E G Lutz

What to Draw and How to Draw It

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Imprint: LOM ART

Publication date: 26/02/2015

ISBN: 9781910552032

Subject: Non-Fiction

Category: Doodle & Draw

Binding: Hardback

Size: 172 x 250 mm

Extent: 80 pages

Territorial Rights: World (All Languages)

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Summary:

Learn how to draw, with a masterclass from the man who inspired Walt Disney.

Credited with being the inspiration for Walt Disney to pick up a pencil and pursue a career in animation, E G Lutz's method of drawing complex illustrations in gradual, simplified stages paved the way for many of the artists and illustrators who followed him.

* Learn how to draw a delightful range of subjects, from animals and people to toys, buildings and landscapes.
* Pictures are broken down into simple shapes and lines, which are then built up, with the aid of clear step-by-step instructions, into beautiful drawings.
* Simple to follow, yet using principles seen in sophisticated artworks and animations today, this guide can help budding artists of all ages to develop their skills.

Nostalgic yet timeless, this historically and culturally important book has inspired so many adults and children to draw and can help you too to discover the delights of creating your own artwork.

Reviews:

A delightful facsimile... nostalgic and yet timeless, this historically and culturally important book has inspired many

Lancashire Evening Post

Sales points:

  • A fun and useful book to develop the artistic skills of budding illustrators of any age

  • Written by E G Lutz, the illustrator who is credited with inspiring Walt Disney

  • Originally published in 1913, this technique remains hugely relevant to this day

  • Follow the step-by-step instructions to use simple shapes and lines to create your own illustrations

About the Author:

E G Lutz

Although little is known about him, E G Lutz's book is credited with being the inspiration for Walt Disney's career in animation. A brilliant newspaper columnist, Lutz specialized in cartoons, drawing animals and designing optical toys for children to cut out and make.

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