Whether you want to make your own Christmas cards or you're just getting into the holiday spirit, Ralph Masiello teaches budding illustrators of any age how to use simple shapes as the base for drawing all kinds of seasonal creations. He offers step by step instructions to encourage both confidence and creativity, as well as recommendations on the best pens and pencils for each project. Here are the basics on drawing Santa and Mrs. Claus, the reindeer and sleigh, a snowman, elves, a fireplace, and various houses and toys.