BOOK BRIEF

The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Betty Edwards
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The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1999

Book Brief

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Betty Edwards

The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain

Nonfiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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Super Short Summary

The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards is a guide designed to help individuals harness their creative potential by engaging the brain's right hemisphere. It combines practical drawing exercises with insights into cognitive functions, aiming to improve visual perception and overall artistic skills.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

364,967 ratings

67%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Betty Edwards' The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is widely praised for its innovative approach to teaching drawing by enhancing visual perception and creativity. Many appreciate its practical exercises and clear explanations. However, some critics argue that the scientific basis is outdated and the book may not suit advanced artists. Ideal for beginners, it provides a strong foundation.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain?

Readers who enjoy The New Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty Edwards are typically aspiring artists, art educators, and self-improvement enthusiasts. Similar to audiences of Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way and Austin Kleon's Steal Like an Artist, these readers seek practical techniques and psychological insights to enhance their creative skills.

4.3

364,967 ratings

67%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Reference/Text Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12+ years

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