Whittling and Woodcarving by E. J. Tangerman

$10.00 NZD

Category: Craft | Series: Dover Woodworking Ser. | Reading Level: good

Throughout the ages one of the most popular ways to direct the creative urge has been whittling or woodcarving. In this volume Mr. Tangerman, one of America's foremost authorities and craftsmen, whose articles in craft magazines have taught and inspired millions, presents a full and thorough introductio n to this entertaining art form. With this book, which is one of the few works that bridge the gap between whittling and serious carving, a beginner who is moderately handy can whittle or carve scores of useful objects, toys for children, gifts, or simply pass hours at applying his ingenuity to wood.Beginning with a history of whittling and woodcarving, the book progresses gradually and easily. The first chapters supply background information on different woods, their proper selection and possible uses, selection and care of knives, and ways of using tools, including grips, types of strokes and cuts, and simple exercises. The following chapters cover rustic work, flat toys and windmills, puzzles, chains, nested spheres, fans, joints, modeling ships in bottles, and caricatures. The second half of the book covers carving proper and describes simple lines, woodcuts, low-relief pierced designs, sculpture in the round, inlay and marquetry, lettering, indoor and outdoor decorations, and styles. The final chapter describes finishing, repairs, and the care of tools. The wide range of illustrations includes both hundreds of beautiful wood objects from the great art of the world and hundreds of modern projects, many of which are contest winners.Mr. Tangerman guides actual working, but his tone of direct address, such as a teacher would use in speaking to a pupil or a class of intelligent pupils, makes it easy as well as instructive reading. -- New York Herald Tribune Books. A fascinating book, giving many suggestions of what to make and how to make it, ranging from simple things to intricate ones. -- Horn Book Magazine. ...Show more

Line to Stroke by Paul Taggart

$12.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Series: Art Techniques from Pencil to Paint S. | Reading Level: very good

Contemporary Drawing: Key Concepts and Techniques for Today's Fine Artists by Margaret Davidson

$25.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

This title looks at drawing's current renewal of importance in the art world through illuminating discussion. It is suitable for beginner to professional-level artists seeking advanced explorations of the foundations of drawing. It is illustrated by specific drawing examples & techniques by modern e ra masters & leading contemporary artists. It is suitable for serious beginner to professional-level artists seeking advanced explorations of the conceptual and technical foundations of modern era and contemporary drawing. Drawing has recently experienced a renewal of importance in the art world; in fact, it has rarely been as widely represented in the biennials, art fairs and exhibitions as it is now. "Contemporary Drawing" explores this resurgence through illuminating discussions on the historical and conceptual underpinnings of contemporary drawing, which are then reinforced and illustrated with specific drawing examples/techniques by modern era masters and leading contemporary artists. ...Show more

Still Life Fundamentals by Eugene Felder

$15.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

Make Your Own Books and Boxes: Portfolios, Photograph Albums and Decorative Papers by Peter Baumgartner

$10.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

You can easily make some beautiful and really useful objects out of paper and card: decorative boxes, portfolios, photograph albums and books. This books gives you all the basic techniques you will need, such as cutting, stitching, binding and making covers, shown in clear step-by-step photographs guidance on how to make decorative papers, such as marbled paper a special section on how to repair books 36 decorative labels for you to photocopy and use Whether you are a beginner or a devotee of this craft, there is bound to be something in this book for you. ...Show more

Drawing the Human Head by Burne Hogarth

$14.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

In 300 extraordinary drawings, Hogarth shows how to draw the head from every angle, age the face from infancy to old age, and delineate every feature and wrinkle.

The Artist's Way Workbook by Julia Cameron

$18.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

For the millions of people who have uncovered their creative selves through the "Artist's Way" program-a workbook and companion to the international bestseller. Alife-changing twelve-week program, "The Artist's Way" has touched the lives of millions of people around the world. Now, for the first time , fans will have this elegantly designed and user-friendly volume for use in tandem with the book. "The Artist's Way Workbook" includes: - more than 110 "Artist's Way" tasks; - more than 50 "Artist's Way" check-ins; - a fascinating introduction to the workbook in which Cameron shares new insights into the creative process that she has culled in the decade since "The Artist's Way" was originally published; - new and original writings on Morning Page Journaling and the Artist's Date-two of the most vital tools set forth by Cameron in "The Artist's Way," "The Artist's Way Workbook" is an indispensable book for anyone following the spiritual path to higher creativity laid out in "The Artist's Way," First published October 2006. ...Show more

Focus on Watercolor - techniques and concepts for making your paintings better than ever by Timothy J. Clark

$20.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

Making Colour Sing by Jeanne Dobie

$20.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

"Gets right down to the use ot transparent color and now to creatively extract the very best out of the medium". -- Artist's Magazine. An award-winning watercolorist demonstrates in detail how to mix any color and how to control color and composition so everything works together to produce any effect de sired. ...Show more

Watercolour Bold and Free - 64 Experimental Techniques in Watercolor by L.C. Goldsmith

$25.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good

"This is an idea book, designed to make the reader think in new technical and compositional ways". -- American Artist. 64 experiments in composition, concept, and technique promote freshness and originality and suggest alternatives to conventional painting.

Perfecting Your Watercolours by Ron Ranson

$20.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Series: Ron Ranson's Painting School S. | Reading Level: very good

Big Brush Watercolour by Ron Ranson

$20.00 NZD

Category: Practical Art | Reading Level: very good