Plant and Floral Studies for Artists and Craftspeople

Plant and Floral Studies for Artists and Craftspeople
Author: W. G. Paulson Townsend
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2012-07-16
Genre: Art
ISBN: 048614867X

Remarkably broad in its applications, this helpful reference covers a wide variety of plants. More than 100 precise drawings of flowers, leaves, buds, and growth patterns are provided for such plants as the anemone, arbutus, broad bean, bell-flower, briar rose, campanula, canterbury bell, dahlia, and lily; a detailed narrative provides descriptions of physical features and general botanical information for each plant. Invaluable for making stencils, needlework canvases, and other floral design projects, this thoroughly illustrated, comprehensive guide will be a boon to amateur and professional artists, art students, and crafters.

Treasury of Flower Designs for Artists, Embroiderers and Craftsmen

Treasury of Flower Designs for Artists, Embroiderers and Craftsmen
Author: Susan Gaber
Publisher: Dover Publications
Total Pages: 88
Release: 1981-02-01
Genre: Design
ISBN:

Susan Gaber's garden is a black-and-white Eden of lush flower design — 100 graceful, botanically accurate garden flowers rendered for artists and anyone who admires or needs floral designs and motifs: needleworkers, craftsmen of all sorts, designers. All the drawings may be used royalty-free. Ms. Gaber has drawn these flowers with sinuously weaving leaves and stems, flowing and swaying as in a breeze on the page, in compositions suitable for design purposes: some of the flowers appear several times, and many of the drawings form frames, repeating borders, and motifs. The flowers, many full-page, include African Violet, Begonia, Orchid Cactus, Columbine, Daffodil, Dogwood, Iris, Peony, Snapdragon, Tobacco, and much more.

Treasury of Flower Designs for Artists, Embroiderers and Craftsmen

Treasury of Flower Designs for Artists, Embroiderers and Craftsmen
Author: Susan Gaber
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2012-09-20
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0486131378

A hundred garden favorites rendered in black-and-white line illustrations will suggest numerous design and artistic uses. Amaryllis, anemone, begonia, cinquefoil, peony, snapdragon flow and weave, many forming borders and frames.

Decorative Plant and Flower Studies for Artists and Craftsmen

Decorative Plant and Flower Studies for Artists and Craftsmen
Author: J. Foord
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2013-04-10
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0486155390

88 royalty-free drawings of 40 plants and flowers — Daffodil, Apple and other more or less familiar species — distinguished by their grace, impeccable draftsmanship, and botanical accuracy. Extensive texts include botanical history, peculiar characteristics, folklore, poetic renderings, and more. An artist's sourcebook imbued with the spirit of poetry!

Floral Designs and Motifs for Artists, Needleworkers and Craftspeople

Floral Designs and Motifs for Artists, Needleworkers and Craftspeople
Author: Charlene Tarbox
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 81
Release: 2012-09-11
Genre: Design
ISBN: 0486138453

Versatile collection of 136 floral designs for royalty-free use. Ready-to-use illustrations include the Aztec lily, African violet, holly, dogwood, magnolia, evening primrose, wild calla, and many other flowers and plants.

A Treasury of Bookplates from the Renaissance to the Present

A Treasury of Bookplates from the Renaissance to the Present
Author: Fridolf Johnson
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 164
Release: 1977-01-01
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780486234854

Collection of 761 miniature works of art representing 500 years of the bookplate from the first known example -- ca. 1450 -- to a wide range of fascinating 20th-century designs. Introduction.

The Costume Designer's Handbook

The Costume Designer's Handbook
Author: Rosemary Ingham
Publisher: Waveland Press
Total Pages: 302
Release: 2024-03-27
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 1478652802

The Costume Designer's Handbook is the definitive guide for both aspiring and seasoned costume designers, blending the art and business of theatrical costume design since its inception in 1983. Rosemary Ingham and Liz Covey offer deep insights into play analysis, historical research, collaboration techniques, drafting, and setting up an effective workspace. The book addresses the practicalities of the industry, including job market navigation, freelancing, contracts, and taxes. With over 150 illustrations, an 8-page color insert, and a comprehensive reference section for resources, this handbook encapsulates the essence of costume design, making it an indispensable resource for professionals in the field.

1000 Patterns

1000 Patterns
Author: Drusilla Cole
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 788
Release: 2003
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780811839792

"Arranged by period and style, you can see at a glance patterns used from ancient to contemporary times. A handy pattern finder up front makes it easy to locate and cross-reference any motif or design in the book. Whether you have a long-standing interest in art and ornamentation or a newfound curiosity, you'll find 1000 Patterns an intriguing reference and fascinating history."--BOOK JACKET.