How To Draw Birds

Name: How To Draw Birds
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SKU: 9781909645530
Price: 22.99 NZD
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By Mark Bergin

Series: How to Draw

Summary

How To Draw Birds by Mark Bergin, a children's book, offers a creative guide to drawing various types of birds. It presents step-by-step instructions using simple shapes and techniques, making it accessible for young artists. The book encourages artistic development and helps children enhance their observational skills.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This comprehensive drawing handbook covers all aspects of drawing birds including essential concepts such as light, tone and composition.

Description

You too will be able to draw birds as Mark Bergin guides you through all the stages to the finished artwork.

Remember, if you can see it or think it, you can draw it.

How To Draw Birds is your comprehensive guide to capturing the beauty of our feathered friends on paper.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

How to Draw Birds by Mark Bergin is praised for its clear and engaging instructions, making it ideal for young artists. Readers appreciate the step-by-step guidance, which simplifies the process of drawing various birds. The illustrations are highlighted as both inspirational and easy for children to follow, enhancing their creativity and confidence in drawing.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781909645530

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Book House

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 219.0mm

Height: 282.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mark Bergin Series: How to Draw

About the Author

Mark Bergin was born in Hastings, England, in 1961. He studied at Eastbourne College of Art and specialises in historical reconstructions, aviation and maritime subjects. He lives in Bexhill-on-Sea with his wife and children.

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