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Introduces the basic techniques of drawing, providing a brief look at materials, and featuring lessons and exercises that focus on how to see objects and translate that information into lines on paper.

Presents progressive lessons in line drawing and shade drawing, presenting illustrated, step-by-step instructions for "learning by doing" exercises, a "learning to see" analysis section following each exercise, and chapter-end "sketchbook" sections designed to help readers analyze difficulties in their work and develop skills.

Teaches the basics of linear perspective; presents exercises that explore how to solve problems, followed with analysis; and discusses ways of creating depth without lines.