Drawing and Sketching in Pencil

This guide to mastering the art of pencil drawing offers clear, concise instruction on composition, outline, proportion, perspective, light and shade, and individual style. Its 66 illustrations encompass many subjects people, animals, architecture, landscapes and demonstrate a variety of techniques, with insights and guidance for every artist.

Co-founder of Watson-Guptill Publications and co-editor of American Artist magazine, Arthur L. Guptill was an architect, painter, art director, and author of several popular books on drawing.

Part I.First ConsiderationsThe Essential EquipmentObject Drawing in OutlineObject Drawing in Light and ShadeFree-hand PerspectiveCast DrawingLife DrawingSketching AnimalsPart II.Architectural ConsiderationsStarting the WorkIndividual StyleMethods and LightingComposition and Drawing from PhotographsGraded TonesThe Representation of Small BusinessThe Representation of DetailsInteriors and FurnitureOutdoor SketchingAccessoriesDecorative TreatmentLarge BuildingsConclusion