With its wide-eyed, intense stare and fierce predatory nature, the owl is one of nature's more intriguing subjects for wildlife artists. However, because of its nocturnal habits, an accurate reference of this fascinating bird of prey has been hard to find - until now.

In this second volume of reference drawings from renowned illustrator, sculptor, and wildlife enthusiast Denny Rogers, you'll find over 200 pages of meticulous anatomical drawings for both the screech and snowy owls.

The drawings are compiled from extensive photographs taken while the author had access to numerous specimens of both species. Every angle is covered - in detail and with multiple poses - and each documents the natural behavior of the owl.

Inside The Illustrated Owl you'll find:

• 74 drawings for the snowy owl
• 115 drawings for the screech owl
• Detailed line drawings of flight and contour feathers
• Convenient scale charts to adapt the drawings to other sizes
• Exclusive underside and topside color charts with paint patterns created by award-winning bird carver Lori Corbett

The Illustrated Owl is a visual study that over-delivers detail and is a must have for any artist!