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Figure Drawing: A Complete Guide - Giovanni Civardi

This extensive guide to figure drawing brings together seven books from the successful Art of Drawing series: Drawing Techniques, Heads and Faces, Sketching People, Understanding Human Form and Structure, The Nude, Drawing Hands and Feet and Clothing on Figures. This is an essential guide for anyone particularly interested in figure drawing, and includes in-depth studies of human anatomy by master artist Civardi. Civardi''s technical advice and practical tips, accompanied by his own outstanding drawings, make this an invaluable resource for any portrait artist.

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Drawing - A Complete Guide: Nature - Giovanni Civardi

Learn to draw the natural world in this fascinating and accessible guide by master-artist Giovanni Civardi.Beginning with the key drawing methods and materials you''ll need to start your artistic journey, along with advice on drawing perspective and light and shade, learn to sketch country scenes, fruit, vegetables, animals and more. Throughout you''ll find hundreds of helpful and practical illustrations and diagrams, along with stunning examples of Civardi''s work that exemplify his favourite techniques for capturing the natural world.This is the perfect book for both beginner and experienced artists looking for an inspirational, no-nonsense introduction to drawing natural subjects.This comprehensive guide brings together seven books from Search Press'' successful Art of Drawing series: Drawing Techniques; Drawing Perspective; Drawing Scenery; Drawing Light & Shade; Flowers, Fruit and Vegetables; Drawing Pets; and Drawing Wild Animals.

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Drawing People Using Grids - Giovanni Civardi

Learn how to use the grid technique to draw accurate sketches of people from photographs and more, with the help of master artist Giovanni Civardi.From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing people of all ages and in a variety of poses uses the traditional grid technique to make the drawing process both simple and accessible.Starting from a photograph, Civardi shows how to create an accurate pencil sketch of the subject by overlaying a grid and transferring the image one square at a time. The drawing is then rendered in easy stages to create a finished portrait. Even the most complex of subjects can be broken down into easy steps using this method, and by following the numerous step-by-step exercises the reader will very soon be producing highly detailed drawings based on photographs of their own.

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Drawing Animals Using Grids - Giovanni Civardi

Learn how to use the grid technique to draw accurate sketches of your cats, dogs and horse from photographs and more, with the help of master artist Giovanni Civardi.From world-renowned artist Giovanni Civardi, this highly practical guide to drawing your favourite animals in a variety of posses uses the traditional grid technique to make the drawing process both simple and accessible.Starting from a photograph, Civardi shows you how to create an accurate pencil sketch of the subject by overlaying a grid and transferring the image one square at a time. The drawing is then rendered in easy stages to create a finished portrait. Even the most complex of subjects can be broken down into easy steps using this method, and by following the numerous step-by-step exercises the reader will very soon be producing highly detailed drawings based on photographs of their own.

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Drawing: A Complete Guide - Stephen C.P. Gardner

A comprehensive practice-based guide to the art of drawing, Drawing: A Complete Guide provides a chapter-by-chapter overview of key elements of drawing (such as line, shape, tone and value) before addressing the different genres (such as still life and portraiture). Written in an accessible and encouraging manner, Drawing: A Complete Guide seeks to build the learner’s confidence in artistic exploration as well as developing his or her practical abilities. An introductory chapter makes the case that anyone can draw, while the concluding chapter, ‘Looking at Drawings: Critical Thinking and Critiques’, equips learners with the necessary critical tools to develop their craft independently. Richly illustrated with examples of artists’ drawings and the author’s own works, Drawing: A Complete Guide also includes student work to make the practice of drawing more accessible and achievable.

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Drawing - Giovanni Civardi

This is an essential book for anyone learning to draw, or wishing to improve their drawing. Starting with the basics of drawing techniques, Civardi gives expert advice on drawing portraits, the clothed figure, hands and feet and scenery, finishing with a section on the importance of light and shade. Civardi''s technical advice and practical tips, accompanied by his own outstanding drawings, make this an invaluable resource for any artist.

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The Complete Guide to Drawing Manga & Anime - Naoto Date

The complete manga, anime and video game "art school" course for beginners!The Complete Guide to Drawing Manga & Anime offers a structured 13-week lesson plan that is typically found in professional drawing classes. With 65 detailed lessons arranged into 13 weekly topics, it''s simple to learn the essentials and then progress to higher levels. You can create your own personalized learning experience as the structured lessons can be followed in sequence on a strict daily schedule or as an easy learn-at-your-own-pace course. With a hybrid focus this book offers skills for both digital and traditional artists learning to create manga and anime.This book''s unique progressively structured lessons offer:Essential basic instructions on drawing bodies, clothes, facial expressions, movements and poses with 3D composition for animationHundreds of sample illustrations and full-color examples that make it easy to learnDetailed lessons that teach poses, dress styles and life-like expressions that match each character''s personalityStar ratings for each lesson that indicate difficulty and allow the aspiring artist to follow and understand their own learning progress Professional tips and tricks that make learning fun and memorableFree downloadable practice materials, templates and guidesThe Complete Guide to Drawing Manga & Anime offers all the essential information needed to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Complete Guide to Life Drawing - Bammes Gottfried

A complete course, packed with instruction and profusely illustrated. This fantastic book is all you need if you want to start drawing the figure, or if you want to develop your life drawing skills. It is the ultimate reference book, a most inspirational guide and above all it offers everything you ever needed to know, including tips on simple ways to get it right, essential advice on anatomy, help with easy drawing methods and many different examples of the drawn figure. It is important to understand how the body works and detailed sections show hands, feet, faces, limbs and much more.

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Figure Drawing Atelier - Juliette Aristides

"The best way to learn about art is to make it. Discover the secrets of great figure drawing as you sketch along with past and present masters. This working artist''s sketchbook guides you from beginning gestures to delicate rendering. It''s your art, your tradition, your time. Take your voice and add it to the tradition as if the history of art has saved the best for now."Figure Drawing Atelier offers a comprehensive, contemporary twist to the very traditional atelier approach to the methods that instruct artists on the techniques they need to successfully draw and ultimately paint the figure.The book offers art instruction, practical and progressive lessons on drawing the figure, and high-quality sketchbook paper in a beautiful package that includes blank pages for sketching and copying. Artists will then have a record of their process, like with a sketchbook, which many artists like to document and save.In this elegant and inspiring workbook, master contemporary artist and author Juliette Aristides breaks down the figure drawing process into small, manageable lessons, presents them progressively, introduces time-tested principles and techniques in the atelier tradition that are easily accessible, and shares the language and context necessary to understand the artistic process and create ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Figure Drawing for Artists - Steve Huston

Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count is not a typical drawing instruction book; it explains the two-step process behind juggernauts like DreamWorks, WB and Disney. Though there are many books on drawing the human figure, none teach how to draw a figure from the first few marks of the quick sketch to the last virtuosic stroke of the finished masterpiece, let alone through a convincing, easy-to-understand method.That changes now!In Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count, award-winning fine artist Steve Huston shows beginners and pros alike the two foundational concepts behind the greatest masterpieces in art and how to use them as the basis for their own success.Embark on a drawing journey and discover how these twin pillars of support are behind everything from the Venus De Milo, to Michelangelo's Sibyl, to George Bellow's Stag at Sharkey's, and how they're the fundamental tools for animation studios around the world. Not to mention how the best comic book artists since the beginnings of the art form use them whether they know it or not.Figure Drawing for Artists: Making Every Mark Count sketches out the same two-step method taught to the artists of DreamWorks, Warner Brothers, and Disney Animation, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Figure Drawing without a Model - Ron Tiner

A new edition of a classic title from a master artist!From the basics of drawing from life, to drawing the human figure from memory, Figure Drawing without a Model is the perfect introduction to the technique of drawing accurate and evocative figures without a life model.Author Ron Tiner offers a course of instruction illustrated with his own work that is designed to encourage artists of all levels and abilities, including cartoonists and graphic artists.Starting with informal sketches and a brief introduction to anatomical structure, readers are guided through the process of bringing a figure to life on the page through lessons in figure movement, exploring how the body shows its age, expresses emotion and displays character. Key to learning the skills necessary to produce beautiful and accurate artworks and illustrations is the ability to portray anatomically accurate, yet also dynamic and expressive, figures. To do this from memory and imagination frees the artist to create, wherever, whenever, and with no limitations on pose. By learning the skills taught in Figure Drawing Without A Model, the artist can gain that freedom and apply them to all circumstances.Perfect for all artists, from the beginner to the more experienced, the breadth of styles ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Figure Drawing for Fashion Design, Vol. 1 - Tiziana Paci, Elisabetta Kuky Drudi

The seminal guide to figure drawing for fashion design in a completely revised, updated and expanded two-volume edition. Fashion drawing is the most important way to visualise ideas and concepts in costume and fashion design. This new and expanded two-volume edition of the already classic title Figure Drawing for Fashion Design - revised, updated and expanded - is a precise, topic-by-topic manual that will help readers acquire and perfect their skills drawing fashion designs on the female form. Mastering the rules of figure drawing as well as stylistic techniques that add individuality and flair to the design is an essential skill for all designers and illustrators to master in order to bring one's vision to the page, and eventually mannequin. In its approach, this book is ideal both for those designers and students who want to apply themselves professionally to fashion design, and for all enthusiasts of drawing the female body in a fashion context. AUTHORS: As a consultant, illustrator and stylist for renowned fashion companies, Elisabetta Kuky Drudi has planned and organised international fashion collections and shows. She has collaborated as an illustrator, fashion and textile designer with firms such as Baldessarini, Fuzzi, Hugo Boss & Hugo Boss Sport, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Drawing Manga + Comics - Regan Lisa, Joe Harris

Calling all aspiring manga and comic artists! This comprehensive, full-color guide is packed with expert advice, techniques and exercises, brought to you by five masters of comic book art. Whether you''re looking for handy hints about manga expressions, tips on creating superhero characters, or tutorials on drawing spaceships and medieval weaponry ... you''ve come to the right place! Discover how to pencil and ink your characters, how to draw compelling action scenes, and how to create a dramatic story. Includes: • Manga comics: manga faces, figures, chibi cartoons, special effects...• Superhero comics: superhero styles, creating characters, action poses...• Science fiction comics: alien characters, robots, spaceships, book covers...• Fantasy comics: dwarf warrior, weapons and armor, wizards battle...• Horror comics: telling a horror story, creating atmosphere, swamp zombie... So if you''re hoping to improve your comic art skills or just starting out, this book is packed with the insider tips and tricks that will take your artworks to the next level ... AND BEYOND! Perfect for ages 9+.

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The Complete Guide to Option Selling: How Selling Options Can Lead to Stellar Returns in Bull and Bear Markets - James Cordier, Michael Gross

The Go-To Option-Selling Guide--Updated for Today''s Manic MarketsInvesting today is more complicated and unpredictablethan ever before. The strategy of buy-and-hold has been replaced by buy-and-hope. Trying to grow your assets means worrying about how the next geopolitical crisis or government announcement will affect your portfolio. In an age of stunted economics and uncertain interest rates, attempting to guess market direction can seem futile.The good news is, you don''t have to anymore. There isa better way to invest. It''s time to borrow a page fromthe pros and radically change your entire philosophy to building a solid, high-yielding portfolio.The Complete Guide to Option Selling takes you through the process step by step. Updated to help you drawsteady, high profits in an age of skittish markets, thisclassic text covers the ins and outs of:The Fundamentals of Option SellingWhy writing options works so well, what kind of investor writes options, and how futures options could be the missing piece to your puzzleOption-Selling Strategy and Risk ManagementChoosing the right options to sell, the most powerfulspread strategies, the mechanics of selling, and protecting yourself from downside risk like a proMarket Analysis and Writing OptionsHow to find the best markets to take premium, the secret of seasonal ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Witch's Complete Guide to Crystals - Sara Hadley

Enhance your life through the power and energy of crystals with The Witch’s Complete Guide to Crystals. Cultivate your creativity and manifest your heart’s desires by using crystals like citrine and labradorite. Use rose quartz, also known as the “love stone,” to help channel love energy or amethyst to create a dream spell. Learn how to use crystals and crystal tools to amplify intentions and bring healing, energy, and positive changes to your life!The Witch’s Complete Guide to Crystals includes:Descriptions of individual crystals and their purposesCrystal spells and crystal toolsHow to use the energy of moon phases and the Wheel of the Year to enhance and amplify crystal spellworkHow to build crystal altars and crystal grids for manifesting intentionsExplore different ways to use crystals for everyday rituals in your sacred space. Discover today’s top trending mind, body, spirit topics with the Witch’s Complete Guide series from Chartwell Books. From personal care to reading the tarot, these engaging lifestyle guides give modern witches the expert insight and spiritual know-how they need while practicing their craft. Whether you want to explore the stars or the magic of crystals, or make it a priority to incorporate self-care into your daily routine, these brightly ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Pen and Ink Drawing Guide - Giovana Ghizzi Vescovi

The ultimate guide to learning how to draw detailed works of art in gorgeous ink. Ink pen artist and educator Giovana Vescovi invites you on an inspiring journey into the mesmerising world of ink pen drawing. This comprehensive guide was designed for both beginners and experienced artists, offering a roadmap to unlock your creative potential and master the art of ink pen illustration. Readers will learn all aspects of pen and ink drawing, including:Artistic Foundations: Begin your journey with a deep dive into the core principles of ink pen drawing, including line work, shading, composition, and perspective. Unlock Your Creativity: Discover your unique artistic voice and style with guidance on finding inspiration in nature, dreams, and the human subconscious mind. Practical Tutorials: Step-by-step tutorials and hands-on exercises will build your confidence and skills, helping you create captivating ink pen illustrations from start to finish. Personal Growth through Art: Use ink pen drawing as a means of self-expression and storytelling, exploring the depths of your creativity and imagination. The Pen and Ink Drawing Guide is an invitation to explore the boundless possibilities of ink pen drawing, connect with your inner artist, and create masterpieces that resonate with your deepest self. Get ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Expressive Figure Drawing - B Buchman

Throughout the history of art, figure drawing has been regarded as the very foundation of an artist's education and at the centre of the art-making process. Suitable for artists seeking fresh approaches to drawing the human figure, this title features more than 20 fundamental figure drawing exercises.

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Complete Guide to TRX® Suspension Training® - Jay Dawes

Your essential guide to Suspension Training®Â Since its development over a decade ago, Suspension Training® has remained a popular choice for developing strength, stability, core power, flexibility, and balance because it delivers results. Used by the best of the best, from personal trainers to the elite athletes they work with, Suspension Training® is a respected and essential component of conditioning programs worldwide. Approved and endorsed by TRX®, the global leader in functional training products, programming, and education, the Complete Guide to TRX® Suspension Training®, Second Edition, is the authoritative resource on safe, effective, and optimal use of Suspension Training® and programming. Written by renowned strength and conditioning expert Dr. Jay Dawes, the book offers 100 exercises, 40 variations, and 24 ready-to-use programs designed to take your workouts to unprecedented levels. The second edition is packed with full-color photos, demonstrating how to perform each exercise, as well as 14 assessments to help determine fitness level and gauge training progress.Complete Guide to TRX® Suspension Training® also shows you how to incorporate Suspension Training® into circuit training and injury prevention programs as well as programs for improving strength and power, speed and agility, balance and stability, and flexibility. If you are tired of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Nordic Walking: 2nd edition - Gill Stewart

A revised and updated second edition of the popular Complete Guide to Nordic Walking.Nordic walking, a specific technique for walking with poles that is far more effective in burning calories and whole-body toning than walking alone, is growing rapidly in the UK and worldwide.The Complete Guide to Nordic Walking: 2nd Edition will help you understand everything you need to know about Nordic walking whether you are a beginner, a more experienced Nordic walking enthusiast or a health and fitness professional.This updated guide expels all the myths and simply provides advice and information on how to Nordic walk, who with, where and most importantly why. Organised into clear sections to help you to find exactly what you are looking for, it is packed with tips, case studies, research, exercise plans and equipment advice. It is the complete manual for Nordic walkers of all levels.This revised second edition includes:- information about the latest equipment and techniques- the most recent research into the benefits of Nordic walking - new photographs and case studies- updates on the sport''s worldwide scene- revised advice about the professional use of Nordic walking The Complete Guide to Nordic Walking is endorsed by Nordic Walking UK and includes contributions ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Classical Drawing: The Figure - Harold Speed, George Bridgman

Whether you''re a trained artist or have never even picked up a pencil, this is the only sketchbook you need! Master artists George Bridgman and Harold Speed take you on a guided journey from the fundamental principles of human movement to capturing the dynamism of the human form. With a combination of inspirational images and drawing space, as well as tried and proven instruction on the best way to recreate the human body, your skills will grow and expand. Master balance, rhythm, and the interplay of body parts as you learn to capture the figure in action, and learn about line and mass, composition, proportion, and the nuances of anatomy, from the head to the feet. This book is perfect for anyone looking to improve their figure-drawing skills. With lay-flat binding and compact size, this 2-in-1 guide makes it easy to take it wherever you go, so you''ll always have a valuable resource on hand whenever inspiration strikes!

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The Complete Guide to Self Care - Kiki Ely

The Complete Guide to Self Care features 100 accessible activities that help you reconnect with your body, mind, spirit, and surroundings, and leave you feeling refreshed and ready to face the world again.Caring for yourself is far from selfish and self-care is far from a new phenomenon, but it’s recently been in the popular vernacular. With screens, work emails on our phones, notifications, and poor boundaries between ourselves and the world around us, taking time and making space for ourselves has become more and more important. Therapy, caring for plants, making your favorite dish…these are all little ways to reclaim parts of yourself that you’ve lost track of in the daily hustle of life.With encouraging reminders, inspiring thoughts, easy wins, and practical advice, The Complete Guide to Self Care helps you identify your needs so you can relax, refuel, and find calm in your hectic life. This book tells you why mindset is key, how to nourish instead of punish yourself, how to exercise and sleep, and why it is important to go slow sometimes. You live your whole life being you, so why not be your own best friend?The Complete Guide to Self Care is a book for people ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Fodor's The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises - Fodor's Travel Guides

Whether you want to go bear-watching on Kodiak Island, cruise through Glacier Bay, or fish for salmon in Sitka Bay, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Alaska are here to help! Fodor’s The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.Fodor’s The Complete Guide to Alaska Cruises travel guide includes:AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and doDETAILED REVIEWS of all the cruise lines and their ships that cruise in AlaskaMORE THAN 22 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidentlyCOLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, shopping, activities, shore excursions, and morePHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “What to Eat and Drink in Alaska,” “What to Buy in Alaska,” “Best Wildlife Experiences in Alaska,” “Best Shore Excursions in Alaska,” and moreTRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and moneyHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Middle-earth - Foster Robert

A peerless A–Z guide to the names, places and events in the world of J.R.R. Tolkien, fully illustrated in colour throughout by acclaimed Tolkien artist, Ted Nasmith.J.R.R. Tolkien’s works of epic adventure and fantasy, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion have delighted many millions of fans since they were first published, and are now more popular than ever before.The Complete Guide to Middle-earth has been compiled to enhance the reader’s enjoyment of Tolkien’s books by bringing together in an A-Z sequence all the key facts and information about names, places, languages and events from The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion.Accompanied with numerous genealogical tables and a unique Chronology of the First Age, it will provide an indispensable aid to every reader’s discovery of Tolkien’s world.The first, and definitive, encyclopedia, The Complete Guide to Middle-earth is now reissued to complement the illustrated hardbacks of The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion and Unfinished Tales, and is lavishly illustrated with more than 50 full-colour paintings by acclaimed Tolkien artist, Ted Nasmith, with many appearing exclusively in this edition.

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New Complete Guide to Band Saws, Revised and Expanded Edition - Mark Duginske

New Complete Guide to Band Saws, Revised Edition is the essential guide to woodworking''s most versatile tool and projects that band sawyers will love. It includes a thorough analysis of everything needed to know to purchase, set up, use, and maintain a band saw by detailing what woodworkers need to know before purchasing a saw, including the eight questions to ask before buying a used saw. It also communicates topics such as a part-by-part overview of every component of the saw, techniques of set-up and alignment, choosing the right blade, and understanding hand positioning to provide any woodworker with the most complete guide to a band saw. Special sections are devoted to band saw accessories, how to deal with common problems, and how to maintain a band saw to keep it running effectively and efficiently for years.

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Figure Drawing - Andrew Loomis

The illustrator Andrew Loomis (1892-1959) is revered among artists - including comics superstar Alex Ross - for his mastery of figure drawing and clean, Realist style.His hugely influential series of art instruction books have never been bettered, and Figure Drawing is the first in Titan''s programme of facsimile editions, returning these classic titles to print for the first time in decades.

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The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors - Ben Carter

Explore the creative possibilities of this incredibly versatile range of glazes with this comprehensive guide for ceramic artists of all levels.Unlock the world of low-fire glazes with The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes for Potters and Sculptors. Potter, podcaster, and author of Mastering the Potter’s Wheel, Ben Carter, challenges the belief that serious artists work exclusively with high-temperature materials, sharing years of research on crafting exquisite low-fire pots and glazes. Delve into the benefits of firing at lower temperatures, explore the visual nuances of low-fire glazes, and witness renowned artists thriving in this temperature range.Illustrated with stunning photography of work by Carter and other artists, this visually captivating resource covers:Insights into the benefits and visual attributes of low-fire glazesGuidance on setting up a glaze labAn explanation of how glaze is formulatedTroubleshooting tips for common glaze faultsDesigning and making test tilesTechniques for layering, using glaze as form, integrating decals, atmospheric firing, and moreTried-and-true glaze recipes—from gloss to satin, matte, and tin—for varied finishes and color creationWhether you are new to the world of ceramic glazes or looking to expand your knowledge of low-fire glazes, The Complete Guide to Low-Fire Glazes is your path through a world of artistic possibilities.The Mastering Ceramics ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Figure Drawing - Jake Spicer

Understand the human body and transform your art with bestselling author Jake SpicerInformative and instructive, this book will equip artists of all levels with the ability to make clear perceptions of the human body and translate them onto the page. Figure Drawing begins with basic principles and builds progressively, after showing you how to develop and expand your sketching practice, how to observe and see differently, and how to create a language of marks to enable you to bring this vision to paper.As you travel through the book, you''ll discover how a deeper understanding of the human body and its anatomy can transform your work. By the end you''ll feel confident that everything you see, experience and understand about the body can be transformed into personal, focused and responsive figure drawings.

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Black & Decker The Complete Photo Guide to Treehouses 3rd Edition - Philip Schmidt

This third edition of BLACK+DECKER The Complete Photo Guide to Treehouses covers every aspect of treehouse building, from choosing a tree and safety considerations to adding interior furniture and even a zip line. Featuring extended building techniques in step-by-step photo-illustrated instruction. For kids, a treehouse is a room that never has to be cleaned, a place for muddy shoes and bug jars and adventures real and imagined; a house that you can paint whenever and however you want, without gaining approval. For adults, it’s a room that never has to be cleaned, a place for muddy shoes and…well, you get the idea. But best of all a treehouse is up in a tree. And that’s just cool. Filled with inspiring photos of finished treehouses and easy-to-follow instructions for building your own, learn with your family treehouse basics—choosing a tree, planning and design, treehouse safety—followed by building techniques for:Platforms designed for various tree configurationsFraming and finishing walls and railingsFinishing interiors with paneling, shelves, and flip-down tables and bunksDoors, both classic and in fun shapesWindows, including shutters and pop-upsBuilding and framing roofsModes of access, including ladders, stairs, trap doors, and a fireman’s polePlaythings, including swings, a zip line, a rock climbing wall, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals - The Japan Amigurumi Association

From selecting yarns and learning basic crochet stitches to assembling your doll or animal and adding whimsical details, The Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals makes any amigurumi project possible!Hundreds of photos demonstrate the best crochet stitches to use, along with lessons on how to assemble amigurumi figures correctly and give them more personality. All the basic stitches and steps are explained in detail, including extra directions for left-handed crafters. This is the official guide created by The Japan Amigurumi Association—whose thousands of members are found all over Japan, the original home of amigurumi. It provides an authoritative overview of techniques and includes all the information that amigurumi enthusiasts need to know to create their own toy. This indispensable book shows you how to:Shape and proportion expressive heads, limbs and tailsAssemble all the pieces together in a way that makes your toy come aliveAdd armatures so your toys can bend and stand on their ownCreate facial features that give your toy attitude and personalityMake cute little accessories (zakka) like mittens, scarves and pursesThe Complete Guide to Crochet Dolls and Animals includes 3 start to finish project lessons to practice the skills you learn. Then style your own amigurumi with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Yoga Props - Jenny Clise

Explore the possibilities of using props in your yoga practice! Contrary to popular belief, props are not necessarily for beginners. Research shows that props can be an essential tool to modify and deepen poses, achieve optimal alignment and comfort, accommodate physical limitations, aid in injury recovery, and facilitate a safe and effective practice.The Complete Guide to Yoga Props provides over 120 poses with more than 800 variations that use a yoga prop such as a block, strap, bolster, blanket, chair, or wall to modify, progress, or otherwise change the pose. The poses are grouped together as follows: Standing, kneeling, and lunging poses Seated and squatting poses Backbending and heart-opening poses Arm balances Inversions Prone poses Supine poses Packed with beautiful photos showcasing the pose variations, no other resource offers the sheer number of options to make your yoga practice truly personal for every body and need. Learn what to look for when choosing a prop and how and where to position it depending on whether you want to make a pose more challenging, need to make a pose more accessible, or just want to try something new. Each pose includes the English and Sanskrit names to aid in identification and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Home Permaculture - Brandy Hall

Create a regenerative, self-sustaining landscape where plants, people, and wildlife all thrive with this practical guide full of easy-to-implement solutions.At its core, permaculture is gardening and living with a deep respect for—and responsibility to—nature. In The Complete Guide to Home Permaculture, you’ll learn the fundamental concepts of permaculture in simple, actionable steps through case studies adapted to the suburban/urban landscape and a modern lifestyle. A plethora of before-and-after photos and examples of existing home permaculture gardens, coupled with how-to projects, detailed illustrations and landscape plans, and a thoughtful explanation of the 3 pillars of a regenerative landscape (water, soil, and plants), will lead you to discover that every garden—no matter its size—can have a positive impact. Discover uncomplicated, tried-and-tested processes to transition conventional landscapes into beneficial and interconnected ecosystems. Learn how to:Protect biodiversityGrow food, medicine, habitat, and beautyLimit resource useCreate a closed-loop system that reduces wasteCapture and reuse rainwaterHelp restore depleted soil and capture carbonFoster a functional polyculture filled with a diversity of plants and lifeGrow vegetables and other edible plants in an edible landscapeThe Complete Guide to Home Permaculture offers accessible ways to address the global climate crisis we face, allowing you to participate in the Earth’s return to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to America's National Parks - Nancy J. Hajeski

The complete guide to the national parks, national monuments and memorials, military parks and battlefields, national trails, seashores, rivers and marine conservation areas, national recreation areas, national highways, preserves and reserves of the United States Since 1872, when Yellowstone became America’s inaugural national park, these protected areas have enthralled visitors from around the globe. Currently the 63 national parks attract more than 300 million visitors each year. But what is the X factor that draws people again and again to these historic places or wilderness spaces? In this comprehensive guide readers will begin to understand the character of these parks, for each is, in its own way, truly unique. • Begin with handy stats about the park’s location, size, number of visitors, date established, elevation, and geology. • Explore the history of each park, including early cultures, homesteaders and settlers, commercial interests, and park advocates. • Discover popular activities, along with details on trails, landmarks, natural wonders, amenities, accommodations, and nearby attractions. • Get acquainted with the animals that make each park a wildlife adventure, as well as the native plants and trees that populate woodlands, grasslands, wetlands, deserts, and high alpine zones. If vacationers have a national park visit ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography - Michael Shaw

The Complete Guide to Landscape Astrophotography is the ultimate manual for anyone looking to create spectacular landscape astrophotography images. By explaining the science of landscape astrophotography in clear and straightforward language, it provides insights into phenomena such as the appearance or absence of the Milky Way, the moon, and constellations. This unique approach, which combines the underlying scientific principles of astronomy with those of photography, will help deepen your understanding and give you the tools you need to fulfil your artistic vision. Key features include:• Distinguished Guest Gallery of images from renowned nightscape photographers such as Babak Tafreshi, Bryan Peterson, Alan Dyer, Brenda Tharp, Royce Bair, Wally Pacholka, and David Kingham• The twenty-five best landscape astrophotography subjects and how to photograph them• Astronomy 101 - build your knowledge of night sky objects and their motion: the Milky Way, moon, Aurora Borealis/Australis, constellations, meteors and comets• Information on state-of-the-art planning software and apps designed to enable you to capture and enhance your landscape astrophotography • Field guide for creating a detailed plan for your night shoot • Description of the best moon phases for specific types of nightscape images, and the best months and times of night to see the Milky ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Sailing & Seamanship - Twain Braden

An illustrated sailing guide for beginner and expert alike--newly updated! The Complete Guide to Sailing& Seamanship is the perfect blend of captivating sea stories and essential, basic instructional methods for anyone yearning to sail. Topics include seamanship and boat handling, anchoring and docking, and history and lore alike. Chapters include:Knots and LinesSailboat AnatomySteering & SailingLakes, Harbors, and BaysA Look at the WeatherCharts & NavigationAnchoring, Mooring, & BerthingSailing GearBoat MaintenanceDaily RhythmsSeamanship BasicsRules of the RoadThe Complete Guide to Sailing & Seamanship is enhanced with 100 original hand-drawn images by world-renowned marine illustrator Sam Manning.

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Acadia National Park: The Complete Guide - James Kaiser

The bestselling Acadia National Park guidebook for over two decades!Over 500 five-star reviews for previous editionsAcadia National Park is the most beautiful destination in Maine. This gorgeous, full-color travel guidebook reveals the highlights and hidden gems of both Acadia and Mount Desert Island.Whatever your interests—hiking to the top of Cadillac Mountain, dining on fresh lobster in Bar Harbor, sailing past historic lighthouses — Acadia National Park: The Complete Guide puts the best of Acadia at your fingertips. Beautiful color photos showcase the park''s best destinations.Fascinating chapters on History, Geology, Ecology,and Wildlife reveal the story behind the scenery. Detailed color maps make travel planning easy.Written and photographed by Maine native James Kaiser,Acadia National Park: The Complete Guide is the only guide you''ll need.

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Figure Drawing For Dummies - Kensuke Okabayashi

The human figure is considered by many artists to be the most challenging subject to render in any artistic medium. Figure Drawing For Dummies uses step-by-step instructions coupled with expert tips and advice that helps readers successfully draw this difficult subject.

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Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Wiring, Updated 9th Edition - Editors of Cool Springs Press

For over 15 years, BLACK+DECKER The Complete Guide to Wiring has been the best-selling home wiring manual in North America. With this updated 9th edition, get the clearest, most up-to-date advice available.As the most current wiring book on the market, you can be confident that your projects will meet national wiring codes. You’ll also spend more time on your project and less time scratching your head thanks to more than 750 clear color photos and over 50 diagrams that show you exactly what you need to know about home electrical service; all the most common circuits, all the most-needed techniques, all the most essential tools and materials. Chapters include:Working Safely with WiringWire, Cable & ConduitBoxes & PanelsSwitches (including wall switches and specialty switches)ReceptaclesPreliminary Work (planning your project, highlights of the National Electrical Code, and more)Circuit MapsCommon Wiring Projects (whole-house surge arrestors, underfloor radiant heat systems, doorbells, backup power supply, and many more)Repair Projects (light fixtures, ceiling fans, lamp sockets, plugs and cords, and more)The information in this book has been created and reviewed by professional electricians under the watchful eye of the experts at BLACK+DECKER. You can find plenty of articles and videos about wiring online or in other publications, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome - Dr Anthony Attwood

The Complete Guide to Asperger''s Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Asperger''s syndrome (AS). Now including a new introduction explaining the impact of DSM-5 on the diagnosis and approach to AS, it brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for children through to adults.Drawing on case studies and personal accounts from Attwood''s extensive clinical experience, and from his correspondence with individuals with AS, this book is both authoritative and extremely accessible. Chapters examine: * causes and indications of the syndrome * the diagnosis and its effect on the individual * theory of mind * the perception of emotions in self and others * social interaction, including friendships * long-term relationships * teasing, bullying and mental health issues * the effect of AS on language and cognitive abilities, sensory sensitivity, movement and co-ordination skills * career development.There is also an invaluable frequently asked questions chapter and a section listing useful resources for anyone wishing to find further information on a particular aspect of AS, as well as literature and educational tools.Essential reading for families and individuals affected by AS as well as teachers, professionals and employers coming in contact with people with AS, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Portfolio Performance - Georges Hubner, Pascal Francois

An intuitive and effective desk reference for performance measurement in asset and wealth management In The Complete Guide to Portfolio Performance: Appraise, Analyse, Act, a team of finance professors with extended practical experience deliver a hands-on desk reference for asset and wealth managers suitable for everyday use. Intuitively organized and full of concrete examples of the real-world implementation of the concepts discussed within, the book provides a comprehensive coverage of all important portfolio performance matters across 18 chapters of actionable and clearly described content. The authors have provided relevant cross-referencing where appropriate, “Key Takeaways and Equations” sections at the end of each chapter, and pointers to additional resources for anyone interested in pursuing further research. You'll also find: Discussions of more than a hundred classical and modern performance measures organized logically and with a focus on their applicationsStrategies for selecting appropriate performance measures based on your situation as a manager or investorExplanations of analytical techniques (statistical approaches, attribution, fund ratings...) enabling a comprehensive use of performance-related informationApplications of portfolio performance criteria in concrete investment decision-making processesHighly actionable and logically organized material that's easy to find at a moment's noticeA full set of pedagogical powerpoint slides and excel worksheets with all ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide To Ivf - Kate Brian

The most recent studies show that 40,000 cycles of IVF are carried out in the UK each year - and approximately a million are carried out worldwide. It is estimated that at least 200,000 IVF babies are born annually - and this figure is constantly rising. With assisted conception increasing year on year, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO IVF offers an invaluable and insightful approach to the process. Packed with first-hand accounts of patients who have been through it, and Kate Brian''s own experience of IVF, this book will de-mystify the treatment and give a ''behind-the-scenes'' account of what really happens. Addressing the entire experience, right from the initial clinic visit through to the assisted conception cycle, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO IVF provides an accessible, down-to-earth and reassuring account of using IVF to conceive.

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The Complete Guide to Personal Training - Morc Coulson

A revised and updated third edition of the popular Complete Guide to Personal Training with up-to-date content and new exercises.This is the complete reference guide for anyone working as a personal trainer, or studying to become one, with an in-depth look into the role of the trainer in relation to codes of conduct and client care. This comprehensive book contains practical tips and advice for designing a range of exercise programmes for clients. It also focuses on the best ways to sustain a financially successful personal training business and stand out from the crowd.This new third edition includes:- Brand-new illustrated stretches and exercises- Advice on training at home or outdoors- A spotlight on client well-being- Updated government guidelines, statistics and scientific findings- Guidance on adapting exercises for disabled or vulnerable clients- National guidelines for nutrition and weight.This is essential reading for personal trainers in the health and fitness industry and for those teaching or studying for qualifications in this area.

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The Complete Guide to Blender Graphics - John M. Blain

BlenderTM is a free Open-Source 3D Computer Modeling and Animation Suite incorporating Character Rigging, Particles, Real World Physics Simulation, Sculpting, Video Editing with Motion Tracking and 2D Animation within the 3D Environment.Blenderis FREE to download and use by anyone for anything.The Complete Guide to Blender Graphics: Computer Modeling and Animation, Eighth Edition is a unified manual describing the operation of the program, updated with reference to the Graphical User Interface for Blender Version 3.2.2, including additional material covering Blender Assets, Geometry Nodes, and Non-Linear Animation.Divided into a two-volume set, the book introduces the programÂ’s Graphical User Interface and shows how to implement tools for modeling and animating characters and created scenes with the application of color, texture, and special lighting effects.Key Features:The book provides instruction for New Users starting at the very beginning.Instruction is presented in a series of chapters incorporating visual reference to the program''s interface.The initial chapters are designed to instruct the user in the operation of the program while introducing and demonstrating interesting features of the program.Chapters are developed in a building block fashion providing forward and reverse reference to relevant material.Both volumes are available in a discounted set, which can also be purchased together with Blender ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Complete Guide to Foam Rolling - Kyle Stull

Everything there is to know about foam rolling. Complete Guide to Foam Rolling, Second Edition, is the essential resource for anyone looking to move better, feel better, and recover more effectively. Foam rolling before, during, or after a workout can help increase blood circulation, allowing muscles to work more efficiently, reduce stiffness, enhance range of motion, and initiate the recovery process to reduce soreness. The second edition is now in full color and has been extensively updated with new information about the benefits of foam rolling and similar devices, such as percussion massagers. With the latest research included, you will discover the scientific rationale behind using foam rollers to aid in recovery. You'll learn to apply the science of foam rolling with step-by-step instructions for 37 of the most effective foam rolling techniques for muscle preparation and recovery. Use therapeutic movements to help ease pain and restore function—all while reducing the risk of injury. Learn to breathe, relax, and roll through tight spots as part of your warm-up, flexibility work, and recovery. Then adapt any of the ready-to-use protocols or create a customized program to address specific problem areas as well as your overall muscle and nervous system needs. Complete ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Master Guide to Drawing Anime: Expressions & Poses - Christopher Hart

The sixth book in the bestselling 'Master Guide to Drawing Anime' series focuses on using principles of figure drawing to create anime characters and scenes.

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The Complete Course for Drawing Manga - Kuru

The complete guide for creating your first manga!Illustrated with more than 1,000 drawings and featuring manga panels filled with helpful guidance, this book clearly explains everything you need to know to create an original, engaging comic. While it includes all the drawing instruction you need, it goes well beyond that and also includes such topics as choosing the right materials, creating compelling characters, and writing and developing your own unique story. With artist and teacher Kuru as your guide, you''ll learn all about:• Anatomy and movement• Expressions and emotions• Storyboards• Genres and themes• Plots and dialog• Backgrounds and scenery• Inking, coloring, and more!This comprehensive guide includes practical advice, examples to follow, pitfalls to avoid, exercises to practice, ways to chart progress, tools to find the right methods of working, and a touch of humor to make following along engaging and fun for all ages!

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Human Figure Drawing - Daniela Brambilla

'Human Figure Drawing' offers a refreshing perspective on this time timeless topic, with clear and helpful explanations and around 500 illustrations in b&w and colour.

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The Complete Guide to Sports Massage 4th edition - Tim Paine

Highly illustrated and fully updated, the 4th edition of this popular guide to sports massage is packed with jargon-free information and practical tips explaining key principles and techniques.The Complete Guide to Sports Massage, 4th edition is a comprehensive, practical handbook. This is the must-have guide for students of sports therapy and anyone wanting a performance advantage.Sports massage is the skilled manipulation of soft tissue for: the relief and treatment of muscle soreness and pain; the maintenance of muscle balance and improved flexibility; and enhanced rehabilitation from injury. Packed with jargon-free information, this fully updated guide includes step-by-step photography and detailed text explaining the principles and techniques of massage, injury management and post-massage care, as well as practical guidance on working at a sports event.

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Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design - Paula J. Myers-McDevitt

Complete Guide to Size Specification and Technical Design, 4th Edition, equips students with everything they need to know about measuring sample garments, creating fully graded spec sheets for grading patterns, fitting garments, and offering pattern alterations. Over 500 technical flats are clearly labeled with measurement points and instructions for taking measurements. The book includes spec sheets for different types of garments and industry forms within the context of the production process. Several sections are devoted to instruction on measuring the human body, PLM/PDM software, correct fitting issues (with suggestions for pattern alterations), and grade rules for both number and letter sizing. It also includes over 60 basic fashion flats and instructions on metric conversions in the Appendices.New to this Edition· Coverage of current topics like diversity and diverse body sizes, industry changes due to the pandemic, and sustainability· Inclusion of tech packs and a variety of flats and croquis · “Tricks of the Trade” call boxes addressing key industry examples and how to deal with common challengesSTUDIO Features Include:· Watch videos that bring chapter concepts to life· Download templates of blank and sample spec sheets, and basic garment and figure croquis to practice technical design skills· Study smarter with self-quizzes ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Complete Guide to Memory - Richard Restak

Memory gets worse with age - right? A fact of life. But what if we told you that wasn't necessarily true? That memory decline isn't inevitable. In The Complete Guide to Memory, renowned neurologist and bestselling author Dr Richard Restak distils the wisdom of an entire career into a one-stop guide to the science of memory.Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience, case studies, famous anecdotes and more, he offers tips and tricks for anyone who wants to strengthen their memory, protect themselves from diseases like Alzheimer's and think smarter. Learn how to boost your memory through techniques like:-Mind mapping and making lists-Reading more novels than non-fiction-'Chunking' several pieces of information together to make them easier to remember-Choosing manual methods over technological solutions like phones and GPSPacked full of information for anyone curious about the power of their memory, this is the only guide you need to train your memory and make it stronger.

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