Fun with a Pencil

Andrew Loomis (1892-1959) is revered amongst artists - including comics superstar Alex Ross - for his mastery of drawing. His first book, Fun With a Pencil, published in 1939 is a wonderfully crafted and engaging introduction to drawing, cartooning, and capturing the essence of a subject all while having fun. With delightful step-by-step instruction from Professor Blook, Loomis's charming alter ego on the page.
Loomis (1892-1959) is revered amongst artists for his mastery of drawing. This book, first published in 1939, is an engaging introduction to drawing and cartooning. With delightful step-by-step instruction from Professor Blook, Loomis's charming alter ego on the page.
"Fun with a Pencil is a wonderful drawing instructional book for beginners and aspiring comic book artist. And this is a great reference book for your library." - Retrenders