ARTIST · BESTSELLING AUTHOR · ART EDUCATOR
UPCOMING EVENTS
October 7–10, 2026 • Chicago Art Fair • Treat Gallery • Chicago, USA
October 22, 2026 • Television appearance • Global’s TMS2 with Morgan Hoffman and Brad Smith
October 31, 2026 • Animal drawing workshop • Toronto International Festival of Authors • Toronto, Ontario
November 13, 2026 • Draw Santa’s Reindeer in a Wintry Landscape • Seasons Christmas Show • Toronto, Ontario
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The New Artist’s Guide to Drawing Animals
Learn to draw more than 60 realistic animals in just five simple steps. Mark’s approachable method breaks complex forms into clear, manageable shapes, helping new artists draw with greater skill and confidence.
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THE BESTSELLING FIRST BOOK
The New Artist’s Guide to Drawing
Learn to draw people, animals, landscapes and more with clear, approachable instruction designed for complete beginners.
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FREE DRAWING RESOURCES
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Download free templates and reference guides created to accompany Mark’s drawing lessons.
STUDIO PRACTICE
The artist behind the lessons.
Mark’s teaching is grounded in his multidisciplinary studio practice, spanning contemporary painting and photography.
MEET MARK
Colourblind artist. Clear-sighted teacher.
Mark Liam Smith is a Toronto-based fine artist, bestselling author and educator. His work has been exhibited internationally, while his approachable drawing lessons reach millions of aspiring artists around the world.