--- product_id: 80397251 title: "Beginning Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook" price: "₱3514" currency: PHP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/80397251-beginning-drawing-atelier-an-instructional-sketchbook store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # Beginning Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook **Price:** ₱3514 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Beginning Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook - **How much does it cost?** ₱3514 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/80397251-beginning-drawing-atelier-an-instructional-sketchbook) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Written by a well-known artist and best-selling art-instruction author with almost rock-star popularity in the contemporary world of representational art, Beginning Drawing Atelier, with its unique workbook/sketchbook approach, and high-quality paper, offers a comprehensive and contemporary twist on traditional Atelier art instruction practices Atelier education is centered on the belief that working in a studio, not sitting in the lecture hall, is the best place to learn about art. Every artist needs to learn basic drawing skills. In this elegant and inspiring workbook, master contemporary artist and best selling author Juliette Aristides breaks down the drawing process into small, manageable lessons; presents them progressively; introduces time-tested principles and techniques in the Atelier tradition that are easily accessible; and shares the language and context necessary to understand the artistic process and create superior, well-crafted drawings. What makes this approach unique is the fact that it includes blank pages for copying and practicing within each lesson, facilitating traditional Atelier methods. Ateliers have produced the greatest artists of all time--and now that educational model is experiencing a renaissance. These studios, in a return to classical art training, are based on the nineteenth-century model of teaching artists by pairing them with a master artist over a period of years. Students begin by copying masterworks, then gradually progress to painting as their skills develop. Beginning Drawing Atelier is like having an atelier in a book - and the master is Juliette Aristides, a classically trained artist. On every page, Aristides uses the works of Old Masters and today's most respected realist artists to demonstrate and teach the principles of realist drawing and painting, taking students step by step through the learning curve yet allowing them to work at their own pace. Unique and inspiring, the approach in this new book offers serious art courses for serious art students. Review: Excellent and Educational - This is the first book I've purchased from Juliette Aristides, but it will not be the last. Her writing is thoughtful and introspective, while remaining technically concise and instructive. She speaks to the heart of what is happening here: we are learning to slow down, to seek beauty, to wonder, to see the world anew. She is a master of her craft and a wonderful teacher. The exquisite artwork included for study illuminate the concepts being taught, and curated quotes from other authors and artists create a harmonious framework of both literary and visual poetry that affirm the goodness and beauty of this work. The layout of the book is beautiful in its sequence and content, moving deftly from each chapter while building upon new skills acquired and practiced. The quality of the book in its images, binding and paper type make the experience of reading and working in it that much more delightful. That it is a guided workbook is another one of its strengths. Faced with a blank sketchbook page and a desire to use my time well, I have often felt disorganized in my approach. The instructions of the book give me the structure I need to work wisely in my limited time, and challenge me as well. If you have been curious about learning classical drawing, this is a wonderful introduction. If you have been intimidated, or doubt your capacity, be encouraged by this paragraph found in the Opening: "You may have thought that only some people can draw well and others cannot, that some people are talented and you you not. This is simply not true. If you can write a letter, you can learn to draw. ... The ability to draw lives in you as much as in any artist; in fact, it is your right. The journey of learning to draw contains some risk. There may be a feeling of clumsiness or foolishness as you start, and you may get a little lost, but there is a great reward at the end. Drawing is a slow art: it takes time." Review: Instructional sketchbook, traditional fine art! - Wonderful and in-depth instruction from Juliette Aristides! One of my favorite artists from Seattle Washington! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #37,876 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #46 in Pencil Drawing #59 in Figure Drawing Guides #68 in Pen & Ink Drawing | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 925 Reviews | ## Images ![Beginning Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MHndvjgqL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent and Educational *by S***. on July 14, 2025* This is the first book I've purchased from Juliette Aristides, but it will not be the last. Her writing is thoughtful and introspective, while remaining technically concise and instructive. She speaks to the heart of what is happening here: we are learning to slow down, to seek beauty, to wonder, to see the world anew. She is a master of her craft and a wonderful teacher. The exquisite artwork included for study illuminate the concepts being taught, and curated quotes from other authors and artists create a harmonious framework of both literary and visual poetry that affirm the goodness and beauty of this work. The layout of the book is beautiful in its sequence and content, moving deftly from each chapter while building upon new skills acquired and practiced. The quality of the book in its images, binding and paper type make the experience of reading and working in it that much more delightful. That it is a guided workbook is another one of its strengths. Faced with a blank sketchbook page and a desire to use my time well, I have often felt disorganized in my approach. The instructions of the book give me the structure I need to work wisely in my limited time, and challenge me as well. If you have been curious about learning classical drawing, this is a wonderful introduction. If you have been intimidated, or doubt your capacity, be encouraged by this paragraph found in the Opening: "You may have thought that only some people can draw well and others cannot, that some people are talented and you you not. This is simply not true. If you can write a letter, you can learn to draw. ... The ability to draw lives in you as much as in any artist; in fact, it is your right. The journey of learning to draw contains some risk. There may be a feeling of clumsiness or foolishness as you start, and you may get a little lost, but there is a great reward at the end. Drawing is a slow art: it takes time." ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Instructional sketchbook, traditional fine art! *by J***R on January 25, 2026* Wonderful and in-depth instruction from Juliette Aristides! One of my favorite artists from Seattle Washington! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Terrific Format for A Drawing Book *by M***S on May 21, 2019* I love this format that gives you excellent instruction and the space to draw in the same book. Rather than having to carry a sketch pad or book, you draw on the high quality pages of this book. Juliette provides ghosted images of famous works, gives exercises on learning to see shapes, and to create volume. The reason I love this book is because I can read Juliette’s teaching and immediately put it into action on the same or adjoining page where she provides steps to create the drawing. This is a high level and user friendly instructional book based on the atelier approach, created with high quality heavy paper, and can be appreciated by those seeking good instruction and those wanting to have a fun book with interesting drawing exercises to keep up their skills. ## Frequently Bought Together - Beginning Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook - Figure Drawing Atelier: An Instructional Sketchbook - Lessons in Classical Drawing: Essential Techniques from Inside the Atelier --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/80397251-beginning-drawing-atelier-an-instructional-sketchbook](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/80397251-beginning-drawing-atelier-an-instructional-sketchbook) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-06-07*