2007-2016 | English | EPUB,PDF | 215 MB

Never before has there been such a comprehensive collection of Strokes of Genius.

Inside this collection, youll find:

- Nearly 600 artists renderings, words, and unique perspectives

- 800 artworks in graphite, charcoal, pastel, colored pencil, ink, and more

- Commentary and comments from each artist about their work, process, and techniques

Strokes of Genius: The Best of Drawing 

169 works  100 artists

The premiere book in this popular series, Stokes of Genius uncovers awe-inspiring artworks and the secrets behind the creations. Artists and art lovers will enjoy this celebration of the art of drawing and the artists self-expression that fills the pages. Find artwork done in nearly every medium including charcoal, ink, pastel, and markers. A source of inspiration and delight, Strokes of Genius combines years of expertise, artist breakthroughs and, above all, remarkable drawings that leave a lasting impression.

Strokes of Genius 2: Light and Shadow

140 works  100 artists

Celebrate the beauty, diversity and expression of drawing with the second edition in the Strokes of Genius series. Fresh from the studios and sketchpads of 100 artists, these striking creations run the gamut from highly detailed, remarkably realistic images that were months in the making, to contour drawings, journal sketches and gestures captured in mere minutes. Selections feature original approaches to landscapes, portraits and other classic subjects, along with offbeat inspirations like vintage photos and washed-off watercolor paintings.

Strokes of Genius 3 - The Best of Drawing: Fresh Perspectives

140 works  over 100 artists

Feast your eyes on amazing drawings from multiple mediums including charcoal, pencil, pastel, ink and more! Strokes of Genius 3: The Best of Drawing, Fresh Perspectives brings you drawings of town and country, portraits, pets, still life, the human figure, and wildlife. Hear from the artists themselves with insightful comments on their artwork while viewing a variety of fresh perspectives. Discover new possibilities in drawing and inspiration that will last a life time.

Strokes of Genius 4 - The Best of Drawing: Exploring Line

140 works  over 100 artists

Learn great new tips for drawing and illustrating in the fourth edition of Strokes of Genius. Hear from fellow drawing artists as they describe and discuss their selected works. You'll spend hours delving deep into each image, finding your own inspiration and creativity. Discover innovative works to spark your own creativity and possibilities for your own work.

Strokes of Genius 5 - The Best of Drawing: Design and Composition 

120 works  91 artists

The fifth Strokes edition emphasizes design and composition, and features 120 drawings in charcoal, pencil, pastel, ink, and more. The pieces featured in this volume were hand-selected from thousands of entrants and capture a wide variety of stories told through composition. Explore vivid photos of each of the 120 drawings in this volume, plus find tips and quotes from each of the contributing artists about their drawing. Youll benefit from the advice of 91 skilled artists in a wide variety of media and enjoy their unique designs and compositions.

Strokes Of Genius 6: The Best of Drawing 

104 works  over 100 artists

From the darkest darks to the lightest lights, the sixth edition of the beloved Strokes of Genius series has brought the meaning of value to a whole new level. Each artist has a unique perspective on value that draws us in, tells stories, and transports us to sights and scenes that are breathtaking in realism or created with a distinctive style. With more than 100 pencil, pen and ink, pastel, charcoal, and colored pencil artists, youll sure to enjoy hours of beautiful artwork with fresh insight and ideas from these artists that cannot be found anywhere else.

Strokes of Genius 7: Depth, Dimension and Space

135 inspirational drawings in charcoal, pencil, pastel, colored pencil, pen and ink, scratchboard and more

An exciting diversity of styles and techniques, presented in subject-themed chapters: portraits, landscapes, animals, still lifes and figures

Practical artist-to-artist advice, insights and anecdotes you won't find anywhere else

Books on art theory put forth concepts like contrast, edges and perspective. Strokes of Genius brings those theories to life, showing how today's artists put them to work. Each drawing is a unique, real-world lesson on how to manipulate value, light, shadows, details and more to evoke a feeling of depth and invite the viewer in.

Strokes Of Genius 8: Expressive Texture

Inspiration fresh from the studios of 131 master artists!

A celebration of creative drawing, the Strokes of Genius series showcases standout work from today's top artists. This 8th volume focuses on how artists use texture to bring life and depth to subjects ranging from soulful portraits and expressive still lifes, to beautiful landscapes and pulsing city scenes. Texture plays an essential role in each of these drawings–capturing character, building mood, and paying homage to everyday moments that often go unnoticed.

These pages serve up a tantalizing buffet of tactile impressions, from rough tree bark and silky fur to peeling paint and timeworn fabrics. Complete with fascinating, firsthand insights on the drawing techniques behind the textures, Strokes of Genius 8 offers hours of browsing and inspiration for artists and art-lovers alike. Inside you'll find:

139 magnificent works in charcoal, pencil, pastel, colored pencil, scratchboard and pen+ink

An exciting range of styles and approaches, presented in subject-themed chapters

A behind-the-scenes look at the tools and methods used to evoke a wide range of natural and manmade textures