We would like to thank Craftsy for sponsoring this week of EatSleepDraw.

Win an online drawing class taught by illustrator Eric Johnson!

Learn how to develop and refine enchanting characters that will captivate audiences of all ages in Eric’s Craftsy class, Picture Book Illustration: Animal Characters.

An Overview of Picture Book Illustration: Animal Characters:

Work in graphite and ink as you use photos or other references to inspire your character. Then, hone the details and your illustration skills through thumbnail studies. Along the way, Eric will share tips for achieving realistic proportion, expressive features and lifelike clothing. He even covers how to use watercolor and colored pencil to create fascinating textures and vibrant compositions.

Enter here for your chance to win lifetime access to expert-led lessons on creating and illustrating your own unforgettable animal characters.

An Excerpt from a Review of Picture Book Illustration: Animal Characters:

"… Most art instructors never get down to the nitty-gritty of showing you exactly how they do what they do. This instructor does, and for that I consider him an outstanding instructor…"

Tell a compelling story with rich, realistic illustrations of original animal characters. Enter now for your chance to win the online Craftsy class Picture Book Illustration: Animal Characters»

One winner will be chosen on January 4, 2015 at 11:59pm MST. Winner will be notified via email.

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