{"product_id":"9781440317491","title":"Strokes of Genius: The Best of Drawing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAwe-inspiring works by contemporary masters, along with the secrets behind its creation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing is the most intimate and immediate form of self-expression, fundamental to every artist's ability to communicate with a viewer. The sense of energy and expression that can be captured in mere strokes of charcoal, ink, pastel, marker or any of the other modest mediums proudly represented in this book is astounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA glowing celebration of the art of drawing, \u003ci\u003eStrokes of Genius\u003c\/i\u003e features styles ranging from meticulous realism to imaginative flights of fancy, from lyrical sketches created in minutes to intricately layered renderings that took months to complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e169 stand-out examples of the finest drawing being done today, selected from hundreds of submissions from around the world.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn impressive range of styles, materials and techniques covering a wide array of subjects, including still life, the figure, animals, landscapes, portraits and more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComments from the artists offer firsthand insight on the creation of each artwork, diverse perspectives on drawing, and fresh ideas and techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn incomparable source of inspiration and delight for artists and art lovers, \u003ci\u003eStrokes of Genius\u003c\/i\u003e contains hundreds of combined years of expertise, artistic breakthroughs and, above all, remarkable drawings that leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"F+W Media","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47140090249456,"sku":"9781440317491","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781440317491_p0.jpg?v=1763758406","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781440317491","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}