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SKU: B9781800923201
Author / Editor: Susie Hodge — an art author with many books on drawing and art techniques.
Publisher: Search Press Ltd (United Kingdom)
Pages: 64 pages
Publication Date: 13 January 2026
Description:
This beginner-friendly drawing book teaches you how to create over 30 expressive, characterful faces step by step. Using a simple two-colour method, it breaks each portrait down into no more than six easy stages, starting with basic geometric shapes and progressing to complete, finished faces. The selection includes a wide variety of subjects — from babies and toddlers to adults and seniors — with diverse hairstyles and facial features to inspire artists of all levels.
Product Type: Book
Shipping Width: 157 mm
Shipping Height: 210 mm
Shipping Depth: 10 mm
Shipping Weight: 244 g
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big book of drawing people
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