Gillian Johnson

illustrated by Gillian Johnson

Pencils and coloring pens at the ready! In this fun and interactive book, kids can learn to sketch and draw what's around them. With sections on how to illustrate people and on understanding perspective, plus step-by-step instructions and imaginative prompts and ideas, it'll inspire any child to be observant and creative on their next trip.
My Vacation Drawing Book makes a great companion on any getaway. Designed to be carried and used almost anywhere, it'll keep kids entertained whether they're waiting at the airport, having a picnic in the park or playing on the beach. It's a great way for kids to understand and learn more about the places they visit, and to share their observations and creativity with their family.
Highlights include:
• Drawing an object without looking
• Shading, circles and creating tones
• Still life
• Gesture drawing and capturing movement
• Basic perspective, horizon lines, and the rule of thirds
• Landscapes
• Animals - dogs, elephants, giraffes, bumblebees, and more
• Animals - closely observed and gesture drawings
• People - faces, bodies, moving bodies
• People - in the city, in nature, in restaurants

Other Lonely Planet Kids family activity books also available:
-My Vacation Scrapbook
-My Travel Journal
-Backyard Explorer
-My Family Travel Map
-My Family Travel Map - North America
-My Family Travel Map - Europe
-My Family Travel Map - Australia
-My Family Height Chart
-Boredom Buster
-Round the World Quiz Book
-Brain Teasers
About Lonely Planet Kids:Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humor and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.