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This work provides an introduction to the marionette tradition and the principles and practicalities of marionette design. It includes advice on materials and methods for carving, modelling and casting puppet parts.

This guide to painting in oils examines such topics as massing values, chiaroscuro and light value, handling edges and other topics.

Developed by English handwriting masters in the 18th century, copperplate calligraphy is admired for its fluidity and beauty. It is the most popular style for social correspondence, invitations, and other communications requiring an elegant hand. In this practical manual, a noted calligraphy teacher offers a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for the student. Beginning with a brief but fascinating history of copperplate, she moves quickly to an in-depth examination of the alphabet, numbers, and punctuation. Each letter is demonstrated stroke by stroke with a clear explanation. Readers will also find detailed discussions of writing in color, using the proper paper, and learning how to retouch, correct, and crop. Ms. Winters then shows how copperplate can be used to write a simple paragraph, a short quotation, or poetry, and explains how to use the script commercially for addressing envelopes and writing name cards and invitations. With this easy-to-follow manual and some practice, calligraphers will be able to create copperplate scripts with the rhythm, grace, and ease of the great writing masters. Unabridged Dover (2000) republication of the edition published by Watson-Guptill, New York, 1989.

The method for teaching in this book begins with 18 helpful tools which train the mind how to see. The author explains to readers how, where and why to use them. The core of the book is spent teaching how to lay out the face, placing special features, and making it look real.

This is the largest selection ever made from the famous Muybridge sequence high-speed photographs of human motion. Containing 4,789 photographs, it illustrates some 163 different types of action: elderly man lifting log, woman sweeping, woman climbing ladder, men boxing and wrestling, child crawling, man lifting weight, man jumping, and 155 other types of action, some of which are illustrated by as many as 62 different photographs. Taken at speeds ranging up to 1/6000th of a second, these photographs show bone and muscle positions against ruled backgrounds. Almost all subjects are undraped, and all actions are shown from three angles: front, rear, and three-quarter view. These historic photographs, one of the great monuments of 19th century photography, are reproduced original size, with all the clarity and detail of the originals. As a complete thesaurus of human action, it has never been superseded. Muybridge was a genius of photography, who had unlimited financial, technical, and scientific backing at the University of Pennsylvania. This volume presents the final selection from more than 100,000 negatives made at an expenditure of more than $50,000. It has never been superseded as a sourcebook for artists, students, animators, and art directors. "An unparalleled dictionary of action for all artists, photographers."--American Artist."Impressive and valuable collection."--Scientific American.

Inspired by Lovecraftian fantasy, classic horror movies and ancient myths, this incredible collection of more than 120 terrifying images will transport you to uncharted plains of existence. Inside you will find otherworldly horrors, spliced creatures, satanic rituals, reanimated corpses, killer clowns, axe murderers and more. The original, specially created artwork is illustrated by Juan and Santiago Calle and appears on single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through.So make a selection of pens or pencils in suitably gruesome colours and have a great time making these images as horrifying as possible.

I smell snow! Knit your way through Stars Hollow with these easy-to-follow patterns that celebrate the characters, friendships, and knits seen on Gilmore Girls! From hats to scarves to décor, bring the warmth of Luke's Diner, Sookie's kitchen, and Lorelai's inn into your closet and home. Life's short, so knit fast!

Contemporary Illumination gives detailed instruction for artists wishing to add gold leaf to their work. It explains the techniques used in medieval manuscripts but shows how these same techniques can be used to stunning effect to enhance lettering and paintings in contemporary styles. Alongside step-by-step instruction, it also gives practical advice on how to fix common problems. For both the novice and the more experienced, this handsome book unlocks illuminated secrets from the fifteenth century and shows how they can be applied just as beautifully to art of today. With fully illustrated step-by-step instructions for gilding and painting using readily available off-the-shelf products. For those with more experience, there are detailed instructions on the making and use of both manuscript gesso and shell gold, with examples of how they might be used both to enhance a calligraphic text as well as a painting or drawing. There are also suggestions of how to paint on gold, and how to combine flat and raised gilding in new and innovative ways. This book is a visual treat and an invaluable guide for everyone who wants to appreciate the art of illumination and to learn how to use traditional techniques in contemporary applications.

Discover new realms as you colour fantasy creatures and magical scenes that transport you to the land of dreams.

"Dive into the rich tradition of Irish crochet lace and motifs with this captivating guide. Discover the intricate beauty and timeless elegance of Irish crochet techniques, from delicate lace patterns to charming motifs inspired by Celtic heritage. With step-by-step instructions and stunning visuals, this book empowers both beginners and seasoned crocheters to create exquisite pieces that capture the essence of Ireland's cultural heritage. Unleash your creativity and embark on a journey through the artistry of Irish crochet lace and motifs today!

Be inspired by the plants around you and discover their unique colours. This book is a practical guide to eco-printing and natural dyeing on cotton and other plant based fibres. With a focus on natural materials and simple methods, it is easy to get started or to deepen your existing dyeing practice.Learn how to:¿ choose fabric and prepare it with soy milk binder¿ choose and gather dyestuff ¿ make dye baths from leaves, flowers and bark ¿ produce even and patterned dye effects ¿ create clear and detailed eco-prints¿ and combine the techniques to create unique garments with leaf prints and sections of solid dye LOUISE UPSHALL is an artist and dyer with a special interest in eco-printing on cotton. Under the label Gumnut Magic, she writes, teaches and sells a range of naturally dyed clothing and fabric.

I smell snow! Knit your way through Stars Hollow with these easy-to-follow patterns that celebrate the characters, friendships, and knits seen on Gilmore Girls! From hats to scarves to décor, bring the warmth of Luke’s Diner, Sookie’s kitchen, and Lorelai’s inn into your closet and home. Life’s short, so knit fast!Never forget one of Lorelai’s iconic scarves, get fancy with Richard’s Friday Night Dinner Bowtie, and carry around your drum sticks in the adorable drum stick bag inspired by Lane Kim and her band, Hep-Alien! Inspired by the beloved and always quirky characters of Stars Hollow, these easy-to-follow patterns feature a mix of fun and vibrant knits in stunning full-color photography celebrating the on-screen relationships and friendships between Lorelai, Rory, Emily, Sookie, Lane, Paris, Luke, and many others from this classic series. Bring Stars Hollow to life with the help of your knitting needles, and create clothing, home décor, holiday decorations, and more that will transport you to the Dragonfly Inn, Luke's Diner, and beyond! MORE THAN 25 PATTERNS: Dozens of patterns for Stars Hollow favorites from Rory’s Debutante Tunic to Lorelai’s Stranded Colorwork Hat. FILLED WITH PHOTOS: Includes gorgeous full-color photos of patterns to help ensure knitting success, as well as celebrate beloved moments from the series. THE FIRST OFFICIAL GILMORE GIRLS KNITTING BOOK: The only knitting book with official patterns inspired by Gilmore Girls. BEST-SELLING AUTHOR: Tanis Gray, the author of Star Wars: Knitting the Galaxy and international bestseller Harry Potter: Knitting Magic returns to bring knitters everywhere into Stars Hollow with fun and accessible patterns.

We're declaring this year to be a very merry amigurumi Christmas! From cute gifts for friends and family, or just fun projects to hook up during the holidays, there's loads of fantastic Christmas amigurumi patterns out there! We've rounded up our favourite Christmas amigurumi patterns for you to try, including plenty of free amigurumi Christmas patterns and a few paid ones for if you fancy making something really special! Let's crochet with this book now!

A brand new colouring collection from number 1 bestselling illustrator Millie Marotta, exploring wildlife conversation - a subject very close to her heart.This gorgeous book features 90 amazing animals from around the world to colour, with a focus on endangered and vulnerable species. Containing a rich mix of wildlife from the much-loved snow leopard to the the adorable axolotl, from the vibrant ladybird spider to Attenborough's long-beaked echidna, it's a celebration of creatures that are currently at risk but that humanity is making efforts to save.Use your pencils or pens to bring colourful life to a wealth of wonderful animals, all rendered in Millie's beautifully intricate style, including:¿ Big beasts like the Javan rhino, the wild camel and the elusive mountain gorilla.¿ Treasures of the sea: the humphead wrasse, the mini blue bee shrimp and the majestic blue whale.¿ The insects that pollinate our world: many different bumblebee species, the monarch butterfly.¿ 'Lazarus species', thought to be extinct but now discovered in the world, such as the coelacanth and the New Caledonian crested gecko, and a few long-extinct and near-mythological animals - the woolly mammoth and the sabre-toothed tiger.Printed on high-quality paper with minimal show-through, suitable for all sorts of colouring media, this is a glorious treasury of the animals we don't want to lose.

With animal and nature-inspired themes, these sweater designs share your love of all things wild. Designs feature yokes of dog faces and pawprints, foxes, bears, whales, and other patterns. Kitulo, a "choose your own adventure" sweater, can be endlessly customized with myriad mix-and-match charts. Sizes range from 2XS to 4XL and are unisex.

Catherine Carton brings us from room to room, showing how we can infuse our homes with personality and style. With something for every space, budget and skill level, she encourages us to have fun, make mistakes, and put our own unique stamp on each project.

Learn how to craft a blossoming garden of vibrant crepe paper flowers with 30+ detailed tutorials from master artist Quynh NguyenDelve into the enchanting art of lifelike floral design with The New Art of Paper Flowers. Whether you're a novice looking to discover a gratifying new hobby or a seasoned crafter seeking inspiration, this all-inclusive handbook will equip you to cultivate lush, long-lasting blooms using colorful crepe paper.What You'll Find Inside:More than 30 detailed flower tutorials with step-by-step instructions and photos: roses, dahlias, peonies, and moreComplete materials and tools listUnique ways to use your floral creations, from bouquets and home decor to wearable flowers and sculptural artGuidance for flower artists of any skill level that ranges from beginner-friendly techniques to tips that take your craft to the next levelJourney through every stage of the artistic process—from choosing materials to mastering the intricate techniques that breathe life into your arrangements. With Nguyen's detailed guidance and striking photography, let your creativity flourish as you bring more handmade beauty into your life and home.

Drawing Basics and Beyond provides the tools, techniques, and inspiration artists need to improve their sketchbook practice and use the information they gather to create imaginative artwork.

Landscapesin Watercolour breaksdown ten progressively more challenging paintings into easy-to-achieve steps for theabsolute beginner. A variety of landscape paintings, from a midwinter farm and a sunny woodland to acoastal waterfront and boats in an estuary are featured. Each watercolor isbroken down into four or five steps, showing the reader how simple it can be toachieve stunning results as they build up their painting from the backgroundcolor and add the finishing details. The reader will learn how to simplify thescene in front of them, allowing them to recreate the essence of the landscapefor the viewer without slaving over an easel for hours. Interspersed with thetutorials are special masterclasses covering trees, skies and reflections. Readers will benefit from the section on choosing tools andmaterials, and introductory topics on color theory, composition andperspective, as well as the essential basic drawing and painting techniques.

Alt du trenger å vite om strikkingEn bibel til alle strikkere, uansett nivå!Strikkeboken inneholder ingen oppskrifter, men den lærer deg derimot å strikke. Du får alt som er verdt å vite om strikking – fra ulike garn- og pinnetyper til enkle og mer avanserte teknikker. Rett og vrang, mønsterstrikk, felling, magisk sirkel, patentstrikk, usynlig festing, tofarget strikk, vask, vedlikehold og you name it – Strikkeboken lærer deg det!Bak boken står danske Kimmie Munkholm, som de fleste strikkere allerede har stiftet bekjentskap med. Munkholm er kjent for sine populære og brukervennlige videoer på YouTube, hvor hun forklarer forskjellige strikketeknikker. Videoene følges av over 50.000 abonnenter.Der videoene viser selve teknikken, får du i boken vite hvorfor du bruker teknikken, og hva den gjør og kan. Det gir en større forståelse for arbeidet og en bedre mulighet for å kunne erstatte en metode med en annen.Strikkeboken er gjennomført lekker og rikt illustrert med inspirerende trinn-for-trinn-bilder. Er du fortsatt i tvil, er det også QR-koder som leder deg direkte til Munkholms instruktive og enkle videoer.Strikkeboken er en lettfattelig introduksjon til alt som har med strikking å gjøre, for både nybegynnere og mer erfarne strikkere som ønsker å bli enda bedre eller lære enda mer.Du trenger ingen annen strikkebok enn denne!Strikkebibelen alle strikkere må ha! En lettfattelig introduksjon til alt som har med strikking å gjøre, proppfull av bilder som forklarer og QR-koder med videoer.Alt du behøver å vite om strikketeknikker, utstyr, garn, strikkefasthet, størrelser, mønster, broderi, vask og vedlikehold. Du trenger ingen annen bok enn denne!Kimmie Munkholm er kjent for sine populære og enkle strikkevideoer på YouTube. Kanalen hennes har mer enn 300 strikkevideoer og over 50.000 abonnenter. 78.000 følger henne på Instagram.]]>

How do you make a paper hat in hurry? What are the six main origami bases? Can you trisect an angle just by folding paper? What is the difference between origami and kirigami? In this dense little pocket book, top paper folder Tung Ken Lam tells the story of origami, from its historic origins to its use in mathematics, medicine and the kitchen. Whether you are trying to make a whale, a frog or a waterbomb, this is the essential pocket guide.

Discover how the simplest of running stitches forms a myriad of patterns. Build your shibori skills with the introduction of more complex techniques. Blend stitches and combine techniques to create ambitious and inspiring compositions

"Discover the captivating world of sashiko embroidery! Sashiko's geometric designs have made this established Japanese art form popular worldwide. In this eye-catching volume, embroidery artist Sashikonami shares a wealth of simple yet effective patterns that can be used to embellish projects of all kinds. Colourful Sashiko includes creative uses of coloured thread and fabric, along with traditional blue-and-white sashiko motifs. Inside you'll find 49 designs, featuring single-stitch and more complex motifs, and 67 different sashiko patterns. Whether you're new to embroidery or an experienced stitcher, this book will inspire you to add a vibrant sashiko touch to everything from clothing to home dâecor."--

Cyanotype Workshop is a practical hands-on guide that teaches readers how to make stunning and unique prints using a low-cost and easy camera-less technique.