From fur to feather and scales to shell, there’s no shortage of variety in the animal kingdom. It’s a blessing and a curse for the artist – with an almost limitless supply of inspiration, the checklist of techniques and skills you need to master in order to do justice to your subject seems endless. In Paint & Draw: Animals, take a crash course in painting animals, from understanding the technicalities of texture, to breathing life into your final works. Whether you want to capture a snapshot of true wilderness or you’re looking for inspiration a little closer to home, our in-depth guides reveal the best ways to depict all walks of life. We’ve also got a 16-page special step-by-step tutorial on perfecting your pet portraits, so you can get to work painting your very own companions today!