The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards, Jeremy P. Tarcher (1999, Paperback, Revised)

Very simply, this is a book that anyone and everyone should purchase if they have any interest in learning to draw portraits. Ms. Edwards has proven that everyone possesses the ability to draw realistically. Pick up a copy of this book and look and the before and after drawings. If that doesn't convince you that you too have the untrained ability to create awesome drawings...

Give Ms. Edwards' ideas a try. You will shortly realize the "truth" of her position as you work her fun-to-do exercises. Even it the assignments were not fun, the rapid progression of your drawing skills would make them well worthwhile. Obviously this book is not a artistic "magic bullet" but you will learn to draw with a realism that is almost photographic. Forget your preconceived notions about your drawing skill. I promise you a very happy surprise; you can draw.


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