How Great Thou Art I: An Inspirational Approach to Drawing, Revised

This conversational drawing-book combines casual text, simple lessons and quotes for the great artists for a fantastic introduction to drawing. Starting with the basics--"Draw lines, young man, draw lines!"--and incrementally growing towards the advanced--copying the masters and creating portrait studies--students will learn about the steps it takes in order to become a truly good artist, as well as those who've already achieved such a distinction. Illustrations at each step of the way provide visual examples of the textual instructions. 116 pages, softcover with a blank "Sketchbook" included in the back. Five pen & ink cards are also included. Ages 13 & up. Supplies that are recommended to be purchased separately include: a drawing pencil set, an ultra fine black pen, calligraphy pen, pencil sharpener & a kneaded eraser.

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How Great Thou Art II: An Inspirational Approach to Drawing, Revised

This conversational drawing-book combines casual text, simple lessons, scripture and artist quotations in a fantastic continuation of drawing instruction. Designed to follow How Great Thou Art Volume 1, this book can nevertheless be done as a separate course, as some of the lessons from the first will be reviewed. Starting with basics of ellipses and lines, students will discover how to draw anatomy, nature, still lifes, lettering, automobiles and various other interesting drawing studies. Illustrations at each step of the way provide visual examples of the instructions. 113 pages, softcover with a blank "Sketchbook" included in the back. Ages 13 & up; 85 lessons. Four pen and ink cards are also included.

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How Great Thou Art I & II, Teacher's Manual

Most of these assignments will encourage you to work from life. Working from life will teach you to see correctly and allow you to work more with light and form in your artwork. This is one of the critical cornerstones in building a foundation in drawing. So, persevere. Give How Great Thou Art your best effort, and we will see what you have accomplished by the end of the book. Ages 12 through adult. This is the Teachers Manual for How Great Thou Art I and II. It explicitly guides the teacher through each lesson.

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The Elements of Art and Composition, Book 1 (emphasis on European art), Senior High

"Artistic Pursuits: The Elements of Art and Composition" is a comprehensive art program designed to involve the student in the creative process while developing observational skills.

There are four unique projects in each unit. Students assimilate information from the unit and do a work of art reflecting their interests or particular interpretations. Different subject matter is explored: landscape, still life, figures, animals, imagination and observational studies.

Students also study the concept presented in each unit by observing it in works by the masters. A set of fine art reproductions is included.

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Exercises and Activities for Short Lessons in Art History

Included in this revised edition are:

• Interesting and engaging activities
• New and revised discussion questions geared to students' interests and abilities
• Research projects that promote a deeper understanding of the lives and works of the artists

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Do You Doodle?

With all the pressure for kids to achieve at whatever they try, here is the perfect antidote-a book that simply invites them to enter and play. Nikalas Catlow has made a start on each of the generous-sized pages-a few beginning strokes of pictures and prompts like a boy looking into a bowl and asking what's in there. Doodlers go off from there on a liberating flight of mindless fancy. There are over 200 pages to complete and create. A book that will be as irresistible to overtaxed adults as it is to kids eager to enjoy its spirit of adventure, imagination, and creativity.

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Lifepac Electives: Art, Complete Set

From perspective and portraiture to carving and cartooning, here's everything you need to guide your 12- to 18-year-olds in the study of art! This set includes 10 complete LIFEPACs---custom-designed for varying grade levels---plus a teacher's guide. Students learn about colors and shading, drawing figures, sculpture, printmaking, comics, calligraphy, art appreciation, and more. No previous knowledge required!

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Drawing: A Complete Course

Take your teens "back to the drawing board" with an intensive hands-on course designed to teach the basics of space, composition, media, and design. As they experiment with landscapes, still life, abstractions, and outdoor sketching, they'll be challenged by 110 black-and-white "master drawings" from Picasso, Degas, van Gogh, and others---and inspired to add their own contribution to the gallery! 190 pages, softcover from Walch.

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Short Lessons in Art History: 35 Artists & Their Work

Captivate your students with the fascinating history of art!

• Highlights the personal struggles and successes of well-known artists
• Exposes students to informal biographies of painters and sculptors from Europe and the U.S.
• Builds appreciation for artists' work as well as major art movements

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Art and the Bible

"The lordship of Christ should include an interest in the arts," writes Francis Schaeffer. "A Christian should use these arts to the glory of God, not just as tracts, mind you, but as things of beauty to the praise of God."

Many Christians, wary of creating graven images, have steered clear of artistic creativity. But the Bible offers a robust affirmation of the arts. The human impulse to create reflects our being created in the image of a creator God.

Art and the Bible has been a foundational work for generations of Christians in the arts. In this book's classic essays, Francis Schaeffer first examines the scriptural record of the use of various art forms, and then establishes a Christian perspective on art. With clarity and vigor, Schaeffer explains why "the Christian is the one whose imagination should fly beyond the stars."

Francis A. Schaeffer founded the L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland and was the author of many books. Until his death in 1984, he was also a noted speaker with a worldwide ministry. His ministry continues through his books, with over two million copies in print.

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