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“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains un-awakened.” − Anatole France The quote says it all for me. I photograph dogs because they create joy in my life. Whether I’m shooting, designing a montage or painting canvas for a custom mat, I can always find something to smile about. Dogs define what it means to live in the moment. I strive to be more like the dogs I meet: connected, fun, spontaneous, and passionate. My goal is to portray what is special about every animal I ph... read more

Providing a blueprint for mastering the mechanics of creativity[registered], this insightful resource explains in detail how to acquire and cultivate the necessary skills to obtain peak performances on stage and in life. Calling upon decades of experience from having worked on both sides of the camera, this study provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse of a child-actor's life in Hollywood during the Golden Age of motion pictures while chronicling the development of two ground-breaking workshops for teaching dramatic art. A brief but c... read more

The 50 best international glass artists are represented in this stunning, colorful tome that acts as a personal gallery for perusal and admiration. The different possibilities of glass as a material are widely shown— demonstrating the varieties of work that can be done in glass, depending upon intended function and artists' creativity. The selections also offer readers an understanding of the intriguing effects of light on glass.

Whether new to the business or a seasoned professional, this handbook provides actors with a personal, active approach to discovering and developing their talent. Beginning with appetisers and ending with desserts, actors learn how to prepare a character in the same way that a master chef chooses the most complementary dishes for a feast. From typecasting to reinventing a character's story, actors discover the key ingredients that will enable them to use their own unique qualities and emotions to develop strong, believable characte... read more

Whether a novice curious about the cartoon production process, a visual arts student who has not yet experienced that big break, or a seasoned professional looking for valuable insight, Animation Development is the go-to guide for creating the perfect pitch. David Levy has been through every aspect of the pitching process--preparation, hope, rejection, success--and now he wraps up his valuable experience to deliver this comprehensive guide on the industry and process. Animation Development will help readers discover how to tap into... read more

- Architecture a aficionados will enjoy navigating the book as they hunt for buildings that epitomize great design and styles that capture their imagination.- Notable buildings and architecture styles are discussed in great detail and are accompanied by beautiful photographs.- Includes a helpful illustrated glossary of architectural terms and detailed specs for each building.- Whether you have a soft spot for the Victorian era's whimsy, or appreciate the simplicity of Bauhaus design, this handbook will be an essential part of your ... read more

Artists looking to supplement a live model class or hone their skills from the comfort of home are provided with a solid pictorial guide to the human form in this detailed reference. Nearly 200 crisp photographs portray a diverse group of male and female models from a variety of angles in 52 classically inspired poses. Precise lighting reveals otherwise hidden areas of the models and illustrates rich shadowing and tone, while an anatomical study, inspired by da Vinci's Vitruvian Man, presents detailed proportional references for ea... read more

While no book can replace a live model, this photographic guide to the human form provides a diverse selection of figures for those who do not have access to live models. Posed in a variety of classical and modern modes, the models are set in a clear, clean environment that is void of distractions and enhances the figure. All of the high-resolution photographs were painstakingly edited and adjusted to yield all the nuances of the figures. The companion disc contains 24 photographs per pose that, in totality, comprises a full 360 de... read more

While no book can replace a live model, this photographic guide to the human form provides an array of figures for those who do not have access to live models. The latest in the series, this guide features two new models and an entirely new collection of photographs. Posed in a variety of classical and modern positions, the models appear in a clear, clean environment that is void of distractions and enhances the figure. All of the high-resolution photographs were painstakingly edited and adjusted to yield all the nuances of the fig... read more

Whether for work on a finished piece, trying a new technique, or getting in some practice time, this figure study enables artists to work when and where they want with their choice of model, pose, and view. It features 12 male and female art models.

Whether trying a new technique, getting in some practice time, or working on a finished piece, this figure study enables artists to create their choice of model, pose, and view whenever and wherever they’d like. The latest addition to the series will help artists become proficient in incorporating chiaroscuro or light and dark lighting—a technique used by the great masters to produce drama and depth in their paintings—to define the human form. The book incorporates a new layout featuring two primary views per ... read more

Artists can easily access the human form outside of the studio with this solid pictorial reference. More than 500 crisp photographs portray a diverse set of models in 100 poses - ranging from the classical to the everyday - and show the positions from a variety of angles, including overhead. Exquisitely detailed photos of particular body parts and precise lighting reveal otherwise hidden areas of the models while providing rich shadowing and tone. The inspiring photographs in this collection are ideal for both students and more adv... read more

"As close as possible to what you would see, if you were observing the models directly with your own eyes." --Butch Krieger, from the foreword

From the Author: You can only view so many wonderful amazing pictures on the web before you start becoming inspired to make your own. I started doing photography for local theater companies and learned all the skills needed to get great pictures. With my new found knowledge and excitement at what I was doing, I got the equipment for a portable studio and started asking people to be my models.  It's exciting, nerve wracking, frustrating and wonderful to run your own shoot! I think even a wonderful model on a plain backgroun... read more

Bondi Style is a snapshot of life beyond the tourist cliches of Australia's most famous suburb, exposing a highly integrated creative community. It features a collection of interviews with well-known local designers, media, restaurateurs, retailers, music artists, and other local notables. It presents their views on what makes Bondi such an alluring, eclectic, and fashionable place and provides a glimpse into their personal and working lives. A component of street fashion reportage is interspersed, capturing quirky, stylish people ... read more

They say Bondi is more village than suburb; a magnet for the city's cool kids with its own urban uniform. This handbag-sized book mixes interviews with resident style icons inlcuding Ksubi's Dan Single, eyewear king Graz Mulcahy and Bazaar's own Fashion Editor Christine Centenera - with streetscape photos of impossibly cool locals. We love. -Harper's Bazaar Australia Bondi is a teeming hive of Sydney's most fearlessly stylish and cool. Photographer Christopher Morris captures locals like designers Kym Ellery, Fernando Frisoni and Dan Single (Ksubi), and accompanying interviews investiga..read more

Tapping into the pop enthusiasm that has made "Antiques Roadshow", a television hit, this informative manual focuses on the top 50 designers of British furniture and is written for those who wish to know more but don't know where to begin. Major illustrations introduce each designer, followed by images of the work with captions on distinctive techniques, important comparisons, and useful tips on other furniture. The book also provides maps and timelines to help plan a journey through four centuries of the world's finest furniture a... read more

The text is in English, French and Italian. A stunning photographic journey that unveils the changing face of Buddhism throughout the ages. Each photograph that composes this remarkable work of art, is accompanied by a profound thought, translated in three languages (English, French, Italian). Through his superb images and his renowned penmanship, Simhananda leads us on an unedited discovery of the universe of the Buddha. This is an award-winning finalist in the Eastern Religion category of the National Best Books 2008 Awards, spon... read more

"Photographer's Mission of Calm: A compelling new book on photography by a reclusive Buddhist, an author and photographer known as just Simhananda, explores images of Buddha around the world and throughout time. The author traveled the globe and searched for The Buddha, whose image and likeness is found throughout the world in thousands of statues and paintings. No matter what your religious or spiritual views are, knowledge of Buddhism can help to elevate the mind to a state of healing and comfort. ...with messages of love, peace and enlightenment, the p..read more

The stories of Christmas are told through vintage postcards featuring Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, and Father Christmas. More than 150 colorful illustrations grace the pages of this book, recounting the celebrated holiday from traditional festivities in England to the influence Germans had on the holiday in a young America. The collection of artwork creates a seamless journey from country to country, offering timeless masterpieces that provide glimpses into the history of Christmas. In this continuation of her previous book by Pelica... read more

Creation: A Celebration is an exquisite work of art in needlework, painting and calligraphy, reproduced in all its vibrancy in this delightful book. From Reviews: ‘If there was an award for the most beautiful book of the year, Peasedown St John artist Sue Symons would stand a very good chance of winning it. Sue might also win an award for the most beautiful art show of the year too... [for these] beautifully and intricately worked panels’ Bath Chronicle‘Artist Sue Symons spent two whole years bring... read more

This title is filled with practical and insightful expert advice on how to increase productivity through creativity and innovation. Packed with intriguing and insightful case studies and practical advice, "Design Thinking" is a comprehensive guide to increasing productivity through cultivating creativity. Divided into three sections that focus on the use of design for innovation and brand-building, the emerging role of service design, and the design of meaningful customer experiences, this book provides readers with the strategies ... read more

This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the rural farming community. It tells how the small farmer has gone back to the land creating sustainable and natural solutions for raising livestock, organic vegetables and fruits and milking dairy cows. This book is embellished through the richly colored paintings depicting the land and the people who love to live there.