This book of simple step-by-step line drawings from beloved art teacher Peggy Dean of The Pigeon Letters will deepen your appreciation for the wonders of the Pacific Northwest. Learn to draw 150 Pacific Northwest natural wonders (plus iconic landmarks) in just a few simple steps each! Rooted in love for the PNW, this no-skills-necessary how-to-draw book will encourage users to stop and notice the beauty that surrounds them. Here you’ll learn the basics of line drawing as well as facts about the ecology, plants, wildlife, and landmarks of this amazing region. Inside you'll find: Native plants like salmonberries, sword ferns, and Pacific rhododendron - Majestic trees like the Western red cedar and Douglas fir - Mysterious mushrooms like the chanterelle and morel - Iconic animals like otters and orcas - Bucket-list birds like the Northern spotted owl and tufted puffin - Popular landmarks like the Space Needle, Mount Rainier, and Crater Lake Line drawing is a meditative, easy-to-master art form featuring illustrative, doodle-like designs. Peggy, who has deep roots in the Pacific Northwest, teaches you how to start with the simplest doodles, building into more elaborate, delicate illustrations. These simple line drawings will allow you to branch out and have fun with your own personal style, as well as inspire you to add flourishes to other projects. Drawings are ordered from simple to advanced, and by category (flora, fauna, landmarks). If you enjoyed Ed Emberley as a child, you’ll love this book of simple step-by-step line drawings with space to practice! "We love Peggy's take on teaching the art of line drawing. Her joyful approach to embracing imperfections throughout the process is a breath of fresh air. From her perspective, a crooked line is your crooked line—it adds unique character to your artwork. Thanks to her inclusive style, beginners and pros alike can feel confident in their creativity." —BRIT + CO "For anyone who has ever said "I can't draw," Peggy's step-by- step guide to line drawing is for you. Her ability to break down complex illustrations into simple shapes will have you creating pieces of artwork you didn't know were possible. Her style inspires the artist in all of us." —SKILLSHARE Hey there! I'm so glad you found your way here. Pacific Northwest Line Drawing is a little love letter to one of my favorite corners of the world. I've always been inspired by the rugged coastlines, towering forests, and cozy little towns tucked between the mountains and the sea—and this book is my way of capturing that in simple, calming lines. You don't need to be an artist to enjoy this book. What I love most about line drawing is that it's simple doodles. It's easy to create when you just want to unwind with some creative time. Each page is designed to be easy to follow, so you can just relax, pick up a pen or pencil, and get into the flow. This project has been a joy to create, and I hope it brings a little peace, inspiration, and Pacific Northwest magic into your day. Thanks for being here and sharing your creativity with me—and happy drawing! PEGGY DEAN is the best-selling author of  Mindful Sketching, The Ultimate Brush Lettering Guide ,  Botanical Line Drawing and  Peggy Dean’s Guide to Nature Drawing & Watercolor . Peggy is a self-taught artist “born into creativity through a struggle with mental health.” She promotes the embrace of imperfection and is devoted to ensuring that everyone who wants to feels empowered to be able to create. To that end, Peggy teaches online in and in-person classes, which to date have reached more than 500k students. Peggy blogs at ThePigeonLetters.com. A long-time resident of Portland, Oregon, Peggy's deep connection to the Pacific Northwest shines through in her artwork and teaching. Introduction Welcome to the Pacific Northwest, a land of boundless beauty. The drawings on the following pages are a love letter to the region that has captured my heart and soul. I had the privilege of growing up exploring the Pacific Northwest’s diverse ecosystems, from the towering evergreen forests to the rugged coastline, from the majestic mountains to the tranquil rivers. I love how every season brings its own palette of colors, textures, and sensations—the scent of old-growth forests, where moss-draped branches of ancient trees touch the sky; the taste of wild berries plucked from the underbrush, bursting with the essence of summer; and the feeling of cool, misty rain on your skin, a gentle reminder of all the ways this region can inspire us. This book is organized into three main sections: Flora, Fauna, and Landmarks of the Pacific Northwest. Each section contains step-by-step drawing instructions for various subjects, accompanied by fun facts that might surprise you! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, feel free to start anywhere that inspires you. Remember, the goal is to enjoy the process and capture the essence of the Pacific Northwest through