Publisher's Synopsis

""The Elements of Drawing"" by John Ruskin is a comprehensive guide to the art of drawing. Originally published in the 19th century, this book has remained a classic in the field of art education. It is divided into three parts, each of which covers different aspects of drawing. The first part focuses on the tools and materials needed for drawing, as well as basic techniques for creating lines, shading, and perspective. The second part delves deeper into the principles of composition and the study of form, while the third part explores the importance of observation and the use of imagination in drawing. Throughout the book, Ruskin emphasizes the importance of drawing from life and encourages readers to develop their own unique style. With detailed illustrations and clear instructions, ""The Elements of Drawing"" is a must-read for anyone interested in improving their drawing skills or learning more about the art of drawing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781417969647
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 741
Language: English
Number of pages: 408
Weight: 597g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 23mm