People - Philip Patenall

In January l999 we are relaunching the bestselling Learn to Draw series of beginners' drawing books with bright, modern covers.

Drawing is an essential skill for all artists and this book makes learning to draw people as simple as possible. All the basics are covered to provide a sound foundation in drawing techniques, and numerous attractive illustrations and step-by-step drawings show how these are put into practice. This book includes practical information on:

- choosing the right medium
- proportion and shapes
- composition
- tportraying expressions
- capturing different poses
- drawing people in action

Perfect for total beginners, Learn to Draw People will also be valuable to more experienced artists wanting to improve their drawing skills.