Everything you ever wanted to know about dragons, but were afraid to find outFantasy artists will breathe easier to discover a less perilous alternative to drawing dragons from life. Dracopedia grants you safe, easy access to the world's most prominent dragon species, from tiny, innocuous feydragons to the ferocious wyvern.For years, artist William O'Connor has traveled the globe, studying dragons in their natural environments. His findings, field notes and sketches have been compiled for the first time into this single, beautifully illustrated compendium - a natural and cultural history of the beasts as well as a step-by-step drawing workshop.Details of the anatomy, behavior, habitats and legends of 13 major dragon familiesHeavily illustrated with field sketches, anatomical studies and gesture drawingsShows the start-to-finish creation of 13 striking paintings, illustrating key concepts that apply to every mediumDragons have terrorized and delighted humans for centuries ... continue the tradition with Dracopedia. It's packed with inspiration for putting "fierce" into your fantasy art, as well as the facts to keep your dragons true to life.

Fashion Sketchbook, now in a new edition, is the leading authority on sketching the fashion figure, fabric shapes and garment details. Ablings directions are easy to follow and detailed, using minimum narrative and numerous diagrams. Fashion Sketchbook explains step-by-step how to draw women, men, and children; pose the figure; develop the fashion head and face; sketch accessories; include garment details; and prepare flats and specs.

Step-by-step advice from one of today's top industry designers provides the drawing instruction you're looking for! From concept through finished illustration, Thom Taylor guides you through every procedure required for drawing a variety of cars, including instruction on shading, reflection, styling and design. "There really isn't a better text on the subject." Car and Driver.