This comprehensive six-part course will suit absolute beginners as well as anyone who wants to improve their existing skills and understanding of techniques. The course is broken down as follows:

Week 1 is a gentle introduction with a series of exercises in mark-making which encourage you to get used to handling a pencil before you try some simple still lifes.

Week 2 concentrates on one composite still life, from assembling objects to completion.

Week 3 explores one of the most popular subjects for still life - plants.

Week 4 looks at landscapes, from understanding perspective and composition to planning and executing a complete project.

Week 5 introduces ways of sketching a range of familiar animals, from cats, dogs and horses to more exotic creatures.

Week 6 tackles the high point of most drawing courses - portraits and figures.

Throughout you will find the processes clearly explained and demonstrated in Barrington Barber's inimitable style - encouraging, inspiring and intent on showing that artistic excellence is not just for the professionals.

What does every budding artist need to know about drawing? And what quick skills can you pick up to help you on the way? In this instructive book, Barrington Barber shows you just this, offering tips and tricks as he guides you through the fundamental aspects of drawing.

Get to grips with still-life composition, draw dynamic bodies in motion, and capture the spectacular natural world. The Complete Book of Drawing is a distillation of the many skills that the aspiring artist needs to develop.

As Barrington Barber knows from his many years of teaching and practising art, it is crucial for you to develop your own artistic style. And, uniquely among practical art books, this is what The Complete Book of Drawing provides. By revealing the nuances of texture, composition and perspective, this book will enable you to look at the world around you with fresh eyes.

This internationally bestselling guide covers essential drawing techniques, written by expert practical art author Barrington Barber.

The Fundamentals of Drawing is a practical and comprehensive drawing course from beginner to advanced levels. Opportunities for practice and improvement are offered across a wide spectrum of subjects with step-by-step examples to guide you through.

Subjects include:
• Still life
• Plants, nature and animals
• Portraiture and life drawing
• Perspective and composition

The methods used in this book are time-honored and proven, having been practiced through the centuries by art students and professional artists. Barrington Barber brings his invaluable expertise as a working artist and teacher to the task of showing you how to use them effectively to create successful drawings.

No matter what your level of expertise, you will find his clear approach encouraging and his way of teaching inspirational.

Of all the genres in art, figure drawing is the oldest. From the figures painted on the walls of ancient caves to modern-day representations of everyday people, artists have always sought to perfect their depictions of family, friends, and others around them.

In Drawing Figures, teacher and artist Barrington Barber begins his exploration of this area of art with anatomy and encompasses all aspects of figure drawing, showing you how to make the best of your talents.

• Includes information on materials, techniques, and styles
• Reviews the human figure in detail
• Teaches you how to draw the whole figure, clothed and unclothed
• Contains step-by-step drawings and exercises to practise

Perspective is key to making your artworks look convincing and three-dimensional, yet it can be a daunting prospect for artists. This handy guide sets out the rules of perspective clearly and simply, using demonstrations and step-by-step exercises. You will learn how the same perspective rules underpin compositions of all types, from panoramic landscapes to urban scenes, interiors, simple objects and human figures.

ABOUT THE SERIES: The Essential Guides to Drawing are practical books for artists who wish to improve their skills in a particular subject area. The series covers Animals, Landscapes, Perspective & Composition, Portraits, Still Life and Landscapes.

Drawing the human figure with confidence and skill is perhaps the biggest challenge an artist can face, but it is the most rewarding when done successfully.

In Anatomy for Artists, best-selling author and artist Barrington Barber provides clear annotated diagrams of every part of the human body useful to the artist, showing bone structure, musculature and surface views.

Throughout the book he gives practical advice, gained from years of experience, on how to apply your newfound knowledge to the drawing of live models. This carefully researched, comprehensive book is an invaluable reference resource for the practising artist.

Learn how to:
• Recognize the differences between male and female bone structure
• Identify facial muscles used in different expressions
• Name the bones that show at the surface of the body
• Accurately portray the body in movement
• Improve your life drawing technique

This fully illustrated, user-friendly drawing manual by globally best-selling artist Barrington Barber incorporates all the elements of his highly successful teaching style. It demonstrates that, with practice and persistence, all of us can benefit from this marvellously satisfying activity. Drawing Made Easy includes lessons and exercises that describe the basic skills, from giving the appearance of three-dimensionality to using tone.

The areas covered include the human figure, still life, the natural world and landscapes. Barrington Barber's step-by-step approach shows how to choose subjects, vary techniques and materials and build up compositions. Encouraging pupils to find their own style through experimentation, this title is suitable for people with barely any experience of drawing as well as those looking to refresh their skills.

When it comes to drawing there is no substitute for practice, and with this collection of 100 drawing projects you'll never be short of inspiration.

From capturing the play of light in a sparkling water glass to composing a family portrait, there is a wide range of subject matter to develop your skills. Each drawing is broken down into five easy steps, so you can see exactly how tone is applied at every stage.

Whether you are budding artist or a professional wishing to hone their skills, Barrington Barber's accessible teaching style makes this a must-have manual for those looking to improve their drawing using a relaxed but effective method.

The bold form of the human figure has inspired artists for centuries, providing endless variety and interest. In this inspirational workbook, author and artist Barrington Barber provides an accessible introduction to life drawing.

After reading this book, you will be able to:
• Precisely depict the skeleton and musculature
• Use perspective to create realistic images
• Correctly gauge figure proportions and foreshorten limbs
• Portray figures in movement
• And more!

Examples from master artists such as Giorgione, Manet and Freud show the range of materials and stylistic approaches to life drawing. With carefully annotated diagrams, simple exercises and a handy list of anatomical terms, The Fundamentals of Drawing Nudes gives you everything you need to draw your own realistic figures. This book is perfect for both budding and professional artists, providing tips and tricks to mastering this subtle art.