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Mark Kistler's Draw Squad by Mark Kistler (1988, Trade Paperback Art Drawing
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
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- 9780671656942
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Touchstone
ISBN-10
0671656945
ISBN-13
9780671656942
eBay Product ID (ePID)
185172
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mark Kistler's Draw Squad
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1988
Topic
Techniques / Cartooning, Techniques / Drawing, Techniques / Pencil Drawing
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
18 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
88-186191
Dewey Edition
19
Reviews
Betty Edwardsauthor ofDrawing on the Right Side of the BrainandDrawing on the Artist WithinKids love cartooning. This book will help keep drawing alive until children are ready to learn to draw from life and nature., Betty Edwardsauthor of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain and Drawing on the Artist Within Kids love cartooning. This book will help keep drawing alive until children are ready to learn to draw from life and nature., From the foreword by James M. ClarkeFormer President, Texas Art Education Association and Art Curriculum Director, Aldine School district, Houston, Tx.Mark Kistler is the most noted art educator in the history of modern art education., From the foreword by James M. Clarke Former President, Texas Art Education Association and Art Curriculum Director, Aldine School district, Houston, Tx. Mark Kistler is the most noted art educator in the history of modern art education., Betty Edwards author of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain and Drawing on the Artist Within Kids love cartooning. This book will help keep drawing alive until children are ready to learn to draw from life and nature.
Grade From
Preschool
Grade To
UP
Dewey Decimal
741.2/4
Table Of Content
Contents My Goals Foreword by James M. Clarke Foreword by Mona Brookes Chapter One "I Can''t Even Draw A Straight Line"Dissolving A Popular Myth The Pre-Test Special Notes For Teachers, Parents, Grandparents, High School Students and Kids The Ten Key Words of Drawing The Drawing Lesson Format Supplies You Will Need Chapter Two The Drawing Adventure Begins Lesson 1 FORESHORTENING: Creating the illusion of depth by distorting objects. Lesson 2 SURFACE: Pushing objects higher or lower on the surface of the page. Lesson 3 SHADING: Adding darkness opposite a light source. Lesson 4 SHADOW: How to effectively use shadow. Lesson 5 DENSITY: Manipulating detail and darkness to make some objects appear nearer than others. Lesson 6 CONTOUR: Giving shape to curved surfaces. Lesson 7 OVERLAPPING: Placing one object over another to create depth. Lesson 8 SIZE: Bigger usually equals closer! Lesson 9 ATTITUDE: How your attitude affects your drawing and vice versa. Lesson 10 DAILY: Use it or lose it! Lesson 11 INTERMEDIATE FORESHORTENING: With definition by Mike Schmid, Fort Wayne, IN Lesson 12 INTERMEDIATE SURFACE: With definition by Hans van der Veen, Groningen, Netherlands Lesson 13 INTERMEDIATE SHADING: With definition by James M. Clarke, Houston, TX Lesson 14 INTERMEDIATE SHADOW: With definition by Hans van der Veen, Groningen, Netherlands Lesson 15 INTERMEDIATE DENSITY: With definition by Amy "Art" Krichko, Bitburg, West Germany Lesson 16 INTERMEDIATE CONTOUR: With definition by Leslie Wingfield, Spring, TX Lesson 17 INTERMEDIATE OVERLAPPING: With definition by Margaret Hansen, San Ramon, CA Lesson 18 INTERMEDIATE SIZE: With definition by Amy "Art" Krichko, Bitburg, West Germany Lesson 19 INTERMEDIATE ATTITUDE: With definition by Ken Krantz, Everett, WA Lesson 20 INTERMEDIATE DAILY: With definition by David Humphreys, Washington, DC Lesson 21 ADVANCED FORESHORTENING: With definition by Tracy Stiffler, Rochester, NY Lesson 22 ADVANCED SURFACE: With definition by Thomas DiPierro, Setauket, NY Lesson 23 ADVANCED SHADING: With definition by Mike Schmid, Fort Wayne, IN Lesson 24 ADVANCED SHADOW: With definition by Ron Adams, Seattle, WA Lesson 25 ADVANCED DENSITY: With definition by Amy "Art" Krichko, Bitburg, West Germany Lesson 26 ADVANCED CONTOUR: With definition by Ron Adams, Seattle, WA Lesson 27 ADVANCED OVERLAPPING: With definition by Leslie Wingfield, Spring, TX Lesson 28 ADVANCED SIZE: With definition by Amy "Art" Krichko, West Germany Lesson 29 ADVANCED ATTITUDE: With definition by David Humphreys. Washington, DC Lesson 30 ADVANCED DAILY: With definition by Vivienne Anderson, Albany, NY Chapter Three Drawing Success in the Classroom Special Ideas For Teachers Chapter Four How Mark Kistler''s Drawing Program Launched My First Grade Classroom by Margaret Hansen Chapter Five More Ideas For Teachers by Mike Schmid Chapter Six Drawing Self-Esteem Chapter Seven Drawing Goals A Special Note to High School Students Chapter Eight Kids Drawing For World Peace Bruce McIntyre''s Achievement Scale Progress Club Chart Draw Squad Contest Progress Chart Suggested Reading Join the Draw Squad Draw Squad Video Tape Series Information Draw Squad Franchise Information
Synopsis
As "Commander Mark" on his national PBS TV series The Secret City, Mark Kistler has taught 10 million viewers of all ages how to draw. Mark Kistler's Draw Squad gathers all his zany, effective shortcuts to basic drawing skills into a book that will delight would be artists of all ages. Like his TV show, the thirty lessons in this book are peppered with jokes, tips, and slogans, and organized in easy-to-follow steps. "Warm-up" exercises generate enthusiasm; the "Key Drawing Words" develop specific skills; practice pages are provided for hands-on participation; and the Commander's own lively sketches and "contests" invite you to add your own creative touches. His bubbling energy, flashes of whimsy, and talent as a teacher make learning to draw fun and easy -- even for those who swear they can't draw a straight line!, As "Commander Mark" on his national PBS TV seriesThe Secret City,Mark Kistler has taught 10 million viewers of all ages how to draw.Mark Kistler's Draw Squadgathers all his zany, effective shortcuts to basic drawing skills into a book that will delight would be artists of all ages.Like his TV show, the thirty lessons in this book are peppered with jokes, tips, and slogans, and organized in easy-to-follow steps. "Warm-up" exercises generate enthusiasm; the "Key Drawing Words" develop specific skills; practice pages are provided for hands-on participation; and the Commander's own lively sketches and "contests" invite you to add your own creative touches. His bubbling energy, flashes of whimsy, and talent as a teacher make learning to draw fun and easy -- even for those who swear they can't draw a straight line!, As "Commander Mark" on his national PBS TV series The Secret City, Mark Kistler has taught 10 million viewers of all ages how to draw. Mark Kistler's Draw Squad gathers all his zany, effective shortcuts to basic drawing skills into a book that will delight would be artists of all ages. Like his TV show, the thirty lessons in this book are peppered with jokes, tips, and slogans, and organized in easy-to-follow steps. "Warm-up" exercises generate enthusiasm; the "Key Drawing Words" develop specific skills; practice pages are provided for hands-on participation; and the Commander's own lively sketches and "contests" invite you to add your own creative touches. His bubbling energy, flashes of whimsy, and talent as a teacher make learning to draw fun and easy -- even for those who swear they can't draw a straight line
LC Classification Number
NC405.K57 1988
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- m***m (130)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery fast shipper! The book was packaged very carefully and the box labeled fragile for extra precaution. The book was in great shape just as it was described, absolutely would buy again as the price was for the book was fair and honest
- s***s (1727)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseGreat wrapping and quick shipping. The book was listed as "good", but appears to be new and unread. Great seller offe rfor a collectable book and free shipping. Very pleased with this purchase. Great seller! Thanks!