Mermaids are legendary beings with the upper body of a human and the tail of a fish or other sea creature. Males of the species were called mermen. In the earliest myths, merpeople such as Poseidon were sea gods or semi divine beings. European folklore gave mermaids or sirens magical or prophetic abilities... Read more
Tennis a sport or game "in which two opposing players (singles) or pairs of players (doubles) use tautly strung rackets to hit a ball." Tennis is played using a net, as is volleyball. In Britain, it is known as lawn tennis because the original courts were in the grass... Read more
"Coral reefs are some of the most diverse ecosystems in the world." The large stone like structures are built by tiny, almost microscopic animals called coral polyps. The polyps live and grow in colonies, filtering their food from the water or using energy from the sun. Read more
The sword is one of the most famous hand weapons in history. Though their exact designs differed according to time and place, swords were used for thousands of years. Each sword consists of a blade, longer than that of a dagger, attached to a handle with a guard to protect the hand... Read more
The cherry is a small, bright red fruit that grows on a tree. It is often used in desserts such as pies, in drinks, or as a topping on ice cream... Read more
Ice cream is a symbol of summer and a favorite treat of both children and adults. Traditionally, it is made from milk and sugar. Today, many non-dairy versions are also available, often made from nut "milks."... Read more
There are nearly 8,000 species of roses that grow around the world. From the wild varieties, edible and ornamental varieties have been cultivated. Roses are exchanged as gifts symbolizing love, friendship, apology, and sympathy... Read more
Batteries have been a part of our lives for as long as electronics have. A battery is a device designed to "convert chemical energy directly into electrical energy."... Read more
Dragons have long mystified mankind. These monstrous legendary creatures are typically seen as serpent-like, many having wings or the ability to fly. In fact, the English word "dragon" is derived from the Greek word drakon, referring to a large serpent. Some have legs or the features of terrestrial beasts. Many had "extraordinary breath," able to exhale smoke, fire, water, ice, or wind... Read more
The Thinker, sometimes called Poet or Poet/Thinker, is a famous statue of a man in deep reflection. He has his hand to his chin, much as does the character in this drawing guide. The sculpture was made by French artist Auguste Rodin in 1880... Read more
The family is the basic unit of society. Families generally consist of adults and children related by genetics, marriage, or adoption, but many families also include close relationships with non-relative members... Read more
The Justice League is DC Comics' team of all-star superheroes. Among their ranks are Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Green Lantern, the Flash, Aquaman, and the Martian Manhunter. A number of other superheroes have joined the Justice League's ranks since their first comic book appearance in 1960... Read more
Canada is located in North America, north of the United States. It is well-known for maple syrup, Niagara Falls, and hockey. The beaver is the national animal... Read more
Forest ecosystems are found all over the world. Because they are home to predatory animals, many forests have become linked with danger in the human psyche... Read more
Have you ever made a pinky promise or pinky swear? This gesture involves "the locking of the pinkies of two people to signify that a promise has been made."... Read more
Christmas pudding, also called plum pudding or figgy pudding, is a traditional holiday desert, especially in the United Kingdom and Ireland.... Read more
Katsuki Bakugo, also called Kacchan, grew up in a world where almost everyone has a superpower. Katsuki's power, or Quirk, is Explosion. He can blow things up, release blasts that travel through the air, temporarily blind opponents, and propel himself through open space. This is achieved using his explosive, nitroglycerin-like sweat. He often opens his attacks with a swinging fist... Read more
Shoto Todoroki lives in a world where almost everyone has superpowers called Quirks. His father, a No. 1 Hero, is a master of fire. His mother is a strong user of ice. Todoroki inherited both. This is the reason for his unique appearance... Read more
Deku lives in a world where 80 percent of people manifest superpowers, called "Quirks," by age four. He idolizes the Pro Hero All Might but has no Quirk of his own - that is, until he inherits All Might's power, "One for All." This Quirk is unique in that it is passed on from one individual to another. Deku is the ninth holder of One for All... Read more
The eyes are one of the most important aspects of a sketch or character. Eyes are extremely expressive of emotion. Even if the rest of the face is not visible, the shape of the eyes can convey happiness, sadness, excitement, fear, or anger. Sleepless eyes can be red and bloodshot, or have dark "bags" underneath. Sad eyes may emit tears... Read more