Includes index.

"Covering the basics of drawing and far beyond, The Pencil Box is as essential to your work as your favorite eraser. Inside you'll find step-by-step guidance, proven advice and daily exercises for elevating your drawing ability to new levels of realism and resonance. From the very basics of sketching to the nuances of fine detail, this guide covers it all with hands-on instruction that will strengthen your drawing - and your artwork - right away." "Twenty professional artists specializing in a range of drawing mediums offer their insights on popular subjects such as landscapes, portraits, figures and still lifes. Whether you are a complete beginner or a more practiced artist looking to fine-tune your skills, you are sure to benefit from this volume's in-depth instruction."--BOOK JACKET.