explorer's guide to drawing fantasy creatures
TRANSCRIPT
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
CONTENTSIntroduction bull 5
Chapter One
983109x983152983148orin983143 t983144e 983106asic983155 991266 14Workspace and Tools bull Constructing Creatures
Drawing Dynamic Gestures bull Outfitting Your Creature Features
Human Bodies and Proportion bull Perspective bull Foreshortening
Pencil-Rendering Techniques bull Using Color
Chapter Two
983107rea983156in983143 983129our 1048643rea983156ur983141 991266 21Finding Inspirations bull Using Reference bull Sketching
Designing bull Silhouette Value bull Developing Personality
Finalizing Your Creature
Chapter Three
983107rea983156ures o983142 983117983161t983144 991266 33Chimera Demo bull Chimera Head Mini Demo bull Dragon Demo
Leathery wings Mini Demo bull Minotaur Demo
Monster Hands Mini Demo bull Hydra Demo bull Sphinx Demo
Sphinx Face Mini Demo
Chapter Four
983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983127a983156e983154 991266 67 Painted Marsh Nymph Demo bull Sea Serpent Demo
Fins Mini Demo bull Living Island Demo bull Trees and Rocks Mini Demo
Chapter Five
983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983116an983140 991266 87 Venom-Spitting Sand Dragon Demo bull Forest Behemoth Demo
Crowned Ibak Demo bull Costumes and Accessories
Saddle Mini Demo bull Ursukin Demo
Chapter Six983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983123k983161 991266 113Pancake Glider Demo bull Hook-Legged Bodeo Demo
Feathered wings Mini Demo bull Flying Fish Demo
Lantern Bat Demo bull Lantern Bat Painting Demo
About and Acknowledgments bull 142
Index bull 143
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983113ntro983140uctio983150Fantasy sparks the imagination
Fantasy stories draw from traditional mythology and fairy tales and often
explore themes important to the real world in an otherworldly setting While
fantasy tales may transport us to different worlds they inform our own world as
well They also can be simply a wonderful way to pass the time to 1047297nd a creative
outlet through things that donrsquot exist in this mundane world
Chances are if yoursquove picked up this book yoursquore a creative person who loves
art and fantasy settingsmdashand most importantly fantasy creatures Why not tag
along on a fantasy art adventure
This book will be your study guide as we follow our friend Paki to discover
some amazing creatures in their natural habitats From critters that glide
through the air to dangerous behemoths that lurk beneath the sea the land-
scape is teeming with unique life Together wersquoll take a record of these fasci-
nating beings making sketches and jotting down notes to 1047297nd out just what
makes them tick
This volume can be used in many ways as step-by-
step instruction for drawing the individual fantasy
creatures Paki discovered on his adventures as a guide
to important basic concepts and techniques applicable
across a wide range of art genres or as a stepping
stone to your own creations Itrsquos all up to you
If yoursquove ever longed to escape from the
ordinary world to explore a fanciful realm
see exciting new places and discover
strange species take this book with
you bring your sketchbook and
get ready to let your imagination
be your guide as you draw some
astonishing creatures
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Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
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ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
CONTENTSIntroduction bull 5
Chapter One
983109x983152983148orin983143 t983144e 983106asic983155 991266 14Workspace and Tools bull Constructing Creatures
Drawing Dynamic Gestures bull Outfitting Your Creature Features
Human Bodies and Proportion bull Perspective bull Foreshortening
Pencil-Rendering Techniques bull Using Color
Chapter Two
983107rea983156in983143 983129our 1048643rea983156ur983141 991266 21Finding Inspirations bull Using Reference bull Sketching
Designing bull Silhouette Value bull Developing Personality
Finalizing Your Creature
Chapter Three
983107rea983156ures o983142 983117983161t983144 991266 33Chimera Demo bull Chimera Head Mini Demo bull Dragon Demo
Leathery wings Mini Demo bull Minotaur Demo
Monster Hands Mini Demo bull Hydra Demo bull Sphinx Demo
Sphinx Face Mini Demo
Chapter Four
983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983127a983156e983154 991266 67 Painted Marsh Nymph Demo bull Sea Serpent Demo
Fins Mini Demo bull Living Island Demo bull Trees and Rocks Mini Demo
Chapter Five
983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983116an983140 991266 87 Venom-Spitting Sand Dragon Demo bull Forest Behemoth Demo
Crowned Ibak Demo bull Costumes and Accessories
Saddle Mini Demo bull Ursukin Demo
Chapter Six983107rea983156ures o983142 t983144e 983123k983161 991266 113Pancake Glider Demo bull Hook-Legged Bodeo Demo
Feathered wings Mini Demo bull Flying Fish Demo
Lantern Bat Demo bull Lantern Bat Painting Demo
About and Acknowledgments bull 142
Index bull 143
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983113ntro983140uctio983150Fantasy sparks the imagination
Fantasy stories draw from traditional mythology and fairy tales and often
explore themes important to the real world in an otherworldly setting While
fantasy tales may transport us to different worlds they inform our own world as
well They also can be simply a wonderful way to pass the time to 1047297nd a creative
outlet through things that donrsquot exist in this mundane world
Chances are if yoursquove picked up this book yoursquore a creative person who loves
art and fantasy settingsmdashand most importantly fantasy creatures Why not tag
along on a fantasy art adventure
This book will be your study guide as we follow our friend Paki to discover
some amazing creatures in their natural habitats From critters that glide
through the air to dangerous behemoths that lurk beneath the sea the land-
scape is teeming with unique life Together wersquoll take a record of these fasci-
nating beings making sketches and jotting down notes to 1047297nd out just what
makes them tick
This volume can be used in many ways as step-by-
step instruction for drawing the individual fantasy
creatures Paki discovered on his adventures as a guide
to important basic concepts and techniques applicable
across a wide range of art genres or as a stepping
stone to your own creations Itrsquos all up to you
If yoursquove ever longed to escape from the
ordinary world to explore a fanciful realm
see exciting new places and discover
strange species take this book with
you bring your sketchbook and
get ready to let your imagination
be your guide as you draw some
astonishing creatures
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Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
48
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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983113ntro983140uctio983150Fantasy sparks the imagination
Fantasy stories draw from traditional mythology and fairy tales and often
explore themes important to the real world in an otherworldly setting While
fantasy tales may transport us to different worlds they inform our own world as
well They also can be simply a wonderful way to pass the time to 1047297nd a creative
outlet through things that donrsquot exist in this mundane world
Chances are if yoursquove picked up this book yoursquore a creative person who loves
art and fantasy settingsmdashand most importantly fantasy creatures Why not tag
along on a fantasy art adventure
This book will be your study guide as we follow our friend Paki to discover
some amazing creatures in their natural habitats From critters that glide
through the air to dangerous behemoths that lurk beneath the sea the land-
scape is teeming with unique life Together wersquoll take a record of these fasci-
nating beings making sketches and jotting down notes to 1047297nd out just what
makes them tick
This volume can be used in many ways as step-by-
step instruction for drawing the individual fantasy
creatures Paki discovered on his adventures as a guide
to important basic concepts and techniques applicable
across a wide range of art genres or as a stepping
stone to your own creations Itrsquos all up to you
If yoursquove ever longed to escape from the
ordinary world to explore a fanciful realm
see exciting new places and discover
strange species take this book with
you bring your sketchbook and
get ready to let your imagination
be your guide as you draw some
astonishing creatures
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
48
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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983113ntro983140uctio983150Fantasy sparks the imagination
Fantasy stories draw from traditional mythology and fairy tales and often
explore themes important to the real world in an otherworldly setting While
fantasy tales may transport us to different worlds they inform our own world as
well They also can be simply a wonderful way to pass the time to 1047297nd a creative
outlet through things that donrsquot exist in this mundane world
Chances are if yoursquove picked up this book yoursquore a creative person who loves
art and fantasy settingsmdashand most importantly fantasy creatures Why not tag
along on a fantasy art adventure
This book will be your study guide as we follow our friend Paki to discover
some amazing creatures in their natural habitats From critters that glide
through the air to dangerous behemoths that lurk beneath the sea the land-
scape is teeming with unique life Together wersquoll take a record of these fasci-
nating beings making sketches and jotting down notes to 1047297nd out just what
makes them tick
This volume can be used in many ways as step-by-
step instruction for drawing the individual fantasy
creatures Paki discovered on his adventures as a guide
to important basic concepts and techniques applicable
across a wide range of art genres or as a stepping
stone to your own creations Itrsquos all up to you
If yoursquove ever longed to escape from the
ordinary world to explore a fanciful realm
see exciting new places and discover
strange species take this book with
you bring your sketchbook and
get ready to let your imagination
be your guide as you draw some
astonishing creatures
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 616
Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
48
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1416
Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
48
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1016
Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 616
Bringing Legend to Life
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
straightedge
DRAW THE MINOTAUR
I T rsquoS OK T O SCRI BBL EW hen
beg inning a dr aw ing itrsquos OK to keep thing s loose w ith a big mess of lines Use a lig ht touch Just keep w or king until y ou 1047297nd the lines y ou like best T hen y ou can g o ov er those w ith y our pencil to make them
dar ker and er ase the scr ibbles y ou donrsquot need
This powerful monster with the head of a bull the body of a man and quite an
eyebrow-raising story surrounding his origin roams the endless Labyrinth of
Crete Legend has it that each year seven girls and boys are sacri1047297ced to feed thecreature Though he has a taste for humans one canrsquot help but feel a little sorry
for the beast having been thrown into the depths of the Labyrinth at birth
because of his freakish appearance Many would-be heroes have attempted to
slay the Minotaur and their efforts have ended in defeat Perhaps things would
have turned out differently if he had been sent fruits and vegetables rather
than teenagers
1Start With a Gesture Drawing
Sketch a gesture using a powerful centerline Draw opposing
angles for the shoulders and hips and a sharp angle where the
neck meets the body to emphasize the strength of the pose
Block in the head and shoulders with circles Donrsquot forget a
centerline to show where the head is pointing Form the arms by
drawing sticks with circles for the joints
48
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DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1016
Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1416
Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 716
DRA W MON S TER HAND SGiv e rsquoEm a Hand
A f ter the face and head hands are generall y the mos t impor tan t focus o f a
humanoid 1047297gure The wa y hands are dra wn can sa y a lo t abou t your charac ter
and the wa y he is feeling Remember to sho w emo tion in the hands as well as
in the face
I f you are de veloping a humanoid crea ture you can exaggera te and bend
human ana tom y to your o wn will To crea te mons trous hands dra w big thick
1047297ngers massi ve knuckles popping tendons burs ting veins and lea ther y folds
in the skin Cla ws or cracked 1047297ngernails on a big gu y like this Mino taur are an
ex tra bonus de tail Adding or sub trac ting the amoun t o f 1047297ngers is ano ther wa y
to make your crea turersquos hands look o ther worldl y
1Start With Simple Shapes
Block in simple shapes di viding the hand in to roughly three
segmen ts the back o f the hand the 1047297ngers and the thumb As
you work keep in mind tha t he is holding a weapon tigh tly
2Draw the Knuckl
es
Dra w circles to sho w where the knuckles will be For this gu y
the y should be big and mea t y
3Add Details
Flesh ou t the hand wi th some de tails Dra w veins and cragg y
folds in the knuckles to add personali ty
4Clean Up and Add
Final Details
Clean up the cons truc tion lines and add 1047297nishing touches
1047297nalize your dra wing
Closed Hand
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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 816
7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 916
Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1016
Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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7Embellish With Details
Add battle damage stretchy skinbetween the toes spikesmdashyou name it
Draw a tongue 1047298icking out of the mouth of
the far left head complete with venom-
ous spittle Draw as many or as few
scales as you like just leave a few blank
spots for the viewerrsquos eye to rest on
6Sketch In Scales
Block in where the scales will go with curves that follow the
form of the limb or tail Draw curving lines that intersect them
creating a sort of checkerboard pattern Re1047297ne the shape of
each scale so they form an interlocking pattern Scales will be
bigger where there is more surface area to cover or where the
creature needs more protection They will be smaller in places
where things need to bend like knees shoulders or elbows
F ORM S I N SP AAAAAACELig htly sketching a ser ies of cur v ing lines or cir cles ar ound body f eatur es can be helpf ul in constr ucting the f or ms and 1047297g ur ing out w her e they exist in space Depending w hich w ay y our lines cur v e shapes can look like they rsquor e coming tow ar d the v iew er or r eceding back into space T his is handy w hen f or eshor tening an ar m or leg or dr aw ing something f r om a dif 1047297cult ang le
58
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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Glass Dragon
12 times 18 (30cm times 46cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Alizarin Crimson Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue Lemon
Yellow Permanent Green Middle Permanent White Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber
Scarlet Lake Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1116
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1016
Stirrup
DRAW A S ADDLE
Accessorize Away
There are many types of riding saddles This saddle is very similar
to a western style saddle Look at saddles used on different animals
and from cultures around the world to see how the shape and struc-ture differs from saddle to saddle
983117a983156eria983148s acid-free art paper
eraser
pencil
1Block In the Saddle
Use basic shapes overlapping one another Draw a rectan-
gular shape in the middle to form the seat Draw a triangular
shape in back to form the cantle
2Add the Skirt and Fender
Re1047297ne and round off the simple shapes you drew Sketch in
the skirt and fender which the riderrsquos leg rests against while the
foot is in the stirrup Draw in the edge of the cantle and bring itdown to connect to the jockey
3Refine and Add
the Stirrup
Erase the sketchy guide
lines you no longer need and
continue to re1047297ne your lines
Donrsquot forget to draw the
stirrup
4Add Details
Add details such as
colorful patterns embossed
into the leather Echoing your
designs in the costume of
the rider or other equipment
for your creature is a plus
SeatCantle
Cantle
Jockey
Fender
Skirt
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1116
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1216
4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1416
Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1116
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
A large bird with brilliant plumage the hook-legged bodeo is named for the special
pair of hook-like appendages extending from behind its legs These birds live in lush
rainforests and are adept at acrobatic feats of climbing Their preferred diet of fruits
and nuts is located high in the forest canopy on delicate tree branches that are dif-
ficult for these heavy birds to perch on With the assistance of their hooked limbs they
anchor themselves to stronger tree branches where they can safely stretch their long
necks to grab their grub A powerful beak allows them to crack open the shells of the
toughest nuts and fruit While they rsquore expert climbers they are clumsy fliers Male
hook-legged bodeos display colorful sacs on their necks which they inflate during
mating season to attract females Both sexes are brightly colored and sport large bony
crests on their heads
DRAW A HOOK -LEGGED BODEO
Take to the Skies
1Sketch a Gesture Drawing
Start with a circle for the head and quickly sketch in a basic
gesture laying out the curve of the body and the placement of the
wings
2Form the Body
Expand on your gesture lines by drawing simple shapes to form
the body Draw circles to mark the joints in the wings and legs
3Block In Wing and Leg Muscles
Think of the wing as an arm and sketch bubbles to form the
deltoid biceps and forearm muscles Sketch in the hook-like
ldquolegsrdquo and block in some thick branches for your bird to latch onto
Itrsquos important to indicate where the branches will be early in the
drawing so that his interaction with them looks believable
4
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
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4Flesh Out the Wings and Legs
Sketch in his wing claws and toes using circles to mark where
the knobby joints will be Block in the overall shape of the wings
5Concentrate on the Claws and Feet
Flesh out the ldquofingersrdquo and toes and add strong claws for
climbing Erase any guidelines that you no longer need
6Add Texture and Details
Embellish his face and neck with more
detail The air pouch on his neck should
hang loosely like a turkeyrsquos wattle while
itrsquos not inflated for display Continue to add
detail to the tail feathers Texture his legs
with bumpy scales
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
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The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8Add Feathers
Sketch a series of lines radiating from the center of the wing todivide each section with feathers Start to refine the edges of the
primary flight feathers They should taper gracefully towards the
tips
9Stagger the Feathers and
Round Off the Tips
Using the lines you laid in previously round
off the tips of each feather Stagger them
as they overlap so they look realistic Vary
the shape and size of the feathers
7Focus on the Wings
Concentrate on the wings for the next few steps Sketch inS-shaped curves to break the wings up into several chunks for the
layers of feathers
6
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Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1416
Hook-Legged Bodeo
16 times 1225 (41cm times 31cm)
Surface 140-lb (300gsm) cold-pressed watercolor paper
Gouache pigments Burnt Sienna Burnt Umber Cerulean Blue Cobalt Blue
Lemon Yellow Olive Green Permanent Yellow Deep Raw Umber Scarlet Lake
Ultramarine Yellow Ochre Zinc White
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1516
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8
862019 Explorers Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullexplorers-guide-to-drawing-fantasy-creatures 1616
ISBN 13 978-1-4403-0835-2
ISBN 10 1-4403-0835-7
UPC 0 35313 65040 6EAN 9 781440 308352SRN Z8829
Category Art TechniquePrice US $2699 CAN $2599Trim 825w times10875hPage count 144Binding hardcover
Publication month August 2011Word count 30 228 of color illustrations 150 of bw illustrations 200Interior color 4c
Features
bull 25 step-by-step demonstrations that teach everything
from basic drawing techniques to drawing and painting
a complete scene
bull A sophisticated yet approachable style with lessons on
how to draw and paint fantasy creatures
bull Easy-to-find materials and instructions make it easy for
readers to learn by doing
bull Popular fantasy art subjects in a style readers want to
emulate
About the Author
Emily Fiegenschuh studied illustration at Ringling College of Art
and Design and graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Emily has illustrated numerous Dungeons and Dragons rule
books for Wizards of the Coast and has contributed cover and
interior illustrations to the Mirrorstone Young Adult novel series
Knights of the Silver Dragon Her work has also appeared in Spec-
trum 9 The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art From 2008 through
2009 she illustrated the ten-part fantasy story ldquoThe Star Shardrdquo by
Frederic S Durbin for Cricket magazine Her art has also appeared
in the New York Times best sellers A Practical Guide to Dragons and
A Practical Guide to Monsters Recently Emily has been working on
paintings for the Inuit Mythology Initiative a non-profit organiza-
tion dedicated to preserving Inuit myths and legends
an imprint of F+W Media incwwwimpact-bookscom
The Explorerrsquos Guide to Drawing Fantasy Creatures by Emily Fiegenschuh
8