Focus on light, perspective, and depth.
The Big Book of Drawing covers a vast array of subjects, ensuring that artists can explore various genres within a single volume. These subjects include:
Lee Hammond’s Big Book of Drawing is more than just a technique manual; it is a pedagogical tool that builds confidence and technical ability. By reducing complex scenes into manageable steps, Lee Hammond empowers artists to capture the world around them with accuracy and artistic flair. Lee Hammond's Big Book of Drawing
Detailed instructions for rendering fur, feathers, and textures in wildlife.
Compare the original 2004 edition on AbeBooks with the All New Big Book (2018) from Penguin Random House. Find used, lower-cost copies on sites like World of Books. Focus on light, perspective, and depth
While rooted in traditional graphite pencil techniques, the All New Big Book of Drawing specifically expands upon the use of colored pencils, offering 88 step-by-step projects that guide the artist from simple exercises to finished, frame-worthy artwork.
Hammond encourages viewing subjects as collections of interlocking shapes (spheres, cubes, cylinders) rather than complex objects. By reducing complex scenes into manageable steps, Lee
The core philosophy of Hammond’s work is that drawing is a learnable skill based on observation rather than innate talent. The book employs a methodical, three-stage approach to transform simple shapes into detailed, lifelike drawings.