Through experimentation, apparently simple black, and white drawings or paintings gain added depth and, expressiveness and seem limitless.

This visually detailed book by renowned, illustrator Victor Escandell is devoted exclusively to the infinite creative possibilities of drawing and painting in black, and white. Traditional and modern materials, techniques and, applications (Indian ink, pencil, pen, bamboo, water-soluble, graphite, coloured pencils, gouache, different types of felt-tip, pens for various supports, grattage, etc.) are described clearly, so that beginners and advanced artists alike can experiment, with what they have learned and explore their creativity. Each chapter covers a specific technique and contains useful, information such as the methods and materials used, illustrated, examples and interesting anecdotes about the origin of each, technique, tricks of the trade, many variations and references, to other classic and contemporary authors. Each technique is, demonstrated in additional detail by a short film the reader can, access via QR code.