Quarry Books

Welcome to Draw It Cute! by illustrator Heegyum Kim, a supersized collection of step-by-step lessons taken from her two most popular Draw 62 titles, Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Cute and Draw 62 Magical Creatures and Make Them Cute. Presented in a compact, easy-to-carry format, an amazing 100+ lessons teach you how to achieve cuteness in all your drawings. Simple steps help you develop basic drawing skills as you learn to create and connect the geometric shapes that comprise each figure, add identifying features such as ears, arms, or feet, then fill in the facial attributes that bring each character to life. Beginner-friendly presentation. Each lesson is presented on one page, some with fun variations showing different poses, outfits, accessories, and expressions. Adorable animals include an alpaca, a capybara, a red panda, and a whale. Amazing creatures include an angel, a dragon, a mermaid, and a unicorn. Draw It Cute! is a rich resource for beginner artists, cartoonists, and doodlers who want to have fun as they build their drawing skills and create their own characters. The titles in the Draw It! series from Quarry Books offer readers a huge variety of easy drawing lessons for fun, cute, and comical characters, all in a great little package.

Stay motivated and inspired as an artist, no matter where you are, with the creative exercises and ideas in Pocket Prompts Drawing. This compact, easy-to-carry guide is filled with tips, techniques, and practices to break through artist’s block and provide an instant source of inspiration. From quick sketches to detailed projects, Pocket Prompts Drawing offers a variety of prompts to help you develop your skills and explore new ideas. From basic sketching techniques to more complex subject studies, the prompts in this book encourage you to explore a variety of techniques, overcome artistic blocks, and enjoy your drawing practice. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this guide will inspire you to draw with confidence and creativity. Keep it in your bag, pocket, or studio for instant artistic inspiration! Inside you’ll find: 60+ creative prompts and drawing exercises: Designed to help you explore new ideas and sharpen your drawing skills. Techniques and tips for all skill levels: From beginners to experienced artists, everyone can find useful insights. A portable, easy-to-reference format: Take your inspiration with you wherever you go. With Pocket Prompts Drawing, you’ll never be without a source of inspiration, helping you create your best work anytime, anywhere.

Learn watercolor with confidence—no sketching required! This beginner-friendly workbook includes a watercolor pad with pre-printed line art so you can jump right into painting. Watercolor Made Simple Workbook is the perfect hands-on guide for anyone looking to develop their painting skills in a stress-free and accessible way. Created by watercolor instructor Nicki Traikos, this workbook features 20 all-new projects that introduce essential techniques through fun, step-by-step exercises. With the included premium watercolor pad featuring pre-printed line drawings, you can paint directly onto the pages, eliminating the need for sketching or transferring designs. The workbook covers a wide range of popular subjects—florals, landscapes, animals, food, and more—while providing easy-to-follow instructions to help you master blending, layering, and brushwork. Inside, you’ll find: 20 all-new projects designed to build your watercolor skills and confidence. A premium watercolor pad with printed templates, allowing you to paint directly onto the pages. Video tutorials linked to QR codes so you can follow along with guided demonstrations. A relaxed, encouraging approach that helps artists of all levels explore creativity without pressure. Whether you’re just beginning your watercolor journey or looking for fresh inspiration, Watercolor Made Simple Workbook makes learning to paint fun, approachable, and rewarding.

In The Urban Sketching Handbook: Techniques for Beginners, artist and Urban Sketcher correspondent Suhita Shirodkar shares essential skills for sketching architecture, people, and everyday objects on location. You'll learn the basics of value, color mixing, and perspective through helpful studies and exercises, whether at home, in studio, and on location. The Urban Sketching Handbook: Techniques for Beginners is perfect for anyone who’s just getting started in this fascinating art form, or who wants to develop their observational and drawing aptitude by reinforcing basic concepts. TheUrban Sketching Handbook series offers location artists expert instruction on creative techniques, on-location tips and advice, and an abundance of visual inspiration. These handy references come in a compact, easy-to-carry format—perfect to toss in your backpack or artist’s tote.

From cast-on to the best sweater in your closet, learn to knit sweaters that you love with Knitatude in Sweater Success. This ultimate knitting guide is designed to take you from casting on to completing your very own handmade wardrobe. Within its pages, author Chantal Miyagishima (@Knitatude) shares her expert advice and practical guidance so you can create beautiful, perfectly fitted sweaters with ease—even if you’re new to sweater knitting. Packed with tips and tricks for everything from choosing the right yarn to adjusting your gauge, Sweater Success ensures that your sweaters turn out exactly how you want them to. With six beginner-friendly patterns and detailed guidance on customization, you’ll be able to knit pullovers and cardigans that reflect your unique style. Chantal’s friendly, down-to-earth approach makes this book the perfect companion for anyone ready to master sweater knitting. Inside you’ll find: Comprehensive instructions for sweater knitting: Learn how to choose fibers, swatch for gauge, and block your garments for a perfect finish. Six stylish patterns with expert guidance throughout: Knit beautiful pullovers and cardigans with confidence. Customization tips and techniques: Adjust other patterns to create garments that fit your body perfectly. Care and storage advice: Keep your handmade knits looking great for years to come with Chantal’s expert care tips. Whether you’re knitting your first sweater or adding new pieces to your handmade wardrobe, Sweater Success gives you the tools to create cozy, stylish knitwear you’ll love to wear. The Stitching Success series is for makers ready to take the next step in their craft. You've made a few scarves, maybe a hat, but you want to make more. These books walk you step by step through the process of going beyond the basics, with authors who feel like your new best fiber friend. By the end of the book, you'll be able to confidently make garments and accessories you love! Also available from the series: Sock Knitting Success.

Get started drawing with this fun and encouraging step-by-step guide—no experience required! Learn to Draw Anything by Zephy (@zephy.fr) is a comprehensive 192-page drawing guide created to transform beginners into confident, independent artists. Led by Zephy’s fresh, friendly, and accessible teaching approach, this book introduces you to essential techniques that provide a strong foundation in drawing. Designed for those new to art, the book covers a variety of subjects and includes exercises that will help you discover your own unique style. Learn to Draw Anything makes drawing enjoyable for all, with Zephy’s supportive method emphasizing consistent practice and self-expression. You will explore a variety of subjects, from objects and animals to people and landscapes, gaining skills you can apply to any subject. The simple step-by-step tutorials can be completed in 15 minutes, so you can accomplish them easily—no matter how busy you are. With clear instructions, engaging activities, and insightful tips, Zephy helps you build the confidence to draw anything you imagine. Inside, you will find: Essential drawing techniques: Follow step-by-step instructions for basic skills that form the building blocks of artistic expression, including observation, proportions, perspective, details, light and shadow, and creativity. Encouraging exercises: Develop confidence and creativity while practicing a range of subjects. Photo references: The tutorials include photo references, enabling you to see how Zephy approaches each drawing subject. With Learn to Draw Anything, you will not only learn the basics of drawing but also gain the tools to explore your creativity independently, embracing your artistic journey with confidence.

Crochet your way to a brighter day as you create these supercute amigurumi characters, each holding a sign inscribed with a cheerful affirmation. Amigurumi Affirmations offers the perfect way to combine your love of crochet with a touch of positivity and mindfulness. Created by Lee Sartori (@cococrochetlee), this delightful collection features kawaii-style crochet projects that are both easy to create and filled with joy. Each project includes uplifting affirmations, so you’re not only creating adorable miniatures like smiling donuts, happy plants, and cheerful animals but also nurturing your emotional well-being with every stitch. Inside you’ll find: 30 adorable amigurumi patterns: Featuring everything from tiny food items to lovable animals and playful plants, each with its own positive affirmation. Beginner-friendly instructions: Detailed, step-by-step guidance for crocheters of all levels, making it easy to start stitching joy into every project. Customizable and giftable ideas: Customize the signs to make heartfelt gifts that will bring a smile to anyone’s face. Printed and downloadable signs: Pair your amigurumi with these encouraging notes of humor, kindness, love, and positivity. With Amigurumi Affirmations, you’ll be able to craft little reminders of happiness and positivity, adding a touch of charm and mindful moments to your day. Perfect for self-care, gifting, or simply spreading joy, this book brings together creativity and emotional wellness in the most adorable way.

Featuring over 600 sketches depicting a vast array of human expressions and movements, this book is a must-have visual reference for student artists, illustrators, cartoonists, urban sketchers, and anyone seeking to improve their realistic drawing skills.

Author: Chris Legaspi
Publisher: Quarry Books
Number of pages: 112
ISBN: 9781631597107