1) Draw Your Own Cartoons with Rolf Harris:
Mookle's notes: I grew up watching him draw and always loved his style. He breaks it all down and really makes it seem very simple
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Draw-Your-Cartoons-Rolf-Harris/dp/0285634542
Synopsis
Cartoons are fun to draw, and they’’re not difficult once you get the hang of the technique. Starting with the basics, Rolf moves from simple stick figures to rounded, more realistic people, guaranteed to unlock the hidden talents of all ages.
2) Drawing for Dummies by Brenda Hoddinott
Mookle's notes: I have bought a lot of books in the Dummies series & have always been happy
Synopsis
Drawing For Dummies offers you a fun, easy way to learn drawing basics. Its author, professional illustrator and long-time art educator Brenda Hoddinott, has a simple philosophy—that only you can teach you to draw. With that in mind, she arms you with the tools you need to explore the basics and then coaches you through 30 hands-on drawing projects. You’ll quickly
- Conquer the basics of line and shading
- Develop an eye for basic shapes and contours
- Discover how to create the illusion of three dimensions
- Render still-life subjects and landscapes
- Bring animals and people to vivid life on the page
3) Drawing for the Artistically Undiscovered (Klutz) by Quentin Blake
Mookle's notes: I grew up on roald dahl’s books and was enchanted by the illustrator of his books, Quentin Blake. I have always wanted to draw like him, so when my 8 year old daughter told me she wanted to learn to draw better, I wnet straight for this book (plus, I love the Klutz books). It comes with an artist’s pen & pencil which is really useful too, and it teaches you a really original approach to drawing.
Synopsis
Children’s imaginations will soar with this sketchbook of inspirational artwork, gentle suggestions, practical advice, and lots of white space for the aspiring artist’s use. Quality materials include a sketch pen and two watercolor pencils, one red, one black. Age not specified, but this would be appropriate for anyone over 7. A 1999 Parents’ Choice Gold Award Winner. (Ruth B. Roufberg, Parents’ Choice®)