Art Journey Animals is the first-ever compendium of the most soulful and inspiring animal and wildlife artworks, culled from the winners of North Light's popular competition-books series. More than 100 hand-selected drawings and paintings by a wide variety of top contemporary artists have been carefully curated to capture the wonder of nature, from the family room to the farm and the sea to the savanna. The best of the best masterworks from AcrylicWorks, Splash, Strokes of Genius and INCITE have been compiled into this gorgeous, oversized full-color book, which includes observations into the texture, innovation, style and significance of each piece. Accompanying in-depth interviews with the artists offer meaningful insights into nature, the creative process and the human condition. "I hope to bring the viewer into a more intimate view and greater connection with the animal, and through that animal, with themselves." --Heather A. Mitchell, Shepherd Pause

The unparalleled competition showcase for outstanding acrylic artists!

There's an old saying among artists that "value does all the work, while color gets all the credit." AcrylicWorks 5 gives value its due, showing how--in the hands of today's top artists--it brings drama to everyday subjects, conveys emotion and commands the eye.

The 5th competition book in the AcrylicWorks series, this volume delivers another bold and breathtaking show of the best in contemporary acrylic painting, selected from an international call for entries. A rousing blend of instruction and inspiration, these pages feature:

- 127 stunning acrylic and mixed-media paintings by 100+ accomplished artists

- Fascinating insights from the artists themselves, revealing the hows and whys behind each piece

- Focus on the power of value--creative solutions, effective approaches and bold techniques

- A rich variety of subjects--from still life and abstracts to people, animals and landscapes--portrayed in an equally glorious range of styles

A treat for artists and art lovers alike, AcrylicWorks 5 invites you to study these modern-day masterpieces, analyze them...or simply sit back and wonder at their incredible skill and artistry.

Gain insight into methods of the best contemporary acrylic artists in the 3rd edition of AcrylicWorks. Features more than 125 paintings by about 100 artists selected from hundreds of acrylic painters across the world invited to submit work for consideration. Each painting is accompanied by a caption that offers instructive information that discusses the artist's radical breakthrough in the painting process. Entry fee of $25 for first image and $20 each additional entry helps defer cost of production. The 1st annual AcrylicWorks brought in $25,233 in fees, and AcrylicWorks 2 brought in $24,032 in fees. Call for entries promoted in consumer mailings, The Artist's Magazine, www.artistsnetwork.com and http://wetcanvas.com.

Reduce stress by picking up a pencil and learning how to draw with these fun, relaxing, and creative prompts perfect for beginner artists. Have you always wanted to draw but never knew how? Well now's the perfect time to start! You don't need a fine arts degree-you don't even need to know where to begin. Drawing for Beginners is here to help. With helpful prompts and easy-to-follow mini-lessons, you can learn basic drawing techniques that are fun and relaxing. Jump in anywhere and learn new skills that will make a happier, more creative you.

Creative energy is the driving force of what it means to be an artist, and how an artist chooses to use that energy is what sets one apart from the others. The 6th competition book in the Best of Acrylic series, this volume delivers another bold and breathtaking show of the best in contemporary acrylic painting, selected from an international call for entries. A rousing blend of instruction and inspiration, these pages feature: 126 stunning acrylic and mixed-media paintings by 120+ accomplished artists Fascinating insights from the artists themselves, revealing the hows and whys behind each piece Focus on the power of creative energy, effective approaches and bold techniques A rich variety of subjects--from still lifes and abstracts to people, animals and landscapes--portrayed in a wide range of styles A treat for artists and art lovers alike, AcrylicWorks 6: Creative Energy invites you to study these modern-day masterpieces, analyze them...or simply sit back and wonder at their incredible skill and artistry.