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Title:
Drawing trees and leaves : observing and sketching the natural world / Julia Kuo, Michael Wojtech.
Author:
Kuo, Julia, author.

Wojtech, Michael, author.
Publication Information:
Beverly, Massachusetts : Quarto Publishing Group USA, Inc., [2017]
Call Number:
NC810 .K86 2016
Abstract:
Trees are a perennially inspiring subject for artists. Think of their beautiful multicolored leaves in the fall, or the way the snow settles on their branches in the winter. Start by learning how to identify trees and leaves, their benefit and life stages, the oldest trees, famous forests, and other fascinating aspects and phases of growth. Then, use this inspiration paired with charming prompts to draw the diverse beauty of these endlessly captivating and beautiful subjects. Flip this book open vertically; these are drawings of tall trees! --Publisher's description.
ISBN:
9781631592607
Series:
Curious artist

Curious artist.
Physical Description:
141 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Introduction: nature sketching basics -- Form and function. How trees evolved ; A tree's life stages ; Photosynthesis ; Seeds ; Roots ; Wood ; Bark ; Leaves ; Flowers and fruit -- Trees in the wild. Identifying trees ; Trees and other organisms ; The world's oldest trees ; Famous forests -- Living with trees. The benefits of trees ; Planting trees ; Trees in art and culture.
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