Night Elf Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Is there really a program that teaches drawing skills to someone who can barely draw a straight line? I've heard of Artistic Pursuits, but the books are grade level and I have a feeling they are cumulative so I'd have to start with an early book. Does anyone know about this program and where to start? Can you suggest a different program? I just want to learn to draw, not learn art history. Is drawing a skill to learn or is it really something you need to be talented at doing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In The Great White North Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Of course, it is a skill. This focuses on sketching things (not faces) http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Textbook-Bruce-McIntyre/dp/B000GTZZ9Q Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Of course, it is a skill. This focuses on sketching things (not faces) http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Textbook-Bruce-McIntyre/dp/B000GTZZ9Q :iagree: This is a great book. It should be much more inexpensive then the price on amazon. I think I paid $5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. There's a lot of text in the book, but it's been great at really explaining why some people have a hard time drawing. I bought the previous edition (maybe 3rd?) and it wasn't too much on Amazon. It has really helped ds in his drawing this year. It's probably one of the better books I've seen. It's not chock full of assignments, but each assignment explains the why behind the drawing and how to achieve the intended results. ETA: This is the edition I have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 The above recommendation is excellent. I will also add that we are using Draw Squad this year, and I have seen a huge improvement in my dc's drawing skills. It's written to kids and he's a bit silly; they really enjoy it. http://www.amazon.com/Mark-Kistlers-Draw-Squad-Kistler/dp/0671656945/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1352227316&sr=8-1&keywords=draw+squad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsH Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 We've enjoyed Mark Kistler's "You Can Draw in 30 Days" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Night Elf Posted November 7, 2012 Author Share Posted November 7, 2012 Of course, it is a skill. This focuses on sketching things (not faces) http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Textbook-Bruce-McIntyre/dp/B000GTZZ9Q Thank you. I'll buy this one first and see how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momma2Luke Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 We are using this book and its been wonderful so far.... http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Children-Creative-Method-Beginners/dp/0874778271/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1352289590&sr=1-1&keywords=drawing+with+children Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I highly recommend Mark Kistler as well. He has several videos out on his web site and on you tube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizzie in Ma Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 We really loved the Barry Stebbing series. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Girls' Mom Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. There's a lot of text in the book, but it's been great at really explaining why some people have a hard time drawing. I bought the previous edition (maybe 3rd?) and it wasn't too much on Amazon. It has really helped ds in his drawing this year. It's probably one of the better books I've seen. It's not chock full of assignments, but each assignment explains the why behind the drawing and how to achieve the intended results. ETA: This is the edition I have. :iagree:This is what I have used when teaching drawing. I believe that anyone can improve their drawing, given the desire and patience to do so. Not everyone will be a Rembrandt, but there is always room to develop the skill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy Jo Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Of course, it is a skill. This focuses on sketching things (not faces) http://www.amazon.com/Drawing-Textbook-Bruce-McIntyre/dp/B000GTZZ9Q :iagree: I loving this book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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