Observational Sketching

<p><strong>Learn to draw by sketching what surrounds you everyday. In <em>Observational Sketching</em> author Mariko Higaki--an ISDA Gold Award-winning industrial designer based in Japan--teaches you how to practice and learn to sketch by using well-established observational techniques.</strong><br /> <br /> Perspective proportion lines shapes shading and many other techniques can be learned through everyday practice and observation of the items you come in contact with everyday from a backpack to your sunglasses. This book addresses <strong>how to approach sketching a range of shapes and materials</strong> and how to disassemble each object to accurately capture its unique design elements. <strong>Inspiration and examples</strong> from the author and other well-known artists accompany a variety of projects that you can try right away and skill-building projects that will strengthen your talent. Find within: </p> <ul> <li>An introduction to observational sketching</li> <li>The basic concepts and tools used in observational sketching</li> <li>Observation techniques</li> <li>Illustrated <strong>step-by-step instructions for creating observational sketches of 20 common objects</strong> from a alarm clock to a wooden stool</li> </ul> <p>Hone your artistic skills with this daily sketching practice. Whether you are an urban sketcher or an industrial designer this books should be part of your reference collection.</p>