Hello everyone,
I have used all the books so far recommended over the years that I have
taught drawing to adults. I have found them all useful but notice that
though they all have interesting things to offer there is no definitive book
given the nature of drawing and the diversity of people. There are a couple
of books that I wouldn't be without, well three to be precise. They are
;'The Art of Responsive Drawing' by Nathan Goldstein; and 'Figure Drawing:
The Structural Anatomy and Expressive Design of the Human Form' also by
Nathan Goldstein.
My fafourite book of all time is; A Guide to Drawing by Daniel Mendelowitz.
These are all available on Amazon but if you can possibly get the last one
second hand in hardback it has better and larger images. The hardback
version is a smaller format.
Best wishes to all you drawing tutors. I have found the discussion very
interesting and take comfort in the fact that you all seem to be struggling
with the same problems that I do in teaching adults to draw and finding some
innovative solutions. I haven't used Betty Edward's book quite so much but
will go have another look for ideas to encourage beginning students.
Ronette Pickering
Richmond
Nelson New Zealand.
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