IDENTIFY AND DRAW NORTH AMERICAN BIRDS: A FIELD GUIDE FOR THE ARTIST AND NATURALIST. by Root, Amy - 2011

New York: Chartwell, 2011. 224 pp, 8 1/8" H. Glazed pictorial boards, coiled wire binding to allow pages to lie flat when in use. Colour photographs, maps, step-by-step drawings, palettes. "As you are guided from an outline to the final stages of color variation, Blue Jays, Goldfinches, Cardinals, Robins, and dozens of other favorites emerge on the page. Featuring more than 45 of North America's most intriguing birds, these inspiring lessons provide details that will enhance the experience for artists of all skill levels, even those who are new to birding. (G)ives you a complete guide to the birds themselves, with information on plumage, preferred habitats, and how to attract the birds to you backyard. What's more, a full-color photo of each brings the 'model' right to your home studio." Some bumping/wrinkling at the top/bottom of the spine.. Not Signed. First Printiing. Hard Cover. Very Good/No Jacket - (as issued). Illus. by Michael Canas..