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Welcome to Draw It Happy! by artist and author Terry Runyan, a supersized collection of step-by-step lessons taken from her two popular Draw 62 titles, Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Happy and Draw 62 Characters and Make Them Happy. Presented in a compact, easy-to-carry format, an amazing 100+ lessons teach you how to achieve mirth and merriment in all your drawings. Simple steps help you develop basic drawing skills as you learn to create and connect the geometric shapes that comprise each figure, add identifying features such as ears, arms, or feet, then fill in the facial attributes that bring each character to life.   Beginner-friendly presentation. Each lesson is presented on one page, some with fun variations showing different poses, outfits, accessories, and expressions. Funny animals include an anteater, a dolphin, a guinea pig, and a lion. Fantastic characters

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A passionate cat lover, Terry has devoted many hours to studying the captivating and sublime nature of her furry companions. In this twelve-month wall calendar, she combines cheerful colors, quirky shapes, and lively patterns to create expressive animal portraits that blend retro and contemporary styles. Features include: 12 x 12 (12 x 24 open) Wrap-around cover design eliminates need for plastic packaging Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink Planning spread for SeptemberDecember 2024 Spans JanuaryDecember 2025 Generous grid space for notes, appointments, and reminders Official major world holidays and observances Moon phases, based on Universal Time Whimsical watercolor illustrationsof cats livingtheir best lives

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In this follow-up to her hit Painting Happiness, Instagram sensation Terry Runyan shows you how to play with watercolour to create quirky cat portraits – and let go of stress. Perfect for cat lovers and watercolour artists of all skill levels, from absolute beginner to more experienced, Painting Cats teaches you how to go from blob of paint to a beautiful portrait of your fluffy friends. Drawing on art therapy techniques that emphasize fun and freedom in creativity over technical perfection, Runyan guides you step by step through the process of adding details to loosely painted shapes to create your own unique and distinct cats! In this joyful book brimming with inspiring watercolour artwork and encouragement: Play and experiment with watercolour, exploring the ways in which the medium invites us to be present in the moment Find projects, tips, and techniques to help you develop your painting, creating a myriad of beautiful portraits along the way! Explore the art of storytelling with cats Enjoy the scientifically proven mental-health benefits of making art Embrace techniques and lessons in creative mindfulness whilst having lots of feline fun and letting your creative instincts go free.

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Combat stress and anxiety and release your own inner creative with this beautiful mindful watercolour book. In this simple and vibrant guide, hugely popular Instagram muse @TerryRunyan explores the art of watercolour through the lens of mindfulness, presenting activities and projects which you can paint along with as you allow your creative side to flourish. This watercolour guide is easy and accessible for beginners, as Runyan gently delves into the basics of the artform, starting with simple techniques which you can follow along with, as well as presenting some fun projects ideas for painters to explore. Alongside beautiful examples of the techniques and styles explored in the book, Runyan also encourages readers to practice mindfulness as they paint, and explores the ways in which art can be used to help improve mental health. Exploring the idea of 'perfectly imperfect watercolours', Runyan places emphasis on self-expression and allowing yourself to make mistakes.Painting Happiness also includes fun projects for readers to try at home, including: Turning blobs into birds Creating wild hairstyles Experimenting with different prompts to paint at least one thing a day From technical skills and notes on materials to insight into the creative process, this book has everything you need to start flourishing in watercolour.

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Cat lovers will delight in Terry Runyan's whimsical feline watercolors in the new Feline 12-Month 2025 Monthly/Weekly Planner. This spiral-bound planner includes months-at-a-glance for big picture planning as well as weekly planning pages with plenty of space to write, a convenient storage pocket, and adorable stickers.A passionate cat lover, artist Terry Runyan has devoted many hours to studying the captivating and sublime nature of her furry companions. She combines cheerful colors, quirky shapes, and lively patterns to create expressive animal illustrations that blend retro and contemporary styles.  Features include: 7' x 9' (14' x 9' open) Spiral binding Sturdy soft cover Printed on FSC certified paper with soy-based ink 12-month planner: January–December 2025 Monthly spread followed by weekly planning pages Year-at-a-glance pages for 2024, 2025, and 2026 Extr

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With Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Happy, illustrator Terry Runyan shows you how to draw 62 amusing animals—and animals in silly situations—by following her easy step-by-step instructions. On the left-hand page, follow the steps for drawing each subject, from simple shapes to identifying marks. On the right-hand page, you’ll find several other clever options for varying animals by changing the view, the posture, accessories, or expression. Grab your pen and use the open spaces throughout the book to create your own versions and variations. Whether you’re drawing a sidesplitting pooch, a comical cat, or a facetious fox, with Draw 62 Animals and Make Them Happy you’re sure to enjoy learning how to bring them to life! Fresh, modern, and with a dash of clever humor, the Draw 62 series from Quarry Books is the most entertaining way to practice your illustration and expand your imagination.

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Jet the cat likes to swim. When the other animals tell her that cats actually hate water, she goes in search of her true identity. After failing to fit the description of a variety of animals, Jet finally learns to embrace her unique brand of catness. A timely tale that humorously challenges labels and celebrates defining one’s own unique identity.

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