Olga Ortiz has been one of my favorite Instagram artists for years and I was so excited to find out she has new art book out! This teaching guide is full of easy to follow instructions for creating simple, cute illustrations of a wide variety of animals and items. The basic nature of the drawing leaves plenty of room for the reader/artist to add their own style and inspiration to their drawings.

This was very fun and informative. I really enjoyed this and it has helped with my drawing practice. My doodles have gotten much better!

It was fine, just not for me

~This book was given to me by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

This was a fun book to look through on how to draw all sorts of things! The illustrations were very eye catching as well. My 9 yo really enjoyed this book, too, and learned quite a few new tips that she was excited about trying.

Thanks to NetGalley for the early review.

Sweet Drawing : Learn to draw more than 150 adorable things is a drawing tutorial book in the cutest style for beginners and children. The steps are so simple and easy to follow, and all the drawings are a bit of fun. A variety of topics are included from food to animals, all in the most adorably cute style. A great rainy day book.

A really cute and pleasant tutorial book for quickly drawing simple motifs.
It's kept simple and therefore very easy to understand, and here too I was
able to pick up a few things that I've already tried!

thanks to netgalley and Walter Foster Publishing for providing me this review copy!

So many cute ideas with step instructs step by us to make drawing approachable. I've attempted a few of the drawings and they were cute and easy though no where near perfect but a lot of fun t0 do.

I have always wanted to learn how to draw; even small thing. I went thought the entire book to see what things I would be interested in drawing. There was so many but my fav was the ramen noodles and plants. I cant wait to relax with my wine and draw later. I really appreciate the author for making a book like this that is so different from what everyone else is doing!

I loved seeing these adorable drawings. Great to flick through and create sweet drawings for a relaxed evening.

I really love the artist's style, especially the lighter outlines that match the colouring.

There are a ton of examples in here on how to draw cute things with markers or digitally in procreate or other drawing programs.

I'd say this is for beginners who know how to draw and see shapes well already and who have experience with color matching and shading.

Very cool book! Definitely check this out if you like spot drawings. This could help you a lot if you do sticker design.

Thank you netgalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Great way to learn the basic structure and shapes in a drawing. Very cute drawings to choose from, I was able to draw a cute plant from these instructions. Overall very simple though I would have liked a little more detailed instructions, but a great tool for very cute ideas.

I know my pupils will totally love this as it gives such helpful ideas for doing little drawings. Totally great!

"Sweet Drawing" by Olga Ortiz was a fantastic and engaging book that deserves a five-star rating. This beginner's guide to illustration in the kawaii style was filled with projects, prompts, and techniques that made learning to draw cute stuff a delightful experience.

Olga Ortiz, a talented Spanish illustrator and graphic designer known for her popular social media channels, offers over 150 easy drawing projects that cater to artists of all ages and skill levels. The step-by-step projects cover a wide range of subjects, including animals, kitchen items, food, classroom items, plants, and more. Each project is designed with simplicity in mind, relying on basic lines and shapes, making it accessible to artists like me who are using pencils, pens and markers.

What sets this book apart is its attention to detail and guidance for beginners. Olga provided comprehensive drawing tips and techniques, ensuring that I had all the necessary knowledge to create adorable kawaii-style illustrations. The book also offers valuable advice on adding color, creating shapes and lines, selecting the right tools, and more, making it a complete guide to learning to draw.

In summary, "Sweet Drawing" is a five-star gem that makes learning to draw cute stuff in the kawaii style an enjoyable and accessible endeavor. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to embrace the joy of drawing, this book offers a wealth of projects and techniques to kickstart your drawing adventure. Olga Ortiz's charming and educational approach to art makes this book a delightful resource for artists of all ages and styles.

What a delight this book was! I had the opportunity to share it with my 10yo granddaughter (who loves to draw). She loved it, and she's a hard sell. The drawings are so cute, and I especially love that there were groupings, such as food items, outdoor items, etc. So, if someone wanted to make a whole drawing of various items, they have the tools. I adored this book, and I'm going to preorder.
Thank you to the author, Quarto Publishing, and Net Galley for a digital ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Nice book with decent instructions. I found it helpful to learn to draw. Sometimes I wished for more detailed instructions, but I believe anyone who is not total beginner like me will not miss anything.

Easy and clear instructions make this “sweet” drawing book fun and engaging.

So many cute things to draw in this book.

This book starts by focusing on the tools and techniques recommended by the author. This is with regards to physical drawing as opposed to digital drawing however I imagine the sketching skills would easily transfer.

The book is in the style of kawaii with cute colourful sketches. There’s a number of chapters including the kitchen (and food), bakery/cafe (and baked goods), Japanese themed items, garden, cute animals, school, seasons,

This is one of the most comprehensive drawing books I’ve seen with a huge variety of items to try

"Sweet Drawing" is a fabulous little book. It is filled with lovely, adorable drawings that are a joy to create. The step-by-step instructions are incredibly easy to follow, making it a perfect guide for beginners to learn to draw in the kawaii style. With plenty of content to explore, this book is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to bring a touch of cuteness to their artwork, "Sweet Drawing" is an excellent choice that will have you doodling with joy. I will be adding some of these endearing illustrations into my bullet journal.

I love the expansive collection of things to draw in this book, it really felt there was something of everything to learn to draw. The steps were easy to follow but in need of a little more breaking down for the newbies - as someone who isn't very artistically gifted, I found the instructions took a big jump to a finalised product in some cases. I absolutely love how bright & colourful it is, all the colours make me happy. Overall a really adorable & useful little book.

If there's one thing to know about me, I'm instantly drawn to anything cute. If there's another thing, I've been trying (unsuccessfully) to learn how to draw and create art. So naturally, this book is everything I love (and need). The art style is absolutely adorable, and Olga Ortiz does a beautiful job at teaching!

The instructions are clear, and I love that there are step-by-step pictures to follow so that I can look at the imagery even when I think a step may have been missed. I especially loved that there was a wide variety of things to draw. Sweet Drawing is a guide I will definitely come back to and sit down with and use as a resource as I try to learn how to draw.