English | 2022 | ISBN: 1802792139 | 160 pages | True EPUB | 70.13 MB
Whittling is more than just a way of busying idle hands - it is a pastime for those who love the texture of wood and a way of life for those who feel a special connection between people and trees.
This beautiful and practical guide to the art of whittling offers the perfect antidote to the stresses of modern life and a means of getting back to basics and creating unique items from scratch. Inside you will learn about the ancient art of whittling as one of the earliest forms of artistic expression; the different types of wood to use in your work; the simple tools you need to get started; and the various cutting techniques.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1681089718 | 115 pages | True PDF EPUB | 20.63 MB
Nanotechnology has revolutionized many fields and applications, such as medical diagnosis and treatment, water purification, and environmental protection. There is an art behind the synthesis of nanomaterials and their use in our daily lives. The Art of Nanomaterials takes the reader on a fascinating historical journey to learn how artistic inventiveness has influenced scientific innovation, from ancient Egyptian paintings to modern uses in healthcare and engineering.
Through 6 chapters, readers will be able to appreciate the history and significance of nanomaterials in modern technology, their role in medicine, environmental protection, and their relationship with water. It serves as a quick and simple reference for anyone who has a scientific background in natural sciences, or otherwise, who is interested in nanomaterials.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1600589456 | 352 pages | True EPUB | 22.48 MB
With a wealth of illustrated graphite portrait references and step-by-step pencil lessons, The Art of Drawing Poses for Beginners will help you master drawing realistic human figures in a range of different positions.
This helpful 128-page guide reveals the process of drawing the human figure as it pertains to anatomy , proportions , volume , mass , gesture , movement , and expression . From there, discover how these characteristics come together using light , shape , line , and form to accurately depict the human figure in a variety of everyday poses. Step-by-step drawing instructions and techniques demonstrate how to capture realistic poses as they differ from one person to the next across a range of human characteristics.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 0711269203 | 322 pages | True EPUB | 21.54 MB
From Dreams & Nightmares to Matters of Mortality , Depravity & Destruction to Gods & Monsters – this book introduces sometimes disturbing and often beautiful artworks that indulge our greatest fears , uniting us as humans from century to century.
But, while these themes might scare us – can't they also be heartening and beautiful? Exploring and examining the artworks with thoughtful and evocative text, S. Elizabeth offers insight into each artist's influences and inspirations, asking what comfort can be found in facing our demons ? Why are we tempted by fear and the grotesque? And what does this tell us about the human mind?

English | 2022 | ISBN: 152300326X | 217 pages | True PDF | 7.62 MB
Ditch the negative mental habits that derail conversations and destroy projects, and discover a framework for forging authentic, enduring, and productive connections.
We live in conversations like fish live in water-we're in them all the time, so we don't think about them much. As a result, we often find ourselves stuck in cyclical patterns of unproductive behaviors. We listen half-heartedly, react emotionally, and respond habitually, like we're on autopilot.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 1788794699 | 212 pages | True EPUB | 32.75 MB
Enjoy two of life's greatest pleasures – coffee and alcohol – with this comprehensive guide to mixing perfect coffee cocktails. World-class mixologist Jason Clark will inspire, excite and educate you by taking you behind the bar for a masterclass in creating coffee-based cocktails.
First take a journey into the history and craft of coffee, the world's most popular beverage, from crop to cup. Next follow his expert mixing tips aimed at everyone from keen beginners to bartenders working in the world's best bars. More than 75 recipes follow, covering all styles of cocktails from stirred and shaken through to blended and blazed. Learn how to perfect simple classics such as Espresso Martini and Irish coffee or try your hand at technical modern marvels Cinnamon Toast Crunch White Russian and Whiskey Pour Over. With The Art and Craft of Coffee Cocktails in hand your daily grind will never be the same!

English | 2022 | ISBN: 978-1138851719 | 351 pages | True PDF | 227.38 MB
The Architecture of the Facade provides a comprehensive study of the facade as both a physical and cultural artifact, highlighting its significance as a critical component of the civic realm and arguing for the restoration of the art of the facade as both a subject of study within academia and an aspiration within the profession at large.
As the principal surface of mediation, contextualization, and representation, the facade carries the lion's share of responsibility for containing the internal environment and confronting the outer world. And yet, in recent decades, the very question of what exactly a facade is has been raised by the dramatic changes in building technology, advances of parametric design, and the ubiquity of autonomous buildings. The Architecture of the Facade addresses these and other related issues.

English | 2023 | ISBN: 1032383380 | 130 pages | True EPUB | 36.36 MB
This introductory textbook provides practical exercises to help students and beginner animators get to grips with the basics of creating animated films. It covers both traditional 2D and 3D animated film, as well as experimental and computer animation.
The first part of the book includes exercises colour-coded by difficult, to guide readers through the activities as they become more challenging. The second part of the book focuses on development, pre-production, production, and post-production to assist you with making your animated films feel more professional. The book also includes information and guidance on how to easily create animation using only a mobile phone.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 0367406845 | 823 pages | True PDF | 93.32 MB
This volume presents a collection of studies by international experts on various aspects of ancient Israel's society, economy, religion, language, culture, and history, synthesizing archaeological remains and integrating them with discussions of ancient Near Eastern and biblical texts.
Driven by theoretically and methodologically informed discussions of the archaeology of the Iron Age Levant, the 47 chapters in The Ancient Israelite World provide foundational, accessible, and detailed studies in their respective topics. The volume considers the history of interpretation of ancient Israel, studies on various aspects of ancient Israel's society and history, and avenues for present and future approaches to the ancient Israelite world. Accompanied by over 150 maps and figures, it allows the reader to gain an understanding of key issues that archaeologists, historians and biblical scholars have faced and are currently facing as they attempt to better understand ancient Israelite society.

English | 2022 | ISBN: 0399581235 | 291 pages | True EPUB | 289.33 MB
The sweeping illustrated story of America's oldest and most iconic craft brewery, featuring a history of American brewing traditions and homebrew recipes for Anchor's top brews including Anchor Steam and California Lager
"A tale of worldly curiosity, brilliance, persistence, and a thirst to succeed . . . If you ever wondered why beer drinkers get passionate about good beer, read this book."—Charlie Papazian, author ofThe Complete Joy of Homebrewing