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The Photographer's Handbook: Be Your Best Photographer (Photographer's Field Guide Ser.)
By Michael Freeman. 2017
Know the equipment, refine your technique and express your style. Combining straightforward guidance with artistic insight, this comprehensive handbook is…
an essential piece of kit for photographers of every style and experience level. Michael Freeman shows you how to: · Make the most of the gear you have · Master the classic styles & subjects · Compose shots with skill and confidence · Share your work in a meaningful way It's everything you need to be a successful photographer.A Source Book in Theatrical History
By A. M. Nagler. 1952
A rich resource for students of theater and theater historians, this volume features an annotated collection of more than 300…
unusually interesting and detailed articles. Passages by contemporary observers from ancient Greece to modern times include notes on acting, directing, make-up, costuming, stage props, machinery, scene design, and much more.With these tutorials you'll go from sketching the basic outline of your furry friend, through understanding how to approach daunting…
subjects like fur and anatomy, to adding the details that make each breed and individual dog unique. One step at a time youll see your drawing skills improve, and by the end of the book youll be achieving incredible likenesses in just 15 minutesThis book is ideal for anyone with an interest in the visual character of the cities and buildings that frame…
our lives. Expert art tutor and writer Matthew Brehm helps you capture the life of the places where you work and spend your free time, and the places you visit in your travels. The skills and strategies presented here will help you make a visual record of the urban places you experience, and help you learn about these places in the process. Draw Buildings and Cities in 15 Minutes is a perfect addition to the successful Draw in 15 Minutes series. Responding to the popularity of the Urban Sketchers movement, expert artist Matthew Brehm teaches the reader how to capture the city environment speedily and successfully, while also teaching them essential drawing skills along the way.Beautifully illustrated and far-reaching in scope, this guide is destined to be a standard reference for years to come. Alongside…
the work of author Michael Freeman, you'll find the classic photography of renowned black and white photographers such as Ansel Adams, Ian Berry, Bill Brandt, Edward Curtis, Brett Weston and Edward Weston.Freeman covers all aspects of black-and-white digital photography: the fine art tradition as well as the techniques. Learn how to see and expose in black and white, digitally convert colour to monochrome and develop a black and white digital workflow using the latest software.The Wild Dyer: A Guide To Natural Dyes And The Art Of Patchwork And Stitch
By Abigail Booth. 2017
By teaching you the foundations of natural dyeing and guiding you through the simple stitch techniques this book…
will allow you to dip in and out of projects while learning how to forage for and grow your own dye plants In The Wild Dyer Abigail Booth demystifies the magic of natural dyeing and shows how to use the results to stunning effect in 15 exquisite patchwork and stitch projects including a drawstring forager s bag an apron samplers cushions and a reversible patchwork blanket Focusing on how to grow or gather your own dyeing materials - from onion and avocado skins to chamomile and comfrey nettles and acorns - as well as scouring mordanting using fixative and setting up a dye vat Abigail explains how to create effective dyes And once you have them how you can produce beautiful contemporary textiles that can then be used to create projects that build on your skillsElectronics for Artists: Adding Light, Motion, and Sound to Your Artwork
By Simon Quellen Field. 2015
With today's modern technology--LEDs, servomotors, motion sensors, speakers, and more--artwork can incorporate elements of light, sound, and motion for dramatic…
effects. Author and educator Simon Quellen Field has developed a primer for creative individuals looking for new ways to express themselves though electronically enhanced art. Following step-by-step examples of basic circuitry and programming, readers can develop the skills necessary to enhance their works of art. The book also features art projects to try, including a bouquet of glowing flowers, an LED metronome, a talking computer, a sensile robot, and a simple wheeled robot. A variety of artistic works created by Field's students and based on these open-ended lessons are also included to provide creative sparks for the readers. For those interested in programming their circuits, Field explores the basics of Energia, a free software package, and provides simple programs to create flashing light patterns, computer controlled motors, and LCD text displays.Typography: Typography (Pocket Essentials Ser.)
By Graham Davis. 1913
'Typography' opens with an overview of the history of the art, before going on to introduce the key principles and…
techniques of effective typography. A full introduction of the most useful and important fonts completes the book, allowing you to choose the right one every time. With this handy primer, anyone can master the basic principles of type layout and create pages that are easy on the eye and captivate the reader.Capturing Light: The Heart Of Photography
By Michael Freeman. 1990
In almost all photography it's the quality of light that makes or breaks the shot. For professional photographers, chasing the…
light, waiting for it, sometimes helping it, and finally capturing it is a constant preoccupation -- and for some an obsession. Drawing on four decades of doing just this, Michael Freeman takes a simple but practical approach to reacting to, and capturing photography's most important commodity. There are just three sections titled Waiting, Chasing, and Helping: Waiting explains the kinds of lighting that photographers can anticipate and plan for, while Chasing explores the transient, serendipitous light that photographers have to work quickly to exploit. Helping, the final and most technical section, focuses on the skills and techniques for enhancing, reducing, or otherwise controlling light, covering everything from in-the-field shooting choices to technical transformations to post-production.Occupants
By Henry Rollins. 2011
For the past 25 years, Henry Rollins has photographed the most desolate and inhospitable corners of the Earth, and his…
powerful vision has been harnessed in this photographic essay. Though he is known for the raw power of his expression, Rollins has shown that the greatest statements can be made with the simplest of acts: to bear witness; to be present. This collection is an invitation to do the same. The book pairs Rollins' visceral photographs--taken in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Mali, Nepal, North Korea, Northern Ireland, Saudi Arabia, Siberia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam--with writings that provide context and political commentary and thereby magnify the impact of the images. This is a visual testimony of anger, suffering, resilience in the face of tragedy, and the quiet, stronger forces of healing, solidarity, faith, and joy.Scandinavian Stitch Craft: Unique Projects and Patterns for Inspired Embroidery
By Karin Holmberg. 2013
Photo School Street: Street Photography: Essential Aspects Of Street Photography
By Michael Freeman, Natalie Denton. 2013
The excitement and spontaneity of street shooting make it a perennial favorite for budding photographers, establishing it as the ideal…
training ground for honing the skills needed to anticipate and successfully capture dramatic scenes on the fly. With the unique collaborative structure of the 'Photo School' series, readers learn from the professional critiques of Michael Freeman as he works with exciting new talents, and the host of creative exercises featured throughout the book will encourage them to hit the streets with confidence and skill.Arthur Rackham's Book of Pictures
By Arthur Rackham, Arthur Quiller-Couch. 2011
This wonderful survey of the famed artist's early work features 44 color plates in addition to several black-and-white vignettes and…
spot illustrations. Most of the images depict fantastic dwarfs, giants, elves, and fairies as well as naturalistic illustrations far removed from the fairy world. An elegant offering for all Rackham fans, this volume includes many long-unavailable pieces.New York In The Snow
By Vivienne Gucwa. 2017
The iconic city of New York is a bustling, heady metropolis that, thanks to the power of media, everyone in…
the world knows intimately, even if they've never been. But every once in a while it changes completely. At first a few flakes will fall, then more, and more. Hardened New Yorkers rush for warmth and, while they're absent, an amazing, glistening almost deserted winter wonderland momentarily appears.It is these moments that phenomenally popular photo-blogger Vivienne Gucwa lives for. She has been documenting them for more than a decade, rushing out to capture the city in snow. Of all the photos that have made her the celebrated, award-winning success that she is, it is these that are most loved, both online and in print, so we offer them here in a sumptous volume to be enjoyed by anyone who loves New York, whether from afar, as an occasional visitor, or if you've never left the Big Apple.If You're Bored With Your Camera Read This Book (If You're ... Read This Book Ser.)
By Demetrius Fordham. 2017
You know photography, don't you? Nice group pictures, tasteful landscapes, perhaps a filter from an app on your phone. Conventional,…
easy to manage, inoffensive, boring...right?WRONG! In this book you'll find inspiring ideas and genuinely different techniques that you can use to capture anything, from artistic portraits, through to stunning street photography and unusual aboreals. This book will open your eyes, and your lens cap, to new ideas.Topics include:Put Down Your CameraForget the RulesCreative Shooting ExercisesGo Back to BasicsDistraction Pieces
By Scroobius Pip. 2016
Join Scroobius Pip as he gets to the bottom of what matters most in life: whether getting Russell Brand to…
expound on capitalism, Jon Ronson on the perils of social media, Simon Pegg on the power of satire, Killer Mike on race relations in the United States or Howard Marks on drugs and cancer, Pip elicits thought-provoking material by rummaging through the minds of some of the most interesting creatives of our time. Distraction Pieces features both curated highlights from the iTunes-chart-topping podcast - from Akala to Howard Marks via the likes of Adam Buxton, Romesh Ranganathan and Amanda Palmer - and exclusive new content, with chapters on politics, social media, music, comedy and more. Featuring illustrations by tattoo artist mr heggie, this is a must-have for fans of the Distraction Pieces podcast, and a must-read for anyone interested in the creative mind.Creative Portrait Photography: Innovative Digital Portraiture To Reveal The Inner Subject
By Natalie Dybisz. 2012
Edgy, evocative portraits and unique post-processing details make this the most creative, hip portrait book available. It goes beyond the…
technical aspects of lighting and posing (though they are well covered) and reveals how to capture the essence of your subject's true inner self. Acclaimed photographer Natalie Dybisz offers advice on building trust, planning shoots, directing people, and using digital tools such as post-editing and compositing to create great portraits. An extensive showcase chapter presents several artists' works and methods.With their luxurious fur and distinctive markings, you might think that drawing cats is an impossible challenge. Not so! Professional…
art tutor Jake Spicer’s unique guide will have you sketching your favourite feline in next to no time. Easy-to-follow tutorials take you from learning the basic techniques every artist needs to know to capturing the unique qualities that characterise your cat—including anatomy, details and expression. With its friendly approach and beautifully illustrated lessons, this book ensures that anyone who’s ever wanted to draw a cat will soon be able to.Alice Illustrated: 120 Images from the Classic Tales of Lewis Carroll
By Mark Burstein, Jeff A Menges, Barry Moser. 2012
Few books of the past 200 years have captured the imagination of illustrators like Carroll's tale of Wonderland. This original…
compilation features the interpretations of dozens of artists, including Arthur Rackham, Charles Robinson, and original illustrator John Tenniel. Editor Jeff Menges discusses the artists and their work, and noted collector Mark Burstein shares a bibliophile's perspective.Danny Seo is America’s leading lifestyle authority on modern, eco-friendly living. In his last book, Upcycling, Danny demonstrated how to…
create beautiful things with the stuff you already have. Now he returns with 100 more projectsthis time focused specifically on parties and holidays. Whether you’re making dramatic party favors for New Year’s Eve, giving a unique birthday gift, creating paper lanterns for a summer BBQ, or planning the Thanksgiving table, Danny shows how you can transform the ordinary into striking one-of-a-kind objects that will make every occasion a little more festive.