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From the drawing of the stalk of a lily with a head of flowers, to the well-known "The Proportions of the Human Figure," this volume presents several works culled from the hundreds of drawings that flowed from Leonardo da Vinci's pen and brush. Each work is accompanied by a detailed description to e... More

View the world as seen through the eyes of the legendary artist Vincent Van Gogh in this follow-up to the wildly successful "Through the Eyes of Leonardo da Vinci." Beautiful color illustrations by Van Gogh are accompanied by informative and captivating text. Learn about the themes, motives, and mea... More

Learning to draw is no different from learning any other craft skill, and this highly illustrated book offers a step-by-step guide for anyone who wants to start drawing or to improve their skills. A teacher and established artist, Barrington Barber starts with absolute basics and moves on to shape, ... More

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Hesperides Press are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.Many of the earliest books,... More