Cynthia Knox is an artist and educator whose passion for drawing with colored pencils and graphite has inspired thousands of students worldwide. She shares her extensive knowledge and techniques through instructional books and online classes, making art education accessible to a broad audience. Her artwork, recognized for its detail and expressiveness, is held in private collections and featured in exhibitions. Knox draws inspiration from a deep love for God and her family, which is reflected in her evocative approach to her craft.
The newest title in the Drawing Made Easy series pairs the lively, vibrant strokes of colored pencil with a stunning array of botanicals. From garden and tropical flower portraits to gorgeous floral still lifes, there is a project to suit every flower lover. Inside, accomplished artist Cynthia Knox teaches her method of developing a colored pencil through simple step-by-step demonstrations, with helpful tips and tricks sprinkled throughout. She also discusses basic flower shapes, anatomy, photographing references, and setting up dynamic still lifes.
Offers step-by-step instructions for completing twenty-seven colored pencil drawing projects, offering advice on appropriate supplies, color theory, and basic techniques in the medium
Introduces basic techniques for using colored pencils to create drawings from photographs, offering instruction on working with colors and achieving correct proportions.
The book highlights the significant role teachers play in shaping children's lives. It emphasizes their ability to impart essential skills like reading and writing while also fostering social connections among students. Through engaging narratives, it showcases the positive impact teachers have on personal growth and education.
Rendering artwork that leaves your viewers contemplating whether a piece might actually be a photograph is no easy task! Perfect for both aspiring and established artists, Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil is an easy-to-understand guidebook that shows you the secrets to drawing lifelike still life artwork in the dynamic medium of colored pencil. If you want to learn how to render realistic still lifes using a wide range of techniques, this approachable, engaging guide is just the resource. After an introduction to the basic tools and materials, you will discover a variety of basic colored-pencil techniques, such as: Hatching Crosshatching Shading Blending Layering Burnishing And much more! In addition, you will find more complex techniques for creating realistic still lifes, including how to render various textures like glass, wood, porcelain, flower petals, and others. Throughout the book, expert artist and art instructor Cynthia Knox offers tips and techniques for using layers to build color and depth, establishing dramatic and moody backgrounds, and working with "hidden" colors to achieve realistic effects. Also included is valuable information for connecting all of the elements for polished and professional results. Packed with easy-to- follow instructions, plenty of helpful tips, and beautiful artwork and photographs to inspire, Realistic Still Life in Colored Pencil is the perfect resource for taking your colored-pencil art to the next level
The story highlights the importance of sharing and caring among friends and family as Paul learns to value his relationship with Luke while fishing. This beautifully illustrated book is designed for young readers aged 4-8, making it an engaging read for children. Additionally, proceeds support Library For All, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children globally improve their reading skills.
Timmy's first day at school is filled with excitement as he looks forward to meeting his teacher and discovering a world of new knowledge. The story captures the joy and anticipation of starting school, highlighting the themes of learning and new experiences.
Timmy's first day at school is filled with excitement as he looks forward to meeting his teacher and discovering new knowledge. Aimed at young readers aged 4-8, this beautifully illustrated book not only captures the joy of starting school but also supports a meaningful cause, with proceeds benefiting Library For All, an organization dedicated to helping children worldwide learn to read.
Discover how to draw realistic dog and puppy portraits in graphite pencil with talented artist Cynthia Knox. Inside you'll find information about the tools and materials you need to get started, helpful artist tips, and basic drawing methods to render fur and features. Follow along with the simple step-by-step instructions to draw a pug, beagle, terrier, and more
Introduces basic techniques for using colored pencils to create drawings from photographs, offering instruction on working with colors and achieving correct proportions
