Prepare to experience a brand new thought process on the drawing of life and the expression of energy. This important concept is also the least talked about subject in figure drawing classes today. Artist Michael Mattesi is your guide on an exciting and provocative journey through multiple methods of thinking using easy to understand critiques of dynamic drawings. Learn to approach drawing through Michael's groundbreaking theory about force and its relationship to: Rhythm, Form,Shape,Clothing, Reportage, Animals
This book brings black-and-white photography into the digital age. Digital cameras may capture color images, but many photographers still love the rich tradition and unique graphic qualities of black and white, and sense there must be more to digital monochrome than simply throwing away the color in Photoshop. While many books cater for both ambitious newcomers and advanced darkroom enthusiasts, black and white is too often treated as an afterthought. It's relegated to a few pages of outmoded techniques, never explaining the special character of the black-and-white image
Chip carving — a style of woodcarving in which knives are used to remove selected "chips" of wood from the project in a single piece—is introduced in this guide. Noted chip carver and teacher Dennis Moor presents the tools and techniques needed to replicate this ancient woodcarving art with detailed guidance on wood, tools, and sharpening, and tips on how to hold chip carving knives. Instructions on the three main types of chip carving, layout and design, and on getting the pattern onto the wood, lettering, and finishing are included.
This book is the most lavish and the most complete, ever published on the subject of that most versatile of all foods-rice. Filled with 284 of the world's best recipes, This book is literally a rice lover-s dream come true.This book offers rice lovers 284 ways in which to enjoy their favorite food. Paella, Rice Pudding, Fried Rice, Pilaf, Souffle and every other decadent rice dish imaginable-plus some unusual ones-are all featured in easy-to-read recipes.- And even easier to find with a great index and alphabetical table of contents.
