Welcome to My Studio

Welcome to My Studio
Author: Helen Van Wyk
Publisher: North Light Books
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994-02
Genre: Art-Oil Painting
ISBN: 9780891345824

What she's done for years on television, Helen Van Wyk does in her book. She invites artists into her studio to acquaint them with the principles of painting. Van Wyk's instruction is as clear as her art is beautiful. Truly a colorful, practical, fruitful "visit" for an oil painter. 146 color and 90 b&w illustrations.

Welcome to My Studio

Welcome to My Studio
Author: Helen Van Wyk
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2003-02
Genre: Painting
ISBN: 9780929552224

Using paintings and sketches created over the years of her life as an artist, Van Wyk provides all the instruction and examples oil painters need to understand the effect of background on color; the seven components of pictorial expression; how to paint glass, eyes and expressions; and so much more.

Inside the Painter's Studio

Inside the Painter's Studio
Author: Joe Fig
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2012-06-19
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1616891173

Inside an art gallery, it is easy to forget that the paintings there are the end products of a process involving not only creative inspiration, but also plenty of physical and logistical details. It is these "cruder," more mundane aspects of a painter's daily routine that motivated Brooklyn artist Joe Fig to embark almost ten years ago on a highly unorthodox, multilayered exploration of the working life of the professional artist. Determined to ground his research in the physical world, Fig began constructing a series of diorama-like miniature reproductions of the studios of modern art's most legendary painters, such as Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning. A desire for firsthand references led Fig to approach contemporary artists for access to their studios. Armed with a camera and a self-made "Artist's Questionnaire," Fig began a journey through the workspaces of some of today's most exciting contemporary artists.

Made by James

Made by James
Author: James Martin
Publisher:
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2022-01-25
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0760371490

In Made by James, top graphic designer James Martin shares techniques, information, and ideas to help you become a better logo designer.

The Greatest Adventure

The Greatest Adventure
Author: Tony Piedra
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338290495

Where does true adventure come from? A young Latino boy and his grandfather find the true answer together. Eliot imagines sailing wild rivers and discovering giant beasts, right there on his block! But he wishes his adventures were real. Eliot's grandpa, El Capitan, once steered his own ship through dangerous seas, to far-off lands. But he can't do that anymore. Can Eliot and El Capitan discover a real adventure... together? Come find out! All aboard The Greatest Adventure!

House Arrest

House Arrest
Author: K. A. Holt
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2015-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452140847

“Moving . . . Readers will nod their heads in sympathy with this guy who breaks the rules for all of the right reasons.” —The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books A Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year Indiana Too Good to Miss State Reading List 2018 Timothy is on probation. It’s a strange word—something that happens to other kids, to delinquents, not to kids like him. And yet, he is under house arrest for the next year. He must check in weekly with a probation officer and a therapist, and keep a journal for an entire year. And mostly, he has to stay out of trouble. But when he must take drastic measures to help his struggling family, staying out of trouble proves more difficult than Timothy ever thought it would be. By turns touching and funny, and always original, House Arrest is a middle grade novel in verse about one boy’s path to redemption as he navigates life with a sick brother, a grieving mother, and one tough probation officer. “This gripping novel in verse evokes a wide variety of emotional responses, as it is serious and funny, thrilling and touching, sweet and snarky.” —School Library Journal “Touches of humor lighten the mood, and Holt’s firsthand knowledge of the subject adds depth to this poignant drama without overwhelming it.” —Publishers Weekly “Readers . . . will appreciate Holt’s lessons of compassion and family above all.” —Booklist “House Arrest will hit home with young boys and girls, especially if they have ever dealt with an ill relative. The story is touching, warm, and impressive.” —Kid Lit Reviews

Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour

Billy Showell's Botanical Painting in Watercolour
Author: Billy Showell
Publisher: Search Press Limited
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2016-03-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1781265186

Billy Showell is a well-respected botanical watercolour artist, and her exceptional eye for detail and ability to re-create the form, texture, colour and patterning of a wide range of plants have earned her a formidable reputation worldwide. Her compositions are given a contemporary, sometimes playful twist, while retaining all the beauty and accuracy of traditional botanical paintings. In this inspiring and indispensable guide for botanical artists, she reveals the materials, methods and techniques she uses to attain her stunningly beautiful portraits of flowers, fruit and vegetables. There is expert guidance on tools and materials, working from life, observation, and drawing and painting techniques, as well as detailed sections on pattern, texture, and colour and colour mixing. With numerous step-by-step studies, close-up photographs and examples of Billy's exquisite paintings, this book is not only packed full of invaluable advice and information but also a visually stunning showcase for the work of this amazing artist.

The Human Centered Brand

The Human Centered Brand
Author: Nela Dunato
Publisher:
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2018-10-04
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9789534817117

Promote your business with clarity, ease, and authenticity. The Human Centered Brand is a practical branding guide for service based businesses and creatives, that helps you grow meaningful relationships with your clients and your audience. If you're a writer, marketing consultant, creative agency owner, lawyer, illustrator, designer, developer, psychotherapist, personal trainer, dentist, painter, musician, bookkeeper, or other type of service business owner, the methods described in this book will assist you in expressing yourself naturally and creating a resonant, remarkable, and sustainable brand. Read this book to learn: Why conventional branding approaches don't work for service based businesses. How to identify your core values and use them in your business and marketing decisions. Different ways you can make your business unique among all the competition. How to express yourself verbally through your website, emails, articles, videos, talks, podcasts... What makes your "ideal clients" truly ideal, and how to connect with real people who appreciate you as you are. How to craft an effective tagline. What are the most important elements of a visual brand identity, and how to use them to design your own brand. How to craft an exceptional client experience and impress your clients with your professionalism. How your brand relates to your business model, pricing, company culture, fashion style, and social impact. Whether you're a complete beginner or have lots of experience with marketing and design, you'll get new insights about your own brand, and fresh ideas you'll want to implement right away. The companion workbook, checklists, templates, and other bonuses ensure that you not only learn new information, but create a custom brand strategy on your own. Learn more at humancenteredbrand.com

Star Wars Epic Yarns: Return of the Jedi

Star Wars Epic Yarns: Return of the Jedi
Author: Jack Wang
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 27
Release: 2015-04-14
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452147051

Jedi apprentices and little princesses will delight in this (heart)felt retelling of the Star Wars saga. And so will Star Wars fans of any age! The series launches with the original trilogy, and every word counts in these small but perfectly formed yarns. That's because each volume features 12 iconic scenes, handcrafted in felt and pithily summarized in just a single word. The attention to detail is eye-opening; the proportions are just-right for small hands; the fun is guaranteed. In Return of the Jedi, The monster Jabba is encountered, C-3PO conducts story time, and there is a happy ending. © and TM Lucasfilm Ltd. Used Under Authorization

Botanical Mandalas

Botanical Mandalas
Author: Louise Gale
Publisher:
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2018-05-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781527222328

Reconnect to Mother Earth and recharge your creativity by combining the healing energy of nature with the meditative process of drawing and painting mandalas. Explore Botanical Mandalas and watch your artistic expression flourish! Full of inspiration for reconnecting with natures beauty to inspire you to create expressive mandala artworks. Includes drawing, painting and mixed-media projects to find endless inspiration for your own botanical mandala journey.