Love this book! There are a ton of nature drawings. The instructions are simple and easy to follow and what you would expect from Peggy Dean... Even the daunting landscapes are broken down into simple steps.
Express yourself through sketching
Absolutely anyone, regardless of ability, can learn to draw the natural world.
From delicate cherry blossoms, wildflowers, and lacy ferns, lessons build to composing stunning bouquets of flowers and majestic landscapes.
You’ll also discover how to draw animals such as colorful fish and birds in flight, as well as mammals like stoic camels and the mighty polar bear.
Through lessons on technique combined with clear, detailed instructions, you’ll gain the expertise and confidence that will allow you to quickly build your skills, discover your own personal style, and achieve beautiful botanical and animal illustrations.
Mindful Sketching Love ♥
What people are saying
Peggy Dean has out done herself with this big beautiful book. It is so full of information on drawing and painting that I just don't know where to start... I want do do everything, and I want to do it all!
This book simplifies but yet fully explains how to draw many different things and is suitable for all skill levels. A reference for the experienced artist or a tutorial for the beginner.
So happy I got this book! It's such a delight to read through! I have only working my way through Chapter 1 and had already learned so much! I especially love Peggy's honesty and humor throughout the sentences, it's the first art book that doesn't make me feel bored reading but instead, feeling more inspired and wanting to create!
Her step by step drawing techniques and explanations are so thoughtful and easy to follow. I'm finding myself having so much fun reading through the tips and tricks and drawing in my sketchbook at the same time!
From the opening lines, she immediately takes you on a journey into who she is and how she wants to connect with you as a fellow creative. It goes into the hows, whys, and why nots.
If you're a beginner, there's plenty to help build a foundation so you'll be confident as you move through the book. She goes into line drawings, on how to apply color, and ultimately encourages you to find your own style.
Pages of fun from botanicals to adorable animals to landscapes!
I literally almost cried the other day after I drew some pretty flowers from her book Botanical Line Drawing and I was actually very pleased with it. This book is just as amazing if not more amazing. I can't wait to learn all the things. Thank you Peggy!
Any person can learn to draw from Peggy! She makes it so easy just follow her steps.
I could barely draw a straight line, but now I can sketch and draw flowers just like I had wanted to do. I do think this new book is my absolute favorite of all! thank you so much and keep on writing books I love them!
This fun and easy-to-use nature drawing and watercolor guide is perfect for anyone inspired by nature to draw, doodle, ink, and paint colorful flora and fauna.