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This inspiring two-book bundle is a complete course for nature artists, providing expert guidance on how to observe, understand, and draw the natural world through the changing seasons. With How to Draw a River and How to Draw a Tree, this set offers structured, confidence-building instruction that takes you from the smallest details to the full landscape. Whether you’re sketching flowing water or capturing woodland textures, this bundle equips artists of all levels with a wealth of techniques, mediums, and creative ideas. Perfect for sketchbook explorers, nature lovers, and those looking to develop their drawing skills through mindful connection with the environment.
Book 1: How to Draw a River: From the Source to the Sea
A compact, step-by-step course designed to teach you how to capture the dynamic beauty of rivers in your sketchbook. Each section builds your confidence, helping you to analyse the landscape in detail and produce high-quality artistic work. From bubbling streams to sweeping estuaries, this book guides you through the entire journey of a river across the seasons and in all weathers, encouraging a deeper appreciation of nature and its ever-changing form.
Book 2: How to Draw a Tree: From the Fruit to the Forest
This companion volume explores the rich diversity of trees, from individual leaves and fruit to whole forest scenes. Structured as a progressive course, it includes techniques for sketching and coloured pencil work, while also introducing mixed media, collage, and the creative use of natural materials such as twigs, moss, and seedpods. Ideal for all abilities, it opens up new ways of seeing and drawing trees, making it a rewarding and enriching part of any artist’s journey.
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