atelier rili

Enter a world of endless creativity and whimsy with this must-have guide to colored pencil drawing!

Transform your journals, cards, gifts and place settings into a ＂canvas of cuteness＂ with adorable colored pencil drawings. There’s no need for expensive art supplies--these delightful doodles are brought to life with just 12 inexpensive pencils! The whimsical examples in this book will get you excited about drawing everything from baguettes and mushrooms and cherry blossoms to bluebirds, macarons, calico cats and more--including holiday motifs and colorful lettering.

Even if you’ve always thought ＂I can’t draw,＂ you can approach these 21 lessons with the confidence of knowing that the step-by-step instructions and demonstration videos provide all the support you need to start enjoying this wonderful pastime right away.

Get ready to draw adorable motifs like the following:

• Cuddly creatures from charming kitties to lovable hedgehogs and forest animals. You’ll be amazed how easy it is to draw their sweet expressions, soft fur and whiskers!
• Brightly colored flowers and plants -- a botanical bounty awaits, from vibrant tulips and romantic roses to lucky clovers and creeping ivy.
• Irresistible foods from luscious cupcakes, crusty French bread and juicy strawberries to other treats that look good enough to eat!
• And so much more -- bright ribbons, elegant seashells, enchanting castles and motifs to celebrate each season of the year.

These playful drawings will add splashes of color and flair to cards and letters, sketchbooks and more, and are a perfect way to decorate your spaces or create personalized gifts!

Atelier RiLi is a multi-award-winning Japanese illustration studio which focuses on picture-book illustration and other freelance illustration work. They have illustrated dozens of books, and their artwork has appeared in numerous advertisements and on a range of commercial products. Their work has been exhibited throughout Japan in solo exhibits, group exhibits and other special events.