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*Features clear instruction for drawing, shading and painting dragons
*Includes acrylic paints, paintbrushes, and a drawing pad and pencil and more
Nothing makes a fantasy fan's imagination catch fire like the dragon, one of the most enduringly popular beasts of legend. Now beginning artists can learn simple secrets and tricks for creating their own dragon artworks. Based on the bestselling title, DragonArt, this kit offers an instructional book along with pencils, paper, brushes and paints-everything the aspiring fantasy artist needs to create their own mythical works of art.
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5 star, but hoping for a bigger book.......2007-08-11
I give this five stars because it is extremely helpful in instructing you how to form your own dragon, but I was hoping for a bigger book to go along with the brushes, pencils, and paints. It's worth the purchase if you'll use everything in the kit, but the $19.99 book is the better purchase.
awsome.......2007-03-19
comes with everything a beginner needs. I just wish I had more free time to draw...
Great !.......2007-02-08
It was simple and complicated enough for my 9 year old. The illustrations are great and the details are easy enough to understand. The paint brush was actually a pretty nice one and not plastic stiff brissles.
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Animal Textures (How to Draw and Paint)
Walter J. Wilwerding
Manufacturer: Walter Foster Pub
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ASIN: 0929261798 |
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This title provides beginning artists with 13 original horse painting demonstrations, featuring a variety of breeds, moods, and compositions. Popular artist Elin Pendleton provides both insight and inspiration to aspiring artists as she guides readers through each lesson, step by step, from initial sketching and blocking to realistic finished works of art.
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From the Author.......2005-04-26
I'm pleased to see my book for sale on Amazon.com! It was a wonderful experience to create the paintings and text for this book, and I'm happy to say that it is very easy to follow and gives a good deal of insight into how I create my work. I reviewed the production at every step, and Walter Foster was wonderful on all counts!
I have been teaching for over 20 years, and have instructional videos out on both oil and acrylic painting available, and I thoroughly enjoy teaching. I continue to paint full-time, and I'm working on my next book and more video instructional tapes this year.
When you purchase the book, I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have about it.
More Than Just Good Art.......2005-04-26
Although this latest in the series Walter Foster books will provide anyone who might be interested in how to paint horses with excellent information and examples, there is really quite a bit more here than just that. The art is superb and the narrative provides unique insight into the whole artistic process. Elin is not only a gifted painter but a very talented writer as well. Anyone not already familiar with Elin's work can easily find more information by simply using Google to look for Elin Pendleton.
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Amazing!.......1999-04-26
Easy to do, fun and simple! What are you waiting for GET THIS BOOK!
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A pair of professional artists offer valuable suggestions for realistic portrayals of flowers, animals, and other natural subjects. Detailed, step-by-step demonstrations use watercolors, oils, pencil, and other media. Over 400 illustrations offer specific tips sure to improve the techniques of both experts and hobbyists.
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- An ideal introduction for beginners.
- A book to treasure
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How to Draw and Paint Animals in Pencil, Charcoal, Line and Watercolour
Linda Birch
Manufacturer: David & Charles UK
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Animals are one of the most popular subjects for amateur painters but not the easiest. This book takes the artist through the pleasures and pitfalls of depicting live animals, both as individual studies and placed in a setting.
Linda Birch draws on years of experience to teach readers how to capture these often elusive subjects. Starting with the basics of simple anatomy, proportion and form, Linda shows through her thorough, text and abundant use of step-by-step drawings, sketches, studies and finished paintings how to build up the skills and powers of observation which are crucial to successful animal drawing and painting.
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An ideal introduction for beginners........2000-02-04
Linda Birch's How To Draw And Paint Animals tells how to draw animals using pencil, charcoal, line and watercolor, with color photos and drawings of both finished and half-complete subjects making for an excellent guide.
A book to treasure.......1998-04-02
This book's modest title fauils to describe its full worth. It is full of good sense, sound technical information and really excellent drawing. Linda Birch has a mastery of all media,and her writing displays the confidence of a gifted teacher. Her authority stems partly from her own obvious love of animals and her careful observation of them. She faces the question "Oh dear, I shall never be able to do that" with an encouraging "Yes you can, and I will show you how". Everything is here - texture, movement, anatomy, all brought together through many years of experience of teaching. Linda offers regular painting courses in Durham, and in other parts of England. Her students will be very fortunate, having the benefit of the fluency and wit which shines from these pages. A book to treasure.
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It was okay...........1999-08-31
Help! Who's the publisher (or who WAS) and when was it published??? I must know now!
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"What are clouds made of, and why do they float? Are skies the water and clouds the boat?" From cotton candy that melts in your mouth to comfy cushions where birds take their naps, clouds take on many shapes in our imaginations. This whimsical picture book by newcomer Robert Walker and acclaimed illustrator Matt Mahurin takes young readers on a fantastic journey through the skies, leading them eventually to sleep: "I know what they are, I've figured it out. Clouds are just dreams that wander about . . ."
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NOT JUST GOOD FOR THE KIDS, BUT FOR ALL OF US WHO ARE CLOUD WATCHERS.......2007-03-03
Any child, or, in my case, adult, who has ever watched the clouds on a summer day or evening will love this whimsical tale of imagination and dreams. The author certainly has to be one of those people and it shows in his work here and in the illustrations by Matt Mahurin. A little girl, dreaming, is able to see some wonderful things in the clouds. I suspect that a child would probably see more that most, but it certainly brought back memories of when I was a little boy gazing up at the sky. The book can well be discribed as "mellow" and certainly relaxing. This is a good one to stir the imagination of any child and it is a fun book to read with your child now and again and then go out cloud watching with them. The text is quite well done and as I said, the illustrations are beautiful. Highly recommend this one.
Relaxing and imaginative.......2005-07-06
Reading this book is as enjoyable and calming as laying back and watching the clouds themselves. Each page presents fun and imaginative ideas of what the clouds may actually be..... ice cream? a beard? mashed potatoes? Great text and illustrations. Highly recommended. My niece loves it.
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- Essential
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Essential.......2007-05-23
Matt's work in the early and mid 90's served as one of the stronger inspirational forces for my career in photography. This book is masterful in every way. The printing is incredible. The imagery is strong, mysterious and absolutely brilliant. Beautifully crafted by Twin Palms as well with impeccable reproduction and buttery paper stock.
master of light and dark.......2005-09-06
one of the most talented artists in america. a must have for anyone interested in art that blurs the line between order and chaos, reality and fantasy, heaven and hell. a genius in the subtle manipulation of point-of-view.
Stunning!.......2004-04-21
I originally bought it because I went to high school with Matt - who was then known for being an awesome artist. His artistic abilities are incredibly broad spectrum. He's demonstrated how talented he is with photography - as well as drawing & painting.
You won't be disappointed. There is so much emotion displayed on each page. Every picture truly tells a story! You're still awesome Matt! Your talents continue to amaze us!
Wow.......2000-05-10
Wow, I heard about him from a friend and bought the book. I love it every photografer needs a copy.
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- a Beautiful story
- Nice book...for the parents
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My Beautiful Child
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ASIN: 0439458935 |
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"I want to show you everything, my beautiful child . . . especially how much I love you." From the breathtaking beauty of a clear blue sky to the wonder of touching a fuzzy caterpillar, the greatest riches in life are those moments of stillness and joy we share with the children we cherish. Lisa Desimini's simple, delicate words and Matt Mahurin's warm, intimate illustrations capture the closeness between parent and child--the kindness, patience, and love that bring true happiness to us all. Celebratory yet soothing, here is a treasure for every parent and child to share together.
Customer Reviews:
a Beautiful story.......2005-09-08
I originally got this in paperback thru my son's book club at daycare and picked up three copies in hardcover, one for me and two for other mothers as gifts. It's short enough that my two year old not only sits thru it, but wants me to read it over and over. The artwork is amazing, and it may not be a "story" but is a beautiful message of love.
Nice book...for the parents.......2005-08-03
I think the intent of this book is to make the parent feel warm and fuzzy about their relationship with their child, and it definitely carries that intent successfully. In so far as the book succeeds here, and makes for a warm bedtime reading with your child, I give the book some credit.
But looking at this book from the standpoint of a child who would pick it up and read it during the day... I find it at times boring and confusing. It definitely requires a parent to explain or elaborate upon the illustrations, which again might be the intent of the book. So as a bedtime reading book, I would give it 4 stars. As a standalone children's book (something like Dr Seuss that a kid can pick up and have fun with), I would give it 2 stars.
The illustrations are an example of the problem. They are nice, although their relationship to the text is sometimes too 'poetic' to clearly carry the meaning to a small toddler.
For instance [ I want to show you how perfect a flower is. ] will be illustrated by the picture of a mother and child re-planting a flower that was in a pot that the child broke with his soccer ball. And they are re-planting the flower in the child's tinker-toys can. I know... as a parent it just makes your heart melt. But as a kid, the poignancy would probably be lost without an explanation.
Also, the illustrations are very digital. The precision of them, the antiseptic lines, the hightened colors, the 'motion-blur' effects, make you think you're reading this on a computer monitor or an advertising brochure, mostly because the art seems to have been designed exclusively on a computer. Think of the style as a sort of digitized Rene Magritte. I wouldn't reduce the rating because of it, since my kid enjoys the style; I just personally enjoy kid's illustrations that are less 'slick' and a bit more human, but maybe that's my age showing.
So there you have it. Great bedtime book. Not-so-great kid's reading book. Illustrations a bit too composed and 'slick' to make you feel like the art wasn't designed by a marketing committee.
From a School Librarian.......2004-09-30
Within its spare text and quiet illustrations lies the powerful message of teaching a child to appreciate the simple things in life through a parent's unselfish love. This is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. Perhaps it's because I recently became a mom that this book touches me so deeply - but I can't read it without getting teary eyed. Not really a book I would use as a class read aloud, but a book that I would recommend to students to check out and share with parents at home. I plan to buy a copy for my library, my daughter and as a gift for everyone I know with kids. It's that good.
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Boston Celtics (NBA Today)
Michael E. Goodman
Manufacturer: Creative Education
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A BOOK EVERYONE WHO IS A COLLECTOR SHOULD HAVE.......2007-01-24
The photography is so beautiful ... this one made the coffee table !!
Pretty Young Men and Fun to View.......2005-08-16
This photographic collection is one that explores the gamut of male images. Very pleasing to the eye.
Rob's review.......2004-08-16
This photography book is simply stunning. From the many shots of male models, actors, and just everyday joes...this book rocks. The price tag is hefty but is very worth it. The price alone was worth it for those pictures of Brad Pitt and Antonio Sabato Jr.! Mr. Pierson definitely knows what's attractive to the eye and who his core audience is:) The photo's of the male models are also fantastic. I personally know the cover model and all I can say is, Congratulations Lenny! You deserve all the attention! You won't be disappointed.
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Matt Mahurin
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Fifty Photographs
Matt Mahurin
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- Morbid and unfunny
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- The best!
- Lasting Impression - Disappointment!
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The Far Side Last Impressions 2002 Off-the-Wall Calendar
Gary Larson
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We'll give the Aztecs their due - there were calendars before Gary Larson introduced the first Off-The-Wall Calendar in 1986. It only seems like he invented the modern date-keeping system because his calendars have sold approximately twelve bajillion copies over the last seventeen years. This is the big chief of them all. We're talking about the world's best-selling calendar - and, unfortunately, we're also talking about the end of the line. That's right, friends, this is the LAST Far Side Off-The-Wall Calendar that will ever be published. No Joke! It's over. Finito, sayonara, and good-night Irene. In the time-honored tradition of talented folks walking off at the top of their game and leaving their desperate fans begging for more (Think the Beatles' concert on the roof of Apple Records... Think Jordan winning the third straight NBA title before retiring...), Gary Larson has decided to let the rest of the calendar population have a shot at being number one. But we're not about to let this end-of-an-era even pass without a suitable send-off. For this last year, we're offering not one, but count-'em, six different box designs featuring a stellar cast of Far Side characters. (C'mon," as the say, "collect 'em all.") Inside each of these beauties, you'll find some of the funniest cartoons Gary Larson has ever done, all harkening back to the fact that this is THE END. So enjoy this last one while you can, 'cause while the days may continue to dawn after December 31, 2002, they're going to be a lot less funny.
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Morbid and unfunny.......2002-06-07
This years calendar seems to be a collection from Gary's reject bin. The majority of the days themes are death and dismemberment. In the first 7 days of January alone 6 of the 7 days deal with death. Maybe Gary is crying out for help. Its never too late to seek professional help Gary!
Has helped to brighten an otherwise gloomy year.......2002-05-17
The year 2002 has not been easy for me. Without going into specifics about the difficulties, I will just say that this calendar has had the same effect on me that the daily comic strip used to - it has given me a good laugh every morning and cheered me through difficult days. Thanks to this calendar, I can "pretend" that Gary Larson never retired. I'm still in therapy over the fact that this is the last edition to the "off-the-wall" franchise (just kidding). Seriously, I bought two copies of this calendar - one to read every day, and one to save for "old time's sake."
Anyway, I love this calendar and it is one of the highpoints of my day. I love this calendar because it gives me what all Larson products do - a look into a mad mad mind (I mean that in a good way) that will always give me a laugh. This is sardonic satire at its best! I love the detached and remote feel to all Larson's work. And I love the fact that if it weren't for just ONE thing wrong in the picture, everything would be normal. This lends the strip an air of credibility, you know, "It COULD happen . . . if only that weren't a COW cooking the bar-bee-que . . . if only that weren't a crocodile sitting in the livingroom . . . if only that weren't a sloth with the gun . . . etc." Everything is normal, except that ONE bizarre, unthinkable, and sometimes un-understandable element (I know I'm not the only one who has occasionally come across a Larson cartoon and wondered what the heck he was trying to say). The most bizzare (and funny) things in life are always the things that seem normal at first.
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The best!.......2002-04-06
This is hillarious, to keep and look at constantly. Highly recommened. Get it now - this is the last one there will ever be...
JD
Lasting Impression - Disappointment!.......2002-03-13
As an avid fan of Larson's slightly off-center vision of the world, I felt compelled to buy a copy of last "Off-The-Wall" calander ever produced. The first week or so, the allegories were funny...timeless ends for unfortunate Larson creations. However, by the end of January, the calendar was really a lackluster version of previous years. The theme got real old, real fast! If you want classic Larson, buy one of the myriad collections of his artwork at the bookstore. If you want a laugh, buy Dr. Laura's calendar this year instead.
The Death Calendar.......2002-03-13
If you are interested in this calendar you are surly familiar with Gary Larson and his unique perspective. You'll get what you expect with this calendar and perhaps a bit more.
Here it is the middle of March and I have finally figgured it out. This is the death of The Far Side, every cartoon is about death. Sometimes there are dead bodies, sometimes characters are about to die. Todays just has a crocodile talking about how it eats little birds like popcorn.
Fans of Larson know he is not a cartoonist that just reworks the same gag everyday. He is an artist that makes you look at the world in a new way. When a person reads a Far Side cartoon, don't expect them to laugh at first. You need to look at these cartoons for a while before they become funny.
About the time I realized that all these cartoons were all morbid I realized that Gary had done it again. When there have been no new cartoons in, I don't know maybe 10 years, how can a new calendar be any different than the others? Why would a cartoonist let his final calendar have a morbid theme? Larson has never given people what they expect in a cartoon and he is still able to do that even with cartoons we have all seen before.
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