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10+ Best Books to Learn Drawing in 2023

Just Creative

If you want to learn new skills and techniques, choosing the best book to learn drawing is crucial. These best books not only help you in learning the skills and techniques you need but also offer inspiration for your own drawing practice. Before buying a drawing book for yourself, you must ensure why are you buying it.

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Cultural festivals for the soul: 2024 events that celebrate art, design, and creativity

Creative Boom

So, it can help to plan and block-book time away to force yourself into action. Dress warmly in layers and book a guided tour to explore Harbin's ice sculptures and local cuisine. Book accommodations early in Park City and explore the beautiful ski resorts nearby. Sounds reasonable, right? So why not act now?

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Illustrator Aura Lewis on making feminist statements, Mrs America, and her vintage-yet-modern style

Creative Boom

Renowned for her feminist-themed illustrations, Aura's work takes traditionally 'girly' visual elements and turns them into empowering statements. Drawing her inspiration from women's history, fashion, and social activism, Aura's art style is both new and familiar. I think I am most proud of the books I've both written and illustrated.

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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

Creative Boom

With its rich tapestry of art galleries, publishing houses and media outlets, New York City is a veritable hub for illustration agents. The artists on their books have been honoured with over 840 awards for excellence, aided several advertising clients in setting sales records, and helped publishers sell millions of books.

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The 37 Best Design Books to Level Up Your Skills

Inkbot Design

The 37 Best Design Books to Level Up Your Skills As a designer, expanding your knowledge is crucial for professional growth. With so many design books out there, it can take time to identify the true gems worth investing your time into reading. These books strongly introduce the key principles and practices all designers should know.

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Amazing Digital Art and Illustrations By Alessandro Pautasso

Graphic Design Junction

He is a Art director and Illustrator, his specialty lies in digital art and mixed media. In childhood, after falling in love with a Beatles’s illustration book by Alan Aldridge, he began drawing almost daily. His works were featured in several international newspapers, magazines, key-arts, cd-covers and books.

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Paula Scher and Jonathan Yeo launch online courses in design and painting with the BBC

Creative Boom

And she certainly knows what she's doing as a teacher, having spent two decades lecturing at the School of Visual Arts, along with positions at the Cooper Union, Yale University and the Tyler School of Art. Across her lessons, Paula will explore the power of typography, logo creation and collaboration with clients.