Books by Walter Foster

Glass Painting Kit: A Complete Kit for Beginning Artists

by Walter Foster

Product Description This is the perfect introductory kit for anyone who wants to learn the exciting art of glass painting. It includes all the tools needed to get started, including a full-color project book filled with inspiration and unique ideas. The project book begins with information on glass painting tools and materails and then covers the basics, such as preparing the glass pieces, utilizing a variety of painting techniques, and baking the glass to set the paint. It also includes five complete glass painting projects to follow and learn. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions, step-by-step illustrations, and helpful tips, all of which ensure successful results. Beginning artists will quickly discover how easy it is to apply a variety of fundamental techniques, resulting in impressive works of art! This kit makes an ideal gift because the paints are safe and easy to use and the book teaches skills that can be applied for a lifetime. Most important, it allows everyone to discover the artist within themselves. From the Publisher Kit contains: 32-page step-by-step project book, 8 glass paints (4 ml each), outliner, flat painbrush, round paintbrush, plastic paint-mixing palette, fine-grain sponge, glass beads, and white craft glue.

Nickelodeon's Spongebob Squarepants Animation Book and Kit

by Walter Foster

Product Description


This Nickelodeon How to Draw Series book and kit has high "kid appeal!" It teaches children a simple approach for learning to animate the underwater world of Bikini Bottom and its population of silly cartoon characters. Kids will find it easy to follow the simple step-by-step illustrations. And inside the kit, they'll find all the information and materials needed to start drawing lively animated characters and stories, filled with deep-sea action and adventure!


From the Publisher


This kit includes: 32-page step-by-step animation book, cartooning pen, blank "make your own" flip book, artist's triangle, eraser, pencil sharpener, 6 fine-line markers, "dropout" pencil, drawing pencil, sketch pad, and "make your own" zoetrope.

Dora the Explorer: A Step by Step Drawing Book (Nick How to Draw)

by Walter Foster

Dora is about to set out on another adventure, and your children are invited to travel along-with their pencils! Soon your kids will be drawing Dora, Boots, Swiper, Backpack, Map, Diego and the rest of their favorite TV characters-all they have to do is follow along with the simple illustrated steps. In addition to introductions to all the featured characters, this colorful how-to-draw book also introduces new Spanish words for your children to learn as they follow along with the drawing lessons. This is one adventure your child won’t want to miss-cartooning has never been this fun and easy.

I Can Draw Dinosaurs: Draw-Along Fun for Beginning Artists

by Walter Foster

Provides step-by-step instructions for drawing dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals.

Watercolor Landscapes

by Walter Foster

This is the perfect introductory kit for anyone who wants to learn how to render beautiful landscape paintings in watercolor. Inside is everything needed to get started, including a full-color project book filled with inspiration and ideas.
The project book begins with information on art tools and materials and then covers the basics, such as watercolor painting techniques and color theory. It also includes seven complete watercolor landscape painting lessons to folllow and learn. Each project is accompanied by clear instructions, helpful tips, and step-by-step illustrations, all of which ensure successful results. Beginning artists will discover how easy it is to apply a variety of fundamental techniques, resulting in impressive works of art!
This kit makes an ideal gift because the paints are safe and easy to use and the book teaches skills that can be applied for a lifetime. More important, it allows everyone to discover the artist within themselves.

Colored Pencil Drawing Kit : 6 Colored Pencils, Book, Rubber Eraser, Pencil Sharpener, Drawing Paper: A Complete Kit for Beginning Artists

by William F. Powell, Walter Foster, Morrell Wise

This is the perfect introductory kit for anyone who wants to learn the fascinating art of drawing in colored pencil. Inside is everything needed to get started, including a full-color project book filled with inspiration and ideas.
Written and illustrated by colored pencil artist Debra Kauffman Yaun, the project book begins with information on art tools and materials and then covers the fundamentals, such as color theory, special techniques, and basic pencil strokes. It also includes five complete drawing lessons to follow and learn. Each project has clear instructions, helpful tips, and step-by-step illustrations--all of which ensure successful results.
This kit makes an ideal gift. All the supplies are safe, and the book teaches skills that can be used for a lifetime. Beginning artists will discover how easy it is to apply basic techniques, resulting in impressive works of art.

How to Draw Disney's Brother Bear (How to Draw Books)

by Walter Foster

Offers illustrated guidelines and notes from Disney artists to re-create the characters from Disney's "Brother Bear".

Fun with Watercolor Kit (Art Start!)

by Walter Foster

Give beginning artists a wonderful introduction to watercolor painting with this complete kit. Inside you’ll find a colorful project book full of easy-to-follow instructions and everything else you need to create 15 fantastic projects:

- Watercolor paint palette
- Preprinted watercolor paper
- 4 paintbrushes
- Sea salt
- Zigzag scissors
- 2 painting sponges
- Practice paper pad
- Fine-point black marker
- 3 "wax-resist" crayons
- And more!

Sure to inspire young painters, ages 8 and up.

Drawing Animals

by Anna Milbourne, Walter Foster

This innovative book is brimming with amazing ideas for drawing animals. Easy, step-by-step instructions show you how to draw and paints all kinds of creatures from hairy orangutans to hunting tigers.

Drawing Animals

by Anna Milbourne, Walter Foster

Product Description This innovative kit allows animal-loving kids to take their drawings just about anywhere! Along with a 32-page, step-by-step drawing book and a drawing pencil, the kit includes two 50-foot rolls of blank drawing paper. The first roll is attached so kids can easily unroll paper onto the sturdy drawing-board base. Two plastic bars hold the paper in place while kids draw, one of which acts as a tear strip for detaching finished drawings. And when the first roll is gone, it's a snap to pop in the provided refill roll! From the Publisher The History of Walter T. Foster More than 80 years ago, Mr. Walter T. Foster proved you can accomplish anything you can dream! Having painted signs, sold hog medicine, performed in a stage act -- and invented the postage-stamp vending machine -- Mr. Foster turned to publishing. The "how to" art books he wrote, illustrated, printed, bound, packaged, and shipped on his own soon grew in popularity, and Mr. Foster became well known for proving that anyone can learn to draw. Today the Walter Foster Publishing company carries on the tradition, developing books and kits that encourage creativity and spark imaginations. About the Author Diana Fisher is a widely published illustrator whose artwork has won her a scholarship as well as several scholastic and advertising awards. She studied fine art in New York and computer graphics in Arizona. Before concentrating on illustrating, Diana was an art teacher to children with special needs, a graphic designer, and a portrait artist. Diana paints in a variety of different media, including oil, watercolor, and acrylic. Diane lives in Tempe, AZ.

SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Painting Book & Kit (Nick Drawing Books & Kits)

by Walter Foster

Product Description Nickelodeon's best-loved cartoon characters pair up with a 30,000-year-old art form to make this rockin' kit! The 32-page project book shows kids how to re-create all their favorite residents of Bikini Bottom from SpongeBob himself to Patrick and Squidward. For each project, kids will find easy-to-follow instructions to guide them every simple step of the way.Hardcover 11.25" x 9" case includes 32-page paperback book, paintable rock, 8 acrylic paints, round and flat paintbrushes, black fine-tip marker, 4 pairs of googly eyes, chenille stems, and craft foam. About the Author Diana Fisher is a widely published illustrator whose artwork has won her a scholarship as well as several scholastic and advertising awards. She studied fine art in New York and computer graphics in Arizona. Before concentrating on illustrating, Diana was an art teacher to children with special needs, a graphic designer, and a portrait artist. Diana paints in a variety of different media, including oil, watercolor, and acrylic. Diane lives in Tempe, AZ.

Fun With Markers: A Complete Kit for Beginning Artists (Art Start)

by Walter Foster

Jump right into the colorful world of markers with this super-fun drawing kit! Inside is a colorfully illustrated book jam-packed with great projects that will provide hours of artistic entertainment. By using simple dots, lines, shapes, and patterns in artistic ways, you'll learn to make marker masterpieces! And once you discover how easy it is, your imagination will run wild with original creations!

Draw Scooby-Doo! Step by Step (How to Draw and Paint)

by Walter Foster

Offers step-by-step instruction for drawing Scooby-Doo and his gang of friends.

Pirate & Treasure

by Walter Foster

This kit provides beginning crafters with all the materials needed to complete one of two adorable projects. The full-color instruction booklet features clear, step-by-step illustrations so readers can follow along easily. Packaged in an irresistible trapezoid-shaped case, these charming carryalls are sure to fly off the shelves!

Drawing Pets

by Walter Foster

This innovative kit allows pet-loving kids to take their drawings just about anywhere! Along with a 32-page, step-by-step drawing book and a drawing pencil, the kit includes two 50-foot rolls of blank drawing paper. The first roll is attached so kids can easily unroll paper onto the sturdy drawing-board base. Two plastic bars hold the paper in place while kids draw, one of which acts as a tear strip for detaching finished drawings. And when the first roll is gone, it's a snap to pop in the provided refill roll!

The Art of Drawing Horses & Ponies

by Walter Foster

Clear, step-by-step instructions for drawing a range of horse and pony breeds, from a Clydesdale to a Shetland pony
The power and beauty of horses is explored in this step-by-step drawing book from the artist Walter T. Foster, with additional contributions by Michele Maltseff. Aspiring artists will learn how to draw a variety of different equine breeds through the easy-to-follow instructions. Everything is fully explained, from the anatomy and proportions of a horse to the secrets of accurately depicting the eyes, muzzle, ears and hooves. This comprehensive book also includes tips on adding charcoal, crayon, and ink to graphite drawings. The drawing paper is bound into this amazing book, so artists will just need to grab their pencils to get started drawing lifelike horses.

How to Draw Classic Heads & Faces: Step-by-step art instruction from the vintage Walter Foster archives (Walter Foster Collectibles)

by Walter Foster

Walter Foster How to Draw Classic Heads & Faces Book- Step back in time and get reacquainted with vintage drawing. This comprehensive book features easy-to-follow drawing instructions for a wide range of heads and faces. You'll learn simple shading techniques, the elements of proportion and perspective, and how to draw facial features. Also included is an exclusive vintage are gallery featuring actual vintage drawings. 128 pages, soft cover.

The Art of Drawing People Simple techniques for drawing figures, portraits and poses

by William F. Powell, Debra Kauffman Yaun, Walter Foster, Diane Cardaci

Learn to draw one of art's most interesting and challenging subjects. Packed with practical advice, helpful tips, and fundamental drawing techniques, The Art of Drawing People explores how to capture detailed poses and likenesses in graphite pencil.

With step-by-step instruction from a variety of artists, you’ll find plenty of helpful tips on choosing the right tools and materials, fundamental drawing techniques, developing value and shading, and setting up an effective composition, as well as important information about the influences of anatomy, bone structure, and musculature. Detailed examples of facial features, hands, and feet will help guide you through the most challenging aspects of drawing people.

Whether drawing from life or from photographs, this comprehensive drawing guide is the perfect first step for beginning artists. Follow along, step by step, as professional artists reveal their drawing secrets. With practice, you’ll soon be able to capture amazing likenesses in your own pencil drawings. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.