Almost all artists have room for improvement when it comes to drawing, the fundamental skill of realistic art. Now, they can tap the proven techniques and collective drawing wisdom of more than a dozen of Artist"s Magazine"s and North Light Books" most venerable artists with: solid, easy-to-follow advice for drawing in a realistic style; 14 step-by-step demonstrations culled from the best art instruction published today; and a range of popular subjects, including landscapes, portraits, still lifes and seascapes. "The Pencil Box" covers basic supplies and tips for improvement in addition to dozens of drawing techniques, so readers will find everything they need to start drawing better in one comprehensive package.