Unfortunately this was archived a day after I downloaded it. But I did a quick flip through, and this seems like a great beginner-friendly introduction into drawing. Starting with easy, quick drawings and moving on to more advanced things. There is also plenty of information on tools and other creative ideas.

The illustrations and examples in this book we so adorable! I will say it quickly passed my current sketching levels very quickly and is a great resource for different techniques for both adults and children. This is not a step by step guide to drawing a certain picture, but building blocks to allow one to draw whatever they want!

A book that's wonderfully dense with drawing exercises while also remaining accessible for beginners and those who are uncertain of their skill. Superbly grounded in art theory without ever being overwhelming. Highly recommended not just for a single read-through, but to keep as a reference book.

Many thanks to Quarry Books and to NetGalley for early access.

This book starts off at total beginner level and takes you not too slowly forward using a variety of materials and styles to quite an accomplished level. The exercises are suitable for all ages - not childish or too adult, and even the more simple ones would be great as warm up practice for experienced artists. There are new ideas in this book and it feels fresh and original.

This is such a wonderful book!! The exercises progress from the very simple to more advanced. The "easier" early exercises allow for quick access to the world of art and allows the reader to have success early in the process, making them more likely to continue. Love the layout of each section and the explanations of the exercises. Definitely purchasing a print copy when it is available. Great job!!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for access to the e-ARC in exchange for my honest opinions.

This book will definitely be one on my shelf. If drawing is something that you want to be accessible at any stage, here is the book for you.

It starts out with simple shapes and practice that build into basics of other techniques like shades of color, perspective, and putting all that you learn into a sketchbook.

There is a little bit of “how to” for any kind of art you’d like to sketch. I’m impressed what has been packed into this artbook and I see myself going back and back to it. I went ahead and preordered a physical copy that I can keep in my bag.

Thank you so much Quarto and Netgalley for an E-arc of this fantastic artbook.

This book has a totally different approach than other how-to art books I've read. Rather than showing step by step how to draw something and come up with a piece resembling that in the book, this prompts your creativity by having you start with repeating lines and then curves, and seeing how those can transform into something else. I think this is a great book for someone wanting to explore drawing who would is comfortable to come up with their own totally unique pictures rather than approximations of detailed instructions.

"Start Here: Draw" by Moira Clinch is a great intro to drawing for the absolute beginning or for those with a fear of drawing. I like how the author encourages the reader to start by experimenting with straight lines and curves and then move on to different patterns. This should be helpful for people who want to experiment with drawing for crafting or as a creative outlet. Those who are more artistic already may want something a bit less structured, but this book should be good for a wide readership.

Thanks to Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for the eARC.

As a kid, I was really into sketching, but my adult years were mainly limited to doodles — and the occasional cartoon of whoever was speaking at an event I was covering.

I wanted to get back to that, and this was pretty fun! Step by step guides, a gradual progression. Recommend!

I both liked and didn't like this book. I loved that it started fairly simple so that it was approachable, but I also felt like it ramped up a bit too far in the later sections. Some of the more complex shading and drawings was more than I felt like I could do, even after a lot of practice. It almost felt like it was two books in one. I would be happy to borrow this one from the library, might not be one I would purchase.

I liked this book but didn't love it.

I'm not sure why: I think I just didn't like the style of the artwork and I felt like the instructions/guided steps for doing the different sorts of drawings weren't as detailed as I would have liked. I am a novice at drawing (and not particularly good at it yet!), so more detailed, step by step instructions (showing more examples of intermediate steps) would have worked better for me.

I give this book 3.5 stars, rounding up to 4.

This is a surprisingly engaging and easy to follow books. Unfortunately too many drawing manual tend to either show the reader a complete drawings and encourage them to repeat those (yes, but how?! if I know I wouldn't need a drawing manual), or start really slow and then somehow make a jump all the way to insanely complex thing. Here on the other hand the author starts with the elemental steps which at the same time are fun enough to be infinitely preferable to drawing circles for days on end. And the progression seems really nice and gradual as well - I haven't finished the book's exercises yet but I think this will be the 1st 'teach yourself drawing' book I will eventually make my way through to the very end. And if I don't learn how to draw I will at least be better at doodling.

This is certainly a treat for the eyes, full of colorful and whimsical drawings. I would have liked more step-by-step directions, but I saw this as a starting point for inspiration, with plenty of examples of the different types of drawing tools and media you can use. If I was using this to help me draw, I would look at the florals and patterns sections, which seemed to be the easiest to follow. I can definitely see this as a nice addition to any budding artist's bookshelf.

Thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group – Quarry for an advance reader's copy.

I love this book. This book goes through and teaching you about different aspects of drawing like the tools used and the different kinds of strokes used. It then shows you how to make simple pictures using all these things. As a beginning drawler, even as an adult it's great to show that drawling starts small and builds into something beautiful. The book encourages you to continue on even if you are struggling because it takes practice.

What a fantastic and detailed guide on how to draw. This book encompasses numerous different styles of drawing, which allows each person to develop the style that suits them best.

This book would be great as a gift but would also be brilliant for those who want to develop existing skills or even start a new hobby.

Beginner? Here's a book of total FUN! If you copy Clinch's illustrations and instructions, you're on the way to illustrating buildings, animals, and anything else you see.

It's the most basic "how to sketch what you see" or imagine. Good pictures, informative text.

Very helpful if you're teaching or leading and want to put more than a stick-figure on the board, too.

Clinch takes a well-structured approach, breaking down fundamental drawing concepts into manageable steps. The book covers essential skills like drawing basic shapes and lines and creating perspective. It then progresses to more complex topics like shading and layering. The exercises are not quite step-by-step instructions but are well-illustrated and easy to follow, making it achievable and a good starting point for any project. More advanced beginners may find that specific techniques and mediums are glossed over. Start to Draw is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to embark on their artistic journey.

Reader and beginner artist friendly reference book with cute drawings, various tips and methods, and great insights.

As someone who doesn't have good drawing abilities and wants to improve, stumbling upon this was a real game-changer. The step-by-step instructions are not only easy to follow but also incredibly engaging, making the learning experience both fun and rewarding.

This is a wonderful book that really works to help stimulate creativity. There are so many varied and fun ideas that all work to make the creative process less daunting. I can't wait to use a physical copy.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley for providing an ARC of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.