One of my favorite things to do in my free time (when it happens) is to draw. I've done it since I was little and although I am not at a professional level, I have found and followed some helpful hints over time. I was relieved and somewhat surprised when both of my boys took up the same passion I have. They both love drawing and although their styles differ between the two of them and myself, I have been able to help them with the tips I know. Of course, there is a limit to my knowledge and it was pretty early on that I started to realize I needed assistance. I have supplemented my abilities with how-to books and short tutorials but there isn't anything compared to having a professional right there to help you. I was pleased to be introduced to Drawing with Mark.
Drawing with Mark takes you, or your little artists, on a fun and creative journey in each episode. You join professional illustrator, Mark Marderosian as he teaches you some of the basics on learning to draw. Mark has over 25 years of experience and has worked with some of the best known names in children's publishing, entertainment, and animation. In each episode of Drawing with Mark you join Mark on a "field trip" of sorts to a fun location, it is then followed by TWO separate drawing lessons. Each episode also features colorful animation, fun facts, suggested reading lists, and much more! The DVD I received there were two episodes, and a bonus episode.
The first episode, "Take Flight", had you being introduced to a real pilot! You got to learn all about a plane and flying, and then learn to draw a jet plane and a helicopter. In episode two, " As the Wheels Turn", you visit an auto museum and learn about both old and new cars, you get to learn how to draw an antique car, and even design a car of the future. In the bonus episode on my DVD, "A Day at the Fire Station", you visit a fire station, talk to real fire fighters and learn to draw a fire truck!
The first episode, "Take Flight", had you being introduced to a real pilot! You got to learn all about a plane and flying, and then learn to draw a jet plane and a helicopter. In episode two, " As the Wheels Turn", you visit an auto museum and learn about both old and new cars, you get to learn how to draw an antique car, and even design a car of the future. In the bonus episode on my DVD, "A Day at the Fire Station", you visit a fire station, talk to real fire fighters and learn to draw a fire truck!
I love how Mark's passion for art and drawing comes forth in these videos. He is able to take a seemly difficult image and break it down so that no matter your age or skill level you come out an accomplished artist.
A perfect gift for the holidays or any time! A great gift for children whether or not they are art lovers! A DVD fits right into a regular sized stocking and doesn't take much wrapping paper to wrap! Drawing with Mark is a gift that has the potential to keep giving. Your little budding artist could discover an untapped talent, it could give a child that is already interested in drawing the extra little push to show them that they can do it, it's a gift that is much more than the material item.
Would you like put your art skills to the test?
If so, I have three Drawing with Mark DVD's to giveaway.
If so, I have three Drawing with Mark DVD's to giveaway.
This giveaway is open to US Residents only
Ends Sunday, December 31st at 8pm cst.
Entry is simple: Using the activity sheets above draw Rex, the Dog, or a Superhero and share your sketch on Facebook by tagging both Margie Brill and Drawing with Mark.
Once complete return to this giveaway and leave the link to your post in the comments.
One entry per image
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