In “How to Draw Animals,” well-known artist Walter Foster offers basic tips and advice on this craft, emphasizing that the most important thing is to learn how to make your drawings step by step. Oftentimes the beauty in a drawing is in its simplicity. You will work out a way of starting your drawing as your learn - just be sure it is simple and direct. Your attempts will become easier with understanding - and practice - and once you have this understanding, drawing can be immensely enjoyable. If you make a mistake and spoil a drawing, so what? Take it as part of your training, and not as a catastrophe!