How to Draw Almost Everything

Not sure how to start your drawing of a flamingo or a flying squirrel? Businessman? Bat? Baobab tree? How to Draw Almost Everything is here to help!With over 2,000 images, this playful visual reference book offers illustrated step-by-step instructions for drawing almost anything you can imagine:Animals: a menagerie of terrestrial animals, aquatic animals & fish, birds, bugs & insects, dinosaurs, and even unidentified mysterious animalsPeople: facial features, expressions, actions, people of different ages and genders, clothing, occupations, and famous facesPlants: all kinds of trees, shrubs, flowers, and other unique plantsFoods: a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, main dishes, snacks, drinks, and packaged foodsThings around the house: stuff found in the entryway, kitchen, living room, bedroom, study, bathroom, and patio as well as tools for home maintenanceArchitecture: structures found around the neighborhood, famous sites in Japan, and famous landmarks around the worldVehicles: on the road, on the tracks, in the air, on the water, and beyondSeasons: everyday events, holidays & special events, weather, Chinese zodiac, and astrological signsAuthor and artist Chika Miyata’s whimsical, loose drawing style will encourage you to be spontaneous and creative as you try the wealth of different drawing subjects. At the end of each chapter, Chika challenges you to synthesize what you’ve learned by drawing a scene.As you go, you will find not only that you can draw, but that you love to draw. Each book in the Almost Everything series offers readers a fun, comprehensive, and charmingly illustrated visual directory of ideas to inspire skill building in their creative endeavors.