Modeling the Figure in Clay

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For thirty years, Modeling the Figure in Clay has been an indispensable anatomical resource for people who think, see, and understand form best in the round: sculptors. In the thirtieth anniversary edition of this classic work, master sculptor Bruno Lucchesi invites you on a guided tour of the human form. Follow him as he creates a figure in clay—literally from the inside out—starting with the skeleton, laying on the muscles to show male and female anatomy, and ... More >>

Modeling the Figure in Clay

Origami Flowers: Popular Blossoms and Creative Bouquets

• ISBN13: 9784889961164
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This special book tells you how to turn ordinary, square origami paper into pentagons, hexagons and octagons, and then by using radial creases, into intricate flowers with five, six and eight petals or even doubled numbers of folded petals. With this book, you can make colorful, fancy potted flowers and ikebana out of store-bought origami paper by adding stems and leaves as shown. Paper, scissors, and imagination are all you need to decorate your home with blooming ... More >>

Origami Flowers: Popular Blossoms and Creative Bouquets

Sculpting the Figure in Clay: An Artistic and Technical Journey to Understanding the Creative and Dynamic Forces in Figurative Sculpture

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A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO SCULPTING THE HUMAN FIGURE IN CLAY

In Sculpting the Figure in Clay,acclaimed portrait bust sculptor and author Peter Rubino teaches a master class in the essentials of figurative sculpture. In this intensive, all-inclusive guide, he introduces students to a natural, straightforward geometry that will help them become masters at forming figures in clay. Rubino’s unique approach utilizes a geometric system consisting of blocks, simple... More >>

Sculpting the Figure in Clay: An Artistic and Technical Journey to Understanding the Creative and Dynamic Forces in Figurative Sculpture

Little People in the City: The Street Art of Slinkachu

• ISBN13: 9780752226644
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"They're Not Pets, Susan," says a stern father who has just shot a bumblebee, its wings sparkling in the evening sunlight. A lone office worker, less than an inch high, looks out over the river in his lunch break, "Dreaming of Packing it All In." A tiny man makes his way back to a tiny car, with a tiny shopping bag: "Shopping for one again." Another office worker sits atop a gigantic engagement ring and gazes into the distance; the caption reads, simply: "No." Thes... More >>

Little People in the City: The Street Art of Slinkachu

Southwestern Pottery: Anasazi to Zuni

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An art book, a history book, and a reference book showcasing more than 1,100 pots. There isn't a more complete southwestern pottery guide.... More >>

Southwestern Pottery: Anasazi to Zuni

Carving the Human Face: Capturing Character and Expression in Wood

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Chronicling the stages in creating a realistic human face from wood and packed with detailed images of finished carvings, this reference offers a wealth of technical how-to information for woodworkers and artists. Helpful guidance includes advice on handling tools, tips for working wood to resemble the shape of skin and muscles, and hints on carving realistic hats and headdresses. More than 20 diagrams that explain facial anatomy and how it relates to carving mas... More >>

Carving the Human Face: Capturing Character and Expression in Wood

500 Figures in Clay: Ceramic Artists Celebrate the Human Form

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It’s an absolutely unequalled photographic gallery: no other book has ever presented such a varied, captivating collection of contemporary ceramics based on the human form. The works range from representational to abstract, from artful realism to provocative surrealism, and many of them come from leaders in the field such as Judy Fox, Kurt Weiser, and Andy Nasisse. Kay Yourist has produced female forms that are smooth, minimalist vessels with only the slightest hi... More >>

500 Figures in Clay: Ceramic Artists Celebrate the Human Form

Chinati: The Vision of Donald Judd

• ISBN13: 9780300169393
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The Chinati Foundation is widely considered one of the world’s most important destinations for experiencing large-scale contemporary art. It was founded by Donald Judd (1928–1994), whose specific ambition was to preserve and present a select number of permanent installations that were inextricably linked to the surrounding landscape. Chinati is located on 340 acres of desert on the site of former Fort D.A. Russell in Marfa, Texas. Construction and installation at... More >>

Chinati: The Vision of Donald Judd

Stickwork

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Using minimal tools and a simple technique of bending, interweaving, and fastening together sticks, artist Patrick Dougherty creates works of art inseparable with nature and the landscape. With a dazzling variety of forms seamlessly intertwined with their context, his sculptures evoke fantastical images of nests, cocoons, cones, castles, and beehives. Over the last twenty-five years, Dougherty has built more than two hundred works throughout the United States, Europ... More >>

Stickwork

David Smith Invents

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Abstract Expressionist artist David Smith (1906–1965) was one of the most important American sculptors of the 20th century, yet few publications dedicated to his creative output currently exist. A painter-sculptor in the tradition of Matisse and Picasso, he focused on welded steel sculptures while simultaneously working inventively in two dimensions, in paint, ink, or tempera. David Smith Invents is the first book to focus on the output in all media of the artist'... More >>

David Smith Invents

The Colouring, Bronzing and Patination of Metals

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The techniques of metal colouring, bronzing and patination are assuming a new importance in contemporary fine metalwork and design. Richard Hughes and Michael Rowe have assembled and tested the recipes included in this book, which is the most comprehensive work on the subject currently available, an essential reference and sourcebook for practitioners and all those involved in sculpture, architecture, design and the decorative arts. It brings together hundreds of re... More >>

The Colouring, Bronzing and Patination of Metals

Metal Clay Jewelry: Projects. Techniques. Inspirations.

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Polymer clay and jewellry artists are experimenting with metal clay more than ever, but there are few books on the market to show them how to use this exciting new medium. This book's highlights include: 19 fashionable step-by-step projects, including a variety of styles provided by both the author and talented contributing artists; an easy, skill-building approach that thoroughly teaches readers the basics and then explains a new technique with each project; and, a... More >>

Metal Clay Jewelry: Projects. Techniques. Inspirations.

Vitamin 3-D: New Perspectives in Sculpture and Installation

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"Vitamin 3-D: New Perspectives in Sculpture and Installation" is an up-to-the-minute survey of current global developments in contemporary sculpture and its close relative, installation. This vast medium of sculpture continues to be a central pillar of artistic practice, and "Vitamin 3-D" presents the outstanding artists who are engaging with and pushing the boundaries of the medium. "Vitamin 3-D" follows the success of "Vitamin P: New Perspectives in Painting", "Vi... More >>

Vitamin 3-D: New Perspectives in Sculpture and Installation

Sandcastles Made Simple: Step-by-Step Instructions, Tips, and Tricks for Building Sensational Sand Creations

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A crenellated turret here, a winding, arched staircase there, maybe even a giant turtle—fantasy is at the heart of every sandcastle. Summer after summer, both children and adults make valiant efforts to infuse their sandy structures with inspiration, but the results are generally disappointing.  With Sandcastles Made Simple—now available in an extremely affordable paperback edition—Lucinda Wierenga, a renowned sand sculptor, puts a permanent end to less-than-... More >>

Sandcastles Made Simple: Step-by-Step Instructions, Tips, and Tricks for Building Sensational Sand Creations

The Complete Potter's Companion

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Second revised edition of a pottery handbook for beginner and experienced potters, providing instructions for making, decorating, glazing and firing thrown, hand-built and cast or moulded pottery, including paper clay, glazes, firings and kilns. A suppliers' list and glossary is included and gallery spreads present the work of modern potters.Amazon.com Review
Revised and updated, this classic potter's volume explains everything from preparation through fi... More >>

The Complete Potter's Companion

Gemstone Buying Guide, Second Edition: How to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care for Colored Gems

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Buying colour gems is a challenge. To make a wise choice, you must be able to judge their colour, flaws, transparency and brilliancy. This guide will show you how. Written for both consumers and professionals, it is easy to read, has over 200 colour photographs and gives practical pointers on how to buy the best stone for the money. Whether you are interested in jade, opal, ruby, topaz, spinel, garnet, tourmaline or some other coloured gem, you will find this guide ... More >>

Gemstone Buying Guide, Second Edition: How to Evaluate, Identify, Select & Care for Colored Gems

Origami Design Secrets: Mathematical Methods for an Ancient Art

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Robert J. Lang, one of the worlds foremost origami artists and scientists, presents the never-before-described mathematical and geometric principles that allow anyone to design original origami, something once restricted to an elite few. From the theoretical underpinnings to detailed step-by-step folding sequences, this book takes a modern look at the centuries-old art of origami.... More >>

Origami Design Secrets: Mathematical Methods for an Ancient Art

Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook

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In this volume, Maggy Howarth shares her practical experience, artistic enthusiasm and the fruits of her travels and research, which have uncovered much new information on this little-known art. Both beautiful and durable, pebble mosaics are a wonderful addition to gardens, patios and public spaces. This is a complete sourcebook for enthusiasts and landscape designers - an accessible and illustrated guide for creating basic to advanced projects from start to finish.... More >>

Complete Pebble Mosaic Handbook

Chihuly: 365 Days

• Marvel at four decades of award-winning organic sculptures by American glass sculptor Dale Chihuly
• A vivid chronicle of his life's work, this extraordinary album includes more than 500 colorful pictures, selected by the artist himself and most never before published
• Quotations, descriptions and short texts on his most important pieces accompany each image
• One of only a handful of Americans granted a solo exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris, and co-founder of the renowned Pilchuck Glass School outside Seattle, Washington, his creations range from intimate smaller pieces to room-sized outdoor installations.
• Hardcover, 744 pages. 9.5" x 6.5"

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Dale Chihuly is renowned as the most prolific living artist working in glass, with hugely popular exhibitions in major museums around the world. Chihuly: 365 Days is a richly illustrated photo survey of his entire four-decade career, with more than 500 pictures showing all facets of his work—from intimate smaller pieces to the tremendous outdoor installations that have thrilled millions of visitors. There are also personal photos of the artist; of “Team chihuly”... More >>

Chihuly: 365 Days