
This is one of the best examples of an instructional art book I have ever seen. It might cost more than most other books on the market, but in my opinion it's well worth it for the... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Cy Margucci
Why isn't this book available from Amazon?
Fortunately my local library has managed to get me a copy and I've been able to have it on loan for a good few months while I wait for Amazon to stock it (not many artists in this... Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2010 by Wendy A. Fraser
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Excellent illustrations, tips and step by step guides.
I have been painting and drawing for over thirty five years and the amount of information and tips have been... Read more
I have been painting and drawing for over thirty five years and the amount of information and tips have been... Read more
Published on 24 Nov 2008 by Margarette
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