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The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes (3rd Edition)
by Christopher JamesA complete and comprehensive technical and aesthetic resource, exploring and delving into every aspect of alternative photographic process photography. This 3rd Edition is the definitive text for students and professionals studying alternative photographic processes and the art of hand-made photographic image making. The text brings the medium up to date with new and historic processes that are integrated with the latest contemporary innovations, adaptations, techniques, and art work.
The Book of Basic Machines: The U.S. Navy Training Manual
by U. S. NavyHave you ever wondered why levers and pulleys make it easy to lift heavy objects? Or thought about what it is that makes a combustion engine work?The Book of Basic Machines will give you the information you need to understand key concepts, techniques, components, and much more. Designed and prepared by the Naval Education and Training Program Development Center for naval training, and taught widely in technical school across the country, the manual covers the theory and application of many of the most important mechanical ideas. Concepts build effortlessly from one chapter to the next. Clear explanations, illuminating examples, and over 200 skillfully rendered diagrams, cross-sections, and illustrations make it remarkably easy for readers of any level to understand the fascinating inner-workings of basic machines. The Book of Basic Machines is an invaluable resource for mechanical engineering students looking to learn the basics, working engineers wanting to brush up on some theory, or hobbyists who simply want to know how things work. Simply put, this book is required reading for anyone interested in machines. From the basics of simple levers to the principles of the internal combustion engine, The Book of Basic Machines covers every aspect of basic machinery.
The Book of Boro: Techniques and Patterns Inspired by Traditional Japanese Textiles
by Susan BriscoeA collection of boro-inspired projects and techniques which celebrate this traditional Japanese textile and its relevance to the modern sewer and quilter.The word boro comes from the Japanese boroboro meaning something tattered or repaired. It refers to textiles that have been mended or patched together for utilitarian, not decorative, purposes to make the fabric stronger and warmer, and to mend torn and threadbare areas.The techniques section includes a short stitch directory with traditional stitches (running stitch and applique) and contemporary stitches (herringbone stitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch and whipped running stitch). Other techniques include instructions on improvisational patchwork; applique: raw, turned edge and reverse; darning techniques and methods for distressing and ageing fabrics to achieve an authentic boro finish.We also look at how boro is being revived for a new audience using contemporary fabrics including denim, linen and shibori tie dye as well as sashiko and embroidery threads. The techniques section includes a short stitch directory with traditional stitches (running stitch and applique) and contemporary stitches (herringbone stitch, blanket stitch, chain stitch and whipped running stitch). Also included are:Instructions on improvisational patchworkApplique: raw and turned edges and reverseDarning Methods for distressing and ageing your finished boro
The Book of Chalamet: A Chalamazing (Unofficial) Celebration of Timothee
by Pesala BandaraTimothée? Chala... may I?! This book is a celebration of the actor, style-icon and consummate heartthrob we all love!Timothée Chalamet is a global superstar, award-winning actor and leading heartthrob of his generation. With his androgynous good looks and sweet, humble disposition, he is miles away from the macho superheroes who have been dominating Hollywood - and fans across all genders love him for it. He has played challenging roles, from sensitive portrayals of complex characters to artful humour in comedies, and it turns out he can sing and dance too!With tips on how to dream even bigger that TC's hair and ways to find your own authentic self, The Book of Chalamet explores Tim's incredible journey to most-sought-after star in the world. It delves into the lessons we can take from his life, his career, his fashion and his principles, and includes quizzes, facts and A LOT of photos!
The Book of Chalamet: A Chalamazing (Unofficial) Celebration of Timothee
by Pesala BandaraTimothée? Chala... may I?! This book is a celebration of the actor, style-icon and consummate heartthrob we all love!Timothée Chalamet is a global superstar, award-winning actor and leading heartthrob of his generation. With his androgynous good looks and sweet, humble disposition, he is miles away from the macho superheroes who have been dominating Hollywood - and fans across all genders love him for it. He has played challenging roles, from sensitive portrayals of complex characters to artful humour in comedies, and it turns out he can sing and dance too!With tips on how to dream even bigger that TC's hair and ways to find your own authentic self, The Book of Chalamet explores Tim's incredible journey to most-sought-after star in the world. It delves into the lessons we can take from his life, his career, his fashion and his principles, and includes quizzes, facts and A LOT of photos!
The Book of Circles: Visualizing Spheres of Knowledge
by Manuel LimaIn this follow-up to his hugely popular The Book of Trees and Visual Complexity, Manuel Lima takes us on a lively tour through millennia of circular information design. Three hundred detailed and colorful illustrations from around the world cover an encyclopedic array of subjects—architecture, urban planning, fine art, design, fashion, technology, religion, cartography, biology, astronomy, and physics, all based on the circle, the universal symbol of unity, wholeness, infinity, enlightenment, and perfection. Clay tokens used by ancient Sumerians as a system of recording trade are juxtaposed with logos of modern retailers like Target; Venn diagrams are discussed alongside the trefoil biohazard symbol, symbols of the Christian trinity, and the Olympic rings; and a diagram revealing the characteristics of ten thousand porn stars displays structural similarities to early celestial charts placing the earth at the center of the universe. Lima's introduction provides an authoritative history of the circle, and a preface describes his unique taxonomy of the many varieties of circle diagrams, rounding out this visual feast for infographics enthusiasts.
The Book of Diamonds (Dover Jewelry and Metalwork)
by Joan Y. DickinsonPerhaps the most prized of all gems, diamonds have a long and fascinating history. In this engrossing, profusely illustrated volume, that history is covered in detail -- from early discoveries in the Golconda mines of India (probably the site of the first diamonds ever unearthed) and digs in Brazil, to the South African diamond rush and development of major mining companies.Over 200 illustrations include step-by-step photos showing how these valuable stones are mined and the intricacies of cutting and faceting, while reproductions of museum paintings and photographs depict famous individual diamonds as well as outstanding rings, bracelets, brooches, pins, earrings, watches, tiaras, and other traditional and modern diamond pieces. Here also are stories of the most famous and infamous diamonds: the Koh-i-Noor in the Tower of London, the Hope in the Smithsonian Institution, the Regent in the Louvre, the Orloff in the Kremlin, and many other celebrated jewels.More than a dramatically told story of diamonds, this volume will also serve as a practical guide for anyone who owns a diamond or plans to buy one. It explains and illustrates different diamond cuts, the role of carats, and how to buy diamonds -- for sentiment, beauty, show, flawlessness, or investment.Anyone who has ever been captivated by the matchless brilliance of these rare gems will find this book an informative, highly readable addition to their personal library.
The Book of GIMP: A Complete Guide to Nearly Everything
by Karine Delvare Olivier LecarmeGIMP is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop with tons of professional-grade features. But with so many powerful tools and menu options, GIMP can be difficult to master. Whether you're struggling to get started or trying to master some of GIMP's more complex features, you'll find the answers you're looking for in The Book of GIMP.The tutorials in the first half of the book walk you through essential GIMP skills, like resizing and cropping images, touching up spots and scratches, and customizing your work area. Illustrated, step-by-step instructions show you how to:–Improve the lighting and composition of images–Remove distortions and noise to make old and damaged photos look like new–Create stunning panoramas and digital collages using a series of photos–Make, edit, and export custom textures, logos, and animated GIFs–Work with selections, channels, and masks to edit images like a pro–Create colorful digital art, layer by layerThe book's second half offers a comprehensive reference to GIMP's many features, including color balancing, masks, filters, and plug-ins. You'll find tools described in unparalleled detail, with coverage of nearly every option and parameter.With illustrated tutorials and detailed references, The Book of GIMP is sure to become your one-stop guide to just about everything GIMP.
The Book of Gifts
by Lucy Claire DunbarA renowned artist shows that hope can be found everywhere—in family, friendships, and even the changing of seasons—through 100+ beautiful illustrations and thoughtful affirmations that capture the magic of self-love and resilience. From celebrating the kindness of strangers to commemorating loss, Lucy Claire Dunbar seeks to warm the heart with every line of her hand-drawn illustrations. In The Book of Gifts, she intertwines some of her most popular artwork with heartfelt affirmations to create an irresistible keepsake and perennially appealing gift. With chapters that cover themes of love, friendship, gratitude, courage, memory, kindness, self-love, and hope, this book reminds us that no matter the challenges we face, there's always joy to be found if we stop to look for it.Lucy's journey as an artist began when she temporarily lost her sight at the age of twenty-one. Lucy's irrepressible hopefulness kept her afloat, and fortunately, most of her vision has since been restored. Now, Lucy draws daily to ensure that she never forgets the gifts that each day has shown her. With The Book of Gifts, Lucy celebrates the optimism and positivity that has gotten her through so much, making it the perfect volume to share with friends, family, a partner, or just yourself.
The Book of Happiness: Africa
by Joseph Peter Ndaba MandelaDiscover the book that puts a face on happinessIn 2009, photographer Joseph Peter traveled through fifty African nations in seventy-five days and shot 150,000 images--mostly portraits of joyous, proud, glorious faces. He photographed presidents and heads of state, soldiers and workers, and children of all ages. He captured their smiles, their laughter, their humanity.He captured their happiness.First collected in a special handmade leather-bound edition, Joseph Peter's "book of happiness" was originally presented to Nelson Mandela as a heartfelt personal gift. Now, with this stunning paperbound edition, you can experience for yourself the joyful spirit of a place and its people--a dazzling and optimistic vision of Africa that is as simple, beautiful, and universal as a child's smile.From the Trade Paperback edition.
The Book of Hops: A Craft Beer Lover's Guide to Hoppiness
by Dan DiSorboThe first fully illustrated guidebook for craft beer drinkers, pairing hyper-detailed photography with profiles of 50 of today&’s most popular hop varieties.Hops are the most important ingredient in the beer we love, offering a spectrum of distinct aromas, flavors, and bitterness. Whether it&’s a floral Cascade, spicy Saaz, juicy Citra, or a combination of different varieties, hop character has become the driving force behind craft brewing. The Book of Hops profiles fifty of the most sought-after hops from around the world, with intricate photography and notes on taste, composition, use, and origin, plus examples of the wonderful beers that showcase them. With contributions from today&’s most important brewers and growers; a handy primer that breaks down the science, story, and production of beer; and hand-picked craft beer recommendations throughout, this fully illustrated guidebook is all you need to discover and fully savor your next favorite brew.
The Book of Hours and the Body: Somaesthetics, Posthumanism, and the Uncanny (Routledge Research in Art History)
by Sherry C. LindquistThis book explores our corporeal connections to the past by considering what three theoretical approaches - somaesthetics, posthumanism, and the uncanny - may reveal about both premodern and postmodern terms of embodiment.It takes as its point of departure a selection of fifteenth-century northern European Books of Hours - evocative objects designed at once to inscribe social status, to strengthen religious commitment, to entertain, to stimulate emotions, and to encourage discomfiting self-scrutiny. Studying their kaleidoscopically strange, moving, humorous, disturbing, and imaginative pages not only enables a window into relationships among bodies, images, and things in the past but also in our own internet era, where surprisingly popular memes drawn from such manuscripts constitute a part of our own visual culture.In negotiating theoretical, post-theoretical, and historical concerns, this book aims to contribute to an emerging and much-needed intersectional social history of art. It will be of interest to scholars working in art history, medieval studies, Renaissance/early modern studies, gender studies, the history of the book, posthumanism, aesthetics, and the body.
The Book of Indian Beauty
by Mulk Raj Anand Krishna Nehru HutheesingA growing worldwide concern for the social position of women will attract many to the book. Such readers will find here more than the charming beauty recipes. They will discover a philosophy of the female's role in life, expressed with eloquence and sensitivity. "Woman does not stand in need of patronage from man," the authors tell us. Indeed, the book might be considered an affirmation of the ingenuity and spirit of women through history.
The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore: The Perfect Guide to Creating Your Own Indian-Style Artifacts
by Julian Harris Salomon<P> A fascinating introduction to a variety of Native American projects and history! <P> Learn everything there is to know about Indian crafts and lore. Julian Harris Salomon takes you on a breathtaking journey of Native American customs and traditions. Originally published in 1928, this book is filled with dozens of illustrations portraying Indian art that will help you learn about traditional creations and customs. See why camp directors and leaders of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts look to Indian lore to enrich their programs in handicrafts, ceremonial studies, and geography. Some of the many projects featured include: <br> Crafting eagle-feather bonnets <br> Building campfires <br> Making bow and arrows <br> Constructing tipis and wigwams <P>Adults and children alike will learn about the history behind each and every project. Why are dance ceremonies an integral part of Native American culture? Why did the Indians prefer using a bow and arrows for survival in an age when muskets were the norm? Explore the numerous methods and instructions for an assortment of games and sports, such as lacrosse, football race, and toss and catch. These particular games and dances weren't just for entertainment; they were also performed to avert disaster, heal the sick, and summon rain. <P>The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore isn't just an instructional piece, but an anthropologist's companion. It is a book of wonder containing valuable research and information you won't find anyplace else.
The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore: The Perfect Guide to Creating Your Own Indian-Style Artifacts (Native American Ser.)
by Julian Harris SalomonA fascinating introduction to a variety of Native American projects and history!Learn everything there is to know about Indian crafts and lore. Julian Harris Salomon takes you on a breathtaking journey of Native American customs and traditions. Originally published in 1928, this book is filled with dozens of illustrations portraying Indian art that will help you learn about traditional creations and customs. See why camp directors and leaders of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts look to Indian lore to enrich their programs in handicrafts, ceremonial studies, and geography. Some of the many projects featured include: Crafting eagle-feather bonnets; Building campfires; Making bow and arrows; Constructing tipis and wigwams. Adults and children alike will learn about the history behind each and every project. Why are dance ceremonies an integral part of Native American culture? Why did the Indians prefer using a bow and arrows for survival in an age when muskets were the norm? Explore the numerous methods and instructions for an assortment of games and sports, such as lacrosse, football race, and toss and catch. These particular games and dances weren’t just for entertainment; they were also performed to avert disaster, heal the sick, and summon rain.The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore isn’t just an instructional piece, but an anthropologist’s companion. It is a book of wonder containing valuable research and information you won’t find anyplace else.
The Book of Inkscape, 2nd Edition: The Definitive Guide to the Graphics Editor
by Dmitry KirsanovA comprehensive user&’s guide to Inkscape, a vector illustration application.Dmitry Kirsanov, a former core Inkscape developer, shares hisknowledge of Inkscape's inner workings as he shows how to useInkscape to draw with various tools, work with objects, apply realisticand artistic effects, and more. Step-by-step task-based tutorials showyou how to create business cards, animations, technical and artisticdrawings, and graphic assets for games.This second edition covers the new tools, improved text features,advanced new path effects and filters, as well as many new UIconveniences in Inkscape 1.0. A new chapter describes Inkscape'sextensions for both users and developers.Learn how to: • Navigate the canvas and customize your workspace and views • Create new objects and transform, style, clone, and combine them • Use gradients, patterns, filters, and path effects to liven up your work • Work with layers, groups, object order, and locks to control your artwork • View and manipulate your document&’s structure with the XML Editor and the new Objects dialog • Export your work to various formats
The Book of Inkscape: The Definitive Guide to The Free Graphics Editor
by Dmitry KirsanovThis is it. The complete and definitive guide to Inkscape, the free, vector-based graphics editor that competes with expensive drawing programs like Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW.In The Book of Inkscape, core Inkscape developer Dmitry Kirsanov shares his design experience and knowledge of Inkscape's inner workings as he walks you through the basics of using the program: drawing, working with objects, transformations and styling, adding text and shapes, and more. Kirsanov couples his detailed explanations with step-by-step tutorials that show you how to create business cards, animations, and technical and artistic drawings.In addition to the basics, Kirsanov teaches you how to:–Navigate the canvas and customize your workspace and views–Create new objects and then transform, style, clone, and combine them–Use drawing tools, strokes, and Bézier curves–Use gradients, patterns, filters, and path effects to liven up your work–Use the XML Editor to view and manipulate the structure of your artwork–Work with layers, groups, object order, and locks to control your images–Export your artwork to various formatsThis practical guide will show you how to harness Inkscape's powerful features to produce anything from a child's doodle to high-end, professional design projects. Now go ahead and draw something fun.
The Book of Kells
by Ben Mackworth-PraedThe Book of Kells is the richest and most copiously illustrated book of in the Celto-Saxon style that still survives. However, despite its rarity and fame, there is little that is known about it. Reproducing over sixty of the wonderful images from the book itself, this guide describes the hidden meanings behind the illustrations and opens our eyes to the history behind them. Picking out the most interesting, beautiful and unique images from the 339 vellum leaves that comprise the book as a whole, it gives an illuminating insight into the manuscript and its creation. This book will appeal to everyone from the hundreds of thousands of people visiting the Book of Kells at Trinity College Dublin every year, to those interested in history, art, ancient artefacts or the gospels and anyone with a passion for beautiful objects.
The Book of Lists for Teens
by Sandra Choron Harry ChoronFace it: no self-respecting young adult likes to be caught out of the know. But few teenagers have the time or inclination to plow through Web sites, almanacs, and weighty reference books to find the answers to all their questions. The Book of Lists for Teens is an informative, lively, and engaging source of information about all kinds of things, and it’s fun. It’s all here: everything that matters most to people aged twelve to sixteen, from lists on cyberfun, music, and movies to advice about social pressures, family matters, and planning for the future. Packed with Internet addresses, recommended reading, and project ideas, The Book of Lists for Teens provides a resource that goes far beyond its pages.Featuring: • Tips for raising well-adjusted parents • Consumer scams especially aimed at teens • Foods to eat before taking a test • Tips for buying a stereo • How to stay safe at concerts • Reasons to keep a private journal (and ways to make sure it stays that way—private!) And much, much more . . .
The Book of Luck: A Guide to Success, Fortune, Palmistry and Astrology
by Whitman Publishing Co.Never walk under a ladder or cut your nails on a Sunday -- but be on the lookout for four-leaved shamrocks and piebald horses! This quaint book from the turn of the twentieth century holds a wealth of folkloric advice for recognizing good and bad omens. In addition, it offers all the tools of the trade for aspiring fortune-tellers, including tips for the interpretation of dreams and using playing cards to forecast the future.A detailed section on palmistry explains the significance of the shapes of fingers, the lines of destiny, and the determination of such characteristics as ability, ambition, and wit. Other chapters explore handwriting analysis, astrology, reading tea leaves, crystal gazing, choosing lucky numbers and talismans, and superstitions related to animals, flowers, and seasons.
The Book of Mini: Inside the Big World of Tiny Things
by Kate Esme UnverEmbrace the not-so-small world of minis--and your own tiny book! From teeny burgers and minuscule handbags to furniture no larger than a quarter, this mind-blowing collection of squeal-worthy miniatures features more than 250 of the tiniest creations from all over the world. Kate Ünver, a lifelong collector of nearly 1,000 items, has curated unique and extraordinary miniatures on her Instagram account, @dailymini, since 2012. In The Book of Mini, she selects hundreds of pieces of artwork--many of which have never been seen before--and organizes them into sections on tiny food, diminutive wildlife, petite pottery, and more. Also included are interviews with collectors and artists exploring their methods, influences, and how they came to adore everything mini. Featuring hundreds of photographs and a collectible miniature book, The Book of Mini is a must-have book for the tiny lover in your life.
The Book of Mistakes
by Corinna LuykenZoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this memorable picture book debut about the creative process, and the way in which "mistakes" can blossom into inspirationOne eye was bigger than the other. That was a mistake. The weird frog-cat-cow thing? It made an excellent bush. And the inky smudges… they look as if they were always meant to be leaves floating gently across the sky.As one artist incorporates accidental splotches, spots, and misshapen things into her art, she transforms her piece in quirky and unexpected ways, taking readers on a journey through her process. Told in minimal, playful text, this story shows readers that even the biggest &“mistakes&” can be the source of the brightest ideas—and that, at the end of the day, we are all works in progress, too.Fans of Peter Reynolds&’s Ish and Patrick McDonnell&’s A Perfectly Messed-Up Story will love the funny, poignant, completely unique storytelling of The Book of Mistakes. And, like Oh, The Places You&’ll Go!, it makes the perfect graduation gift, encouraging readers to have a positive outlook as they learn to face life&’s obstacles.
The Book of Non-electric Lighting: The Classic Guide to the Safe Use of Candles, Fuel Lamps, Lanterns, Gaslights & Fire-View Stoves
by Tim MatsonTim Matson surveys an often overlooked aspect of independent living—firelight. In this completely revised and updated classic, Matson describes in lively detail all the elements of firelight—beginning with an explanation of the lighting system he developed from his Vermont home. • The romantic history and modern molding of candlepower • Traditional kerosene lamps • The versatile Aladdin • Liquid propane (LP) gas lights • Kerosene and gas pressure lanterns (the Coleman) • Incandescent mantle safety • The "Return of Firelight" from glass-fronted hearths and stoves In addition, Matson shows how to select, assemble, install, and safely maintain these non-electric sources of light. This guide will be indispensable for vacation homes, camps, boats, RVs, independent homesteads—and anywhere in a blackout.
The Book of Old Ships: From Egyptian Galleys to Clipper Ships
by Henry B. CulverOf all the ships human beings have constructed to navigate the waters of the world — from a hollowed-out log sharpened at both ends to modern ocean liners weighing thousands of tons — those powered by the wind are among the most interesting and beautiful.In this classic review, noted maritime artist Gordon Grant has created 80 magnificent line illustrations of some of history's most important sailing ships, beginning with a graceful Egyptian galley (c. 1600 B.C.) and ending with a splendid five-masted clipper ship of 1921. Also depicted are a Roman trireme, a Viking longship, a sixteenth-century caravel, an East Indiaman of 1750, an early nineteenth-century brigantine, a New Bedford whaling bark, and dozens of lesser-known vessels, among them the galleass, carrack, buss, and flute.Henry B. Culver, well-known authority on naval history, has provided a detailed, meticulously researched text for each vessel, describing the materials and details of construction, how the ship's design matched its function, the period in which the vessel flourished, romance and lore surrounding the craft, and more. Naval historians and model shipbuilders will value this work as an excellent sourcebook and reference with much information on the evolution of sailing vessels, the origins of shipping, customs of the sea and other pertinent matters; sailing enthusiasts will find it a wonderful browsing book, offering an informative, handsomely illustrated look back at 3,000 years of sailing history.
The Book of Ornamental Alphabets: Ancient & Mediaeval
by Alan Anderson F. G. DelamotteWhether you're a type nerd, an illustrator or a professional designer, The Book Of Ornamental Alphabets is the perfect sourcebook. FIRST PUBLISHED IN 1858, Freeman Delamotte's Ornamental Alphabets Ancient & Mediæval was an immediate hit, and a huge influence on generations of designers in every medium.An idiosyncratic, personal selection of over fifty scripts and typefaces, it remains guaranteed to inspire anyone with an interest in lettering, from designers and artists to tattooists, hand-letterers, and calligraphers.