A wide-ranging overview of the principles of decoration. A variety of geometrical patterns are shown, alongside techniques for creating decorative patterns based on stylized natural shapes. This volume is an essential guide for anyone wishing to create decorative patterns for a wide variety of purposes. Designed and created as both a valuable tool for beginners and a strong support for professional artists, the Leonardo Collection stands out for its clear explanations, plain language, and especially for its intelligent, well-directed choice of illustrations. The Collection offers exhaustive information on methods and strategies in both drawing and painting, starting from the basics of drawing and gradually presenting various media and techniques in a vast range of subjects.