If you’re an artist who takes their work seriously, whether as an enthusiast, student, or budding professional, then you’re ready to step up to the NEW Artists’ Master Series.

This comprehensive first volume explores the use of color and light in both digital and traditional media, with theory, tutorials, techniques, and tips written and illustrated by the world’s best known and most talented artists.

Aimed at professionals and enthusiasts alike, this comprehensive title dissects the theory and practice of using composition and narrative to advance your art.

Artists from across the traditional and digital worlds share a deeper mastery of the subjects through theory chapters, extensive tutorials, inspirational gallery artwork, and expert tips, providing a single, in-depth reference at your fingertips.

Discover the curious world of flora, fauna, and fungi in this enchanting tome of botanical-inspired character design! From flower faeries to mushroom trolls, tree guardians to grapevine golems, the plant kingdom provides boundless ideas for characters inspired by the beauty and strangeness of the natural world.

In this tutorial-focused title, seventeen leading character designers take inspiration from the wonders of botany to create a brand-new character based on nature, with detailed tutorials allowing readers to follow along.

Talented French illustrator and character designer Sibylline Meynet shares her beautiful artwork, specially commissioned tutorials, and step-by-step techniques in her first published artbook.

Through its pages, Sibylline also shares her experiences working in the industry, juggling work commitments with exhibiting, and a peek into her workspace and influences. Rêverie is a must-have for artists and illustrators in need of career inspiration and a creative re-boot.

Following on from the success of her first Kickstarter book, Draw What You Love celebrates the engaging, heart-felt work of much-loved illustrator Simone Grünewald.

In addition to fan-favorites from her portfolio and exciting new art commissioned especially for the book, this beautifully presented book delves deeper into her creative journey and generously shares her industry knowledge.

Illustrator and concept artist Devin Elle Kurtz shares her journey, from childhood ambitions to be an artist and finding the best educational fit, to working in the industry as she continues to develop her craft.

In addition to a collection of her magical artworks, Devin generously shares her approach to the effective application of color and light, as well as an introduction to the intriguing and immersive subject of storytelling.

This is a unique opportunity to learn from a young industry professional, with in-depth theory, technical breakdowns, and key tools sitting alongside new step-by-step tutorials to help readers unlock their artistic potential.

This debut art book from self-taught digital illustrator Raide is one not to miss. Golden Hour: The Art of Raide allows readers behind-the-scenes insight into the artist’s creative process, as well as the tools and techniques she regularly uses to create her stunning, whimsical artwork.

Readers will discover brand-new tutorials and studies that focus on lighting and expression, and will also learn about her artistic journey, including what it takes to become a social-media success. Thanks to its high-quality finish and beautiful design, this is a keepsake art book to treasure for many years.

Enter the spellbinding world of inspirational artist and filmmaker Eliza Ivanova. Blending traditional painting and sketching with the influences of animation, Eliza produces work that is as captivating as it is dramatic. This beautiful book holds the secrets to how she imbues her work with her own fantasy stories, resulting in authentic, evocative gestures and pose.

In addition to galleries filled with a mix of her latest creations, classic favorites, and brand new pieces for the book, Eliza opens the door to her studio. Follow specially created step-by-step workshops for insight into how she captures the exceptional movement that infuses her work, using her favorite tools and key techniques.

Sketch with Asia is the first major publication from online manga-inspired art phenomenon, Asia Ladowska. Asia blends her talent for hyper-realism with her passion for manga, creating the distinctive artistic style she is well-loved and recognized for.

Further to her regular and inspirational #SketchwithAsia challenge on Instagram (where she has over 900k followers), now explore this beautifully presented 168 page art book to discover an even more detailed exploration of Asia’s processes as she creates her art.

The Art of Heikala: Works and Thoughts is a comprehensive collection of the best work by popular illustrator Heikala, including exclusive never-before-seen art pieces and works in progress.

This beautifully presented hardback book also features step-by-step tutorials on watercolor painting and product design, and explores Heikala's creative process and how she came to build a successful career as an artist.

Learn about key elements of character art from traditional and digital illustrator, Simone Grünewald. Simone, also known as “Schmoe”, creates heart-felt and personal designs inspired by her everyday life experiences and passion for the arts.

Discover in-depth visual breakdowns of Simone’s techniques as well as a varied and extensive collection of Simone’s stunning art. From linework advice to character design considerations, Simone generously shares her creative practice. With special focus on developing dynamic poses and expressions, Simone’s advice will help you feel motivated to practice (nearly!) every day to develop engaging characters of all shapes, ages and sizes!

Wander into the immersive illustrated mind of Beatrice Blue.

Filled with playful characters, enchanting natural scenery, and captivating narratives, Beatrice’s designs will appeal to everyone’s inner child.

Her fantastic use of vibrant color and luminous finishes give her imaginative scenes life and vigor, while her expressive texturing techniques embellish her already extensively detailed works further, to create designs with depth and integrity.

Cozy Days: The Art of Iraville is a collection of the best work by popular illustrator Ira Sluyterman van Langeweyde, also known as Iraville.

This lavish hardback book presents hundreds of colorful paintings of nature, small towns, idyllic scenes, and charming characters, as well as offering insights into Ira’s career path, watercolor painting process, and hand-crafted materials.

Rediscover the tranquil watercolour world of Munich-based artist, Ira Sluyterman van Langeweyde, known as Iraville by fans and fellow artists. This beautiful second instalment is the perfect follow-up to Cozy Days, showcasing the artist’s favourite spots to escape from reality, including dreamy countrysides, charming cityscapes, and quaint towns. In this book, readers will find multiple brand-new, step-by-step tutorials explaining how to create a watercolour image, how to approach “negative painting,” and how to make ink based off natural pigments.

Readers will also be delighted to discover stunning galleries of her most recent work, as well as Ira’s helpful insights about everything from mixing methods to colour theory, to why perfectionism is overrated in art. She also reflects on her development as an artist since her first book was published.

The expressive techniques and captivating designs of clay sculpting experts the Shiflett Brothers are shared in this fascinating book. In Dallas-based brothers Brandon and Jarrod Shiflett tell their story and share their work, from the moment they discovered the medium of clay to how they became industry leaders. A collection of visually-led step-by-step demonstrations reveals an extensive set of practical and creative skills that any sculptor can try for themselves.

Meanwhile, a look behind the scenes at their workshop, and the work of favourite fellow artists, bring the dynamic world of clay sculpting to life.

With knowledge passed down through the centuries, the presence of traditional crafts such as spoon carving, leather working, and knife making is becoming more and more pronounced in contemporary culture and on platforms such as social media and e-commerce. As the pressures of a fast-paced, modern-day life weigh on people, many seek solace in more manual, artful practices that take us out of ourselves and produce something beautiful and useful.

Forge & Carve looks at eighteen crafters and how and why they create the items they do. From basket weaver to blacksmith, from potter to bowyer, meet some of the talented people behind this revival of time-honoured techniques and discover how they make a living from their artistry. Admire their craftsmanship; share their enthusiasm; and learn from their philosophy.

Cassandra Calin’s ability to document the hilarity of relatable everyday events in a series of webcomics has made her a worldwide success and generated a huge following on social media.

In this book, not only can you find a collection of her best-loved comics, illustrations, and lots of original content, but Cassandra also offers a unique insight behind the scenes – sharing how she went from drawing on her parents’ furniture, to drawing a character with bad hair and high expectations, who continues to go viral to this day.

Still Just Kidding is an excellent resource for any aspiring comic artist, but also for anyone who enjoys the humor and awkwardness of familiar situations..

Following on from the success of previous titles in this popular series, Sketching from the Imagination: Dark Arts focuses on horror, Gothic, and the macabre.

Glimpse inside the sketchbooks of fifty accomplished artists from various fields.

Inside this comprehensive manual is everything the budding digital painter needs to know about the customizable Photoshop interface, its efficient tools, essential painting brushes, and complex layers and masks.

Explore the endless possibilities of digital painting through three highly detailed step-by-step tutorials which look in depth at key processes and professional techniques.

Discover how to subtly integrate photo textures, create custom brushes, and generate impressive effects to develop your own incredible artworks.

Join thirty fearless artists as they explore and develop concepts for a treasure trove of fascinating mythical beasts. Journey around the globe and unearth the secrets of fantasy favorites and more provincial mysteries, including the legendary Unicorn, the elusive Yeti, the Slavic Leshy, and the Japanese Nue, to name just a few! Each creature has its own chapter that covers an overview of its history, how to detail main elements, such as fur and horns, and the thought process behind the artist’s design. Let your imagination run wild and discover the captivating subspecies of each creature, such as the Arctic Boggart and Humpback Kraken. Mythical Beasts is a spellbinding anthology for fantasy lovers, creature artists, or any intrepid adventurer looking to investigate the enchanting world of cryptozoology.

The Mythical Beasts card game is an exciting game for 2 players featuring beautiful artwork from the Mythical Beasts book.

The beasts in the game feature health points, attack values, and special abilities, and the aim is to play the beasts strategically to ‘kill’ your opponent’s beasts. The winner is the first player to defeat four beasts.

Throughout her career, Loish has developed to become known for her instantly recognizable style. In this unique book, she not only takes a deep dive into the various aspects of her art that combine to produce this style, but also helps readers identify and nurture their own individual style.

Richly illustrated pages are packed with new art, advice, and practical exercises.

The Sketchbook of Loish is the second published book by digital artist Loish (Lois van Baarle) after it was successfully funded on Kickstarter in four minutes. Showcasing a wide range of her traditional and digital sketches, this book features exclusive artwork, both old and new, by Loish, ranging from character sketches to environmental speed paints.

Offering insight into Loish’s creative process, her digital workflow and her techniques, and with expert tips and tutorials, this book will suit both beginners and more experienced artists alike, as well as all admirers of Loish’s work.

Successfully funded on Kickstarter in 2 hours, The Art of Loish is the first published compendium of the works of digital artist and animator Loish, offering you inspiration, insight, and exclusive artwork. Featuring a wide range of Loish’s illustrations, the book will show her development from someone who drew digitally as a hobby into a highly popular professional artist. The book will include a visual timeline of Loish’s artistic journey with a selection of remakes of past works to demonstrate the evolution of her work. With expert tips you’ll see Loish’s creative process, from initial idea and sketch to finished piece.Browse the stunning range of finished digital paintings, never-before-seen artwork, rough sketches, studies, sketchbook pages, and client work as a coffee table book or read through the tutorials to learn how to create digital paintings yourself. This is a publication you won’t want to miss which will leave you enlightened and motivated!

For any artist new to portraiture, this beginner’s guide is an essential addition to your tool kit. Expert Steve Forster guides you through the concepts, workflow, and beyond. You will learn how to identify your personal style, use photo references, prepare your canvas, and establish an effective workflow for striking results.

Must-know portraiture techniques and exclusive step-by-step tutorials from expert artists help you put your new-found skills into practice, while galleries offer further inspiration and insight into the fascinating art of portraiture.

Study the dynamic movements of the human figure with Anatomy in Motion, a huge collection of detailed photography and layered illustrations. Hundreds of shots capture professional models performing a wide range of actions, from walking and jumping to combat and dance.

Explore each pose in depth with planar, contour, and muscle illustrations that provide an innovative visual resource for artists of any skill level or medium. Building on the success of 3dtotal Publishing’s previous Anatomy for Artists, this volume is a must-have for anyone seeking to capture the beauty and complexity of humans in motion.

Anatomy for Artists presents an extensive visual reference guide to the human form for artists of all abilities and mediums. Over 240 specially commissioned photographs capture every detail, from muscle definition and bony landmarks to a valuable catalogue of postures and poses.

Every photograph is overlaid with musculature, planar, and contour diagrams drawn by figurative fine artist and illustrator Charlie Pickard to deepen your comprehension. The illuminating introduction by expert and teacher Jahirul Amin results in a thorough understanding of the subject and how it relates to your work. Detailed diagrams reveal the inner workings of the joints and muscles, and how their shape and movement affect what you see on the surface, and ultimately in your art.

A book like no other, The Sketch Encyclopedia is an ideal art resource for anyone wanting to take their first steps into sketching or drawing. With over 900 drawing projects, each broken down into four key steps for practising your skills, there is enough to keep you sketching for years!

Learn the fundamental skills of drawing from The Sketch Encyclopedia’s extensive introduction covering tools, line making, light theory, perspective, and texture before exploring the different effects you can create with the book’s texture library.

Armed with a wealth of artistic knowledge, embark upon your own sketches using the many different subjects covered in The Sketch Encyclopedia.

The Ultimate Concept Art Career Guide is an expert-led handbook to help you launch, sustain, and evolve a career as an artist in the entertainment industry. With helpful insights and encouragement from experienced freelance artists and leading industry professionals, learn how to create a winning portfolio, develop your online presence, and handle the ups and downs of an art career.

Incorporating education and training suggestions, interview tips, and best practice advice, this guide is ideal preparation for anyone wanting to develop a career as a professional concept artist, and artists hoping to explore new career options or considering freelance work.

Pick up your pens and pencils and join talented professional artists in this invaluable introduction to sketching quintessential sci-fi subjects such as spaceships, robots, futuristic vehicles, and innovative buildings.

Learn how to design and color a range of fascinating visionary concepts from start to finish, unlocking knowledge that will allow you to develop your own unique and impressive sci-fi creations.

Pixologic's ZBrush is the 3D world's premier digital sculpting software, widely used to create high-quality models for the video game, film, animation, and many other industries. Its uniquely intuitive approach to modeling makes it a fantastic asset for any creator hoping to realize their ideas in 3D.

To usher students and 3D newcomers into comfortably using this powerful software, Beginner's Guide to ZBrush presents a thorough introduction to the program with in-depth, accessible tutorials that will guide you through ZBrush's essential tools and techniques. Covering key concepts to help you get to grips with the principles of 3D, step-by-step organic, hard-surface, and mixed-surface sculpting workflows, and an overview of external rendering and 3D printing.

Accessibly written and lavishly illustrated by respected concept artist Kan Muftic, this book celebrates the common ground between traditional life drawing and the fast-paced world of the concept art industry. Learn about the skills, techniques, and mindset needed to make successful life drawings, how to capture the forms of the human body on paper, and how to improve your character and concept art with a dynamic approach to figures and anatomy.

Figure Drawing for Concept Artists offers a unique, up-to-date perspective on classical skills, with the contemporary practitioner in mind.

Sketching is a versatile medium used by artists of all backgrounds and disciplines, from the old Renaissance Masters to modern concept artists today. Learning from other artists is one of the best things you can do to improve your own technique, and it is with this in mind that Masters of Sketching brings you a wide range of inspiring sketches and insightful pearls of wisdom from twenty incredible artists. Through fascinating and unique step-by-step breakdowns, these master sketchers share how they approach and think about their sketching process, making this book an impressive compendium for any artist who wants to expand their creative horizons.

Following on from the success of the first seven volumes in the Digital Painting Techniques series, the experienced artists in this latest volume, including Loopydave, Randy Bishop, Daarken, and many more, reveal how to develop character and costume designs, produce imaginative vehicles and cityscapes, and create custom brushes and use matte painting techniques to construct impressive scenes. They will also offer you invaluable insight on how to approach illustrative scenes from different points of view and moments in time. Packed full of exciting tutorials and expert advice, this volume is another fantastic addition to any digital artist’s shelf.

Beginner’s Guide to Digital Painting in Photoshop: Sci-fi and Fantasy is an ideal guide for artists wanting to create imaginative and compelling genre art. Established artists share their industry experience by covering such aspects as how to design an interesting composition, achieving correct perspective, and conveying moods with color and light. Insightful step-by-step tutorials, and a handy quick tips section that covers how to paint elements that are integral to sci-fi and fantasy art, make this an invaluable resource for those looking to learn new skills, as well as those pursuing the next level.