Drawing Matters

The activity of drawing still informs and develops the work of manypainters, sculptors, printmakers and students of fine art and design inthe 21st century. This book attempts to put drawing into context withthe work of the practising artist and shows how it is still essentialto the development of ideas, methods and skills, and the search forknowledge in the work of many artists.
In this book, Jane Stobart discusses approaches to the subject of drawing such as line, tone, shape, colour and composition.Based on the use of sketchbooks to gather visual information, Janeinspires the reader with examples of life drawing, working sketchbooksfrom selected artists and students as guides to good practice, and agallery section with statements from practising artists about the roleof drawing in their work. Drawing project ideas, information aboutdrawing materials, practical tips and themes for sketchbook work arealso included.