The Field Guide to Drawing & Sketching Animals

While there are a wealth of books written on drawing wildlife, artists often revert to working solely from photographs, which can leave the artwork looking lifeless and flat. In this book, artist Tim Pond shows how to observe and draw animals in zoos, farms, wildlife parks and aquariums, providing fascinating facts about the animals and ultimately bringing artists closer to nature. One of the challenges with sketching wildlife is that animals are constantly moving. However, learning some basic understanding of the biology of an animal can influence how you might sketch them; this results in a lively drawing that captures the form, movement and spirit of the animal in question. Combining scientific knowledge with practical guidance is key to creating successful drawings of animals, and Ponds' ability to convey this in an accessible and engaging way makes this a useful guide suitable for artists of all levels. This book includes quick gestural sketches as well as linear and tonal studies