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North Light Books
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
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"The quick-start guide to great results! Oil painting doesn't have to be rocket science, although some books on the subject make it seem that way. Filled with encouraging, easy-to-follow instruction, Oil Painting for the Absolute Beginner is a no-fear, no-experience-required guide to enjoyable painting and happy results. Focusing on the needs of the first-time painter, this book covers everything from selecting brushes and setting up your palette...
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English
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The fast and easy way to learn to draw
Drawing can enrich your life in extraordinary and unexpected ways. Drawing your everyday experiences can change how you and others see the world, while drawing from your imagination can give rise to fantastic new worlds. And, despite what you may believe, it's something just about anyone can learn to do.
Drawing For Dummies offers you a fun, easy way to learn the drawing basics. Holding fast
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English
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"Anyone who can hold a pencil can learn to draw. In this book, Bert Dodson shares his complete drawing systemfifty-five "keys" that you can use to render any subject with confidence, even if you're a beginner. These keys, along with dozens of practice exercises, will help you draw like an artist in no time. You'll learn how to: *Restore, focus, map, and intensify *Free your hand action, then learn to control it *Convey the illusions of light, depth,...
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English
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Dorothea Brande's Becoming a Writer remains evergreen decades after it was first, written. Brande believed passionately that although people have varying amounts of talent, anyone can write. She also insists that writing can be both, taught and learned. This is Dorothea Brande's legacy to all those who have ever wanted to express their ideas in written form. A sound, practical, inspirational and charming approach to writing, it fulfills on finding...
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English
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"In this groundbreaking book, Nik Sharma, scientist, food blogger, and cookbook author, guides home cooks on an exploration of flavor via 125 recipes. He demonstrates how to convert approachable spices, herbs, and commonplace pantry items into tasty, simple dishes, providing inspiration and knowledge to both home cooks and seasoned chefs"--
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Publisher
North Light Books
Language
English
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"Master artist Roberta Carter Clark shares secrets for infusing portraits with life. Since its original publication, this best-selling book has earned a loyal following among students of portraiture. Back in print by popular demand, How to Paint Living Portraits has been updated to help today's artists discover the joys of this time-honored tradition. Hands-on instruction covers a range of ages and ethnicities, offering a practical approach to creating...
Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (1 video file, 50 min.)
Language
English
Description
Discover the practice of the Alexander Technique, founded by the Australian born actor Frederick Mathias Alexander. This is the only program of its kind examining the movement re-education techniques founded by Alexander which can alleviate or eliminate numerous conditions ranging from back pain to headaches by improving posture and movement. See actual Alexander Technique sessions and understand the philosophy and origins of this technique.
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Publisher
North Light Books
Language
English
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"Claudia Nice shows you how to turn ink and watercolors into the coarse-barked trunk of an oak, or the burnished smoothness of brass, or the verdant velvet of moss. Or any of many other things. She shows you how to use dots, fine lines, brushstrokes, black and white, colora mixture of mediums and techniquesto suggest: *glass *cast iron *adobe and brick *sunrise and sunset *driftwood *leaf textures *basketry *surf and ocean waves *enamelware *rainbows...
Author
Publisher
Scott Wittenburg
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
From fashion to still life to alternative processes, take a journey behind the lens with the host of Photography 101 as he presents what went into each image and what went on behind the scenes. Explore a variety of photographic techniques while learning tips on how to shoot compelling fashion and portrait shots in the studio and on location. Also included is a how-to section with step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of alternative processes...
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Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 online resource (101 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Your World 60D is an eBook user's guide and tutorial for the Canon EOS 60D. Learn to use your 60D quickly and competently to improve your photography and capture better images. Take control of your camera and the photos you create. This guide is for those who wish to get more out of their camera and to go beyond Full Auto and Program modes and shoot in Av mode and Tv mode. It covers basic dSLR camera functions and exposure concepts for those new...
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Pub. Date
2010
Physical Desc
1 online resource (49 p.)
Language
English
Description
"In the wake of his first two fast-selling photography books, award-winning photographer and author Jim Harmer releases "Improve Your Wildlife Photography." This book is targeted to beginning and intermediate wildlife photographers who are interested in increasing the impact and drama in their wildlife photography. The book is written with a casual style that is easily scannable to find quick tips."--
Author
Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
1 online resource (50 p.)
Language
English
Description
"New to digital, new to photography? Confused by digital terms or the basic operations of your new digital SLR? Don't know what metering is, exposure compensation or one end of the aperture range from the other? Well, here's the book for you. Digital Photography Essentials is an intense, introduction to digital technology, the main photographic concepts and picture control. It is designed for anyone who is new to digital from film or new to digital...
Author
Publisher
David Bigwood
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
How the author, the former editor of The Black and White Enthusiast magazine, processes his black and white images from digital colour images and colour transparencies (slides). Illustrated with many screen shots to show how he works.--Provided by publisher.
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Amherst Media, Incorporated
Pub. Date
2005.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (128 pages)
Language
English
Description
"From camera selection to enhanced exposure, everything necessary to capture underwater digital images is available in this handy reference. Photographers will learn how to select, test, and use digital cameras for technically perfect images, adapt traditional photo techniques to underwater conditions, confidently shoot and light underwater images for great exposure, and remedy common problems that plague underwater photographers. Helpful hints on...
Author
Publisher
Duncan Evans
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
In this e-book are 10 projects, varying in complexity and style, covering many aspects of shooting portraits, from the basics to hiring a studio and shooting on location. It starts with a guide to composition and the kind of mistakes that can easily be made, whether they are the fault of the photographer or a characteristic of the focal length of lens being used. If you have never been in a studio then that chapter will be invaluable as it explains...
Author
Publisher
Amherst Media, Incorporated
Pub. Date
2008.
Physical Desc
1 online resource (128 pages)
Language
English
Description
"Avid art photographers will learn how to model their work after legendary black-and-white photographer Ansel Adams in this instructional guide. Adams' methodology, known as the Zone System, takes what the viewer will see-the final print-into consideration at the beginning of the photographic process, rather than focusing strictly on what the photographer sees. Once this concept, called "previsualization," is presented and defined, the book then follows...
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 online resource (87 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Ten Steps to Better dSLR Photography" is a guide to help digital SLR photographers take control of their camera and the images they create. Capturing great images with your dSLR should not be the occasional result of chance and luck. By taking control of your camera, its functions, and its settings you can begin to work with consistency and intention and take the photos you desire. Readers of the author's popular dSLR camera guides such as...
Author
Publisher
David Bigwood
Pub. Date
2014.
Physical Desc
1 online resource.
Language
English
Description
Details the author's learning curve when starting to photograph birds in flight. Illustrated with pictures that complement the text. The details in this e-book are in the author's e-book Starting Nature Photography so if you have that book, do not buy this one.--Provided by publisher.
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Pub. Date
2012
Physical Desc
1 online resource (129 p.)
Language
English
Description
"Canon T2i Experience - The Still Photographer's Guide to Operation and Image Creation is an eBook user's guide and tutorial for the Canon Rebel T2i / EOS 550D. Learn to use your T2i quickly and competently to improve your photography and capture better images. Take control of your camera and the photos you create. As one reader said: "I don't know how I could fully take advantage of all the features the T2i has to offer without this publication!...
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