Art Books

Art Books:

So with allot of searching with little success, I decided if I cant find what I'm looking for. I might as well go ahead and do one myself.

I love art, its part of my life, and if I cant find a site that I can stay on and be content, I'm sure there are allot of other people, and artist who feel the same.

Art Books:

I have chosen some books here that are well worth getting for your "Artist Library". Every artist always has their own stash of books that they can refer back to when needed stacked on their book shelves..........

You should see my library......

Whether it be references of great artists work, to historical art references. I also have built up my library of other art lesson books. I know sometimes I don't read everything the books I have to say, though they are just there when I have different art projects come up and I need these books for inspiration and lessons myself. Even if it is just a refresher.....

If I need ideas for my art, or just need to read in detail about other artists techniques, I go to my library.

As I said... you never stop learning.

I have only chosen the books that I would buy myself, and put on this site for you. So, you will find these such books scattered around the site in their relevant pages.

Then I thought... "what if you can't find the books you are looking for quick enough and you want to have a look at that certain book again". So I thought I would devote a page to all the books in one area as well, so you can just browse and compare them.

I am always on the look out for books that I feel, will benefit my work now and in the future., so just don't buy any book out there, choose carefully.

I have selected the sort of books that are going to be work your money for you, and that are relevant to this site.

So treat this page as your library, and as I find quality books, I will keep on adding them here so your library begins to look bigger too........

Remember to choose the books of the certain medium you want to do, whether it be: painting in oil, watercolor, or drawing. You will also find that you can cross-reference some of these books as well.

Drawing Lessons from the Great Masters:

This book follows the drawings of the "Old Masters", they are an inspiration to us all. And every artist should have a reference book to these great artists in their library. I have one and am always looking back on it.

Drawing And Painting Animals:

The drawing and painting of animals. Whatever animal you are thinking of as your subject, having a reference book on all animals is a good idea.

Drawing Wildlife:

Here's another good book on drawing animals. I recommend this book., there is allot of good ground work to do, and this book will give you some ideas.

Keys to Painting Fur and Feathers:

Painting references for fur and feathers will be good, to use as a constant reference whilst painting your animals. This book is no light-weight, detailed, and gets straight into detailed work.

Wildlife Painting in Watercolor:

Watercolor is not an easy medium to learn, though deciding to have a go and try watercolor is a good idea. This book covers the steps of watercolor wild wildlife. And that's what were aiming for here.

Painting the Faces of Wildlife:

Whatever study of faces you do, whether it be people or wildlife. You can never go past a good book instructing you on faces, as the subject alone is not easy so good tuition and ideas are always an advantage.

Painting Wildlife Textures:

Another good book focusing on the varied and rich textures of our wildlife. Texture brings forth life to paintings and richness. Certainly a library edition consideration.

Wildlife Painting Basics:

Wolves are focused broadly in this book and as wolves are very popular to many artists. This book will concentrate on helping you get the basics of painting. Painting is liberating, and such books focusing on wildlife is better than getting a book that concentrates on everything. This way you get the focused information you want. I find focused books are a necessity for artists libraries.