Moira Huntly Sketchbook Secrets Paperback Rare opportunity to see the development of field sketches to paintings Insight into the workings of a respected & established artist Features sketches made on location all over the world Moira Huntly's Sketchbook Secrets takes the reader into the heart of the well-loved artist's work, showing how she captures images & occasions in her sketchbook, & how she then takes those ideas through to finished paintings. This is a unique opportunity to see the complete progression of a painting, from field sketch to finished artwork. Throughout the book, Huntly provides useful insights, anecdotes, & tips, showing how artists can make the most creative use of sketches & sketchbooks, as well as demonstrating the essentials of field sketching & how an idea can be developed from these sketches. ...

My Dog is a Genius Understand & Improve Your Dog's Intelligence Whether you have a prize-winning poodle or a much-loved mongrel this practical, fascinating & fun book shows you how to bring out the inner genius in your dog. Begin by learning to understand his natural abilities & in-bred talents, then assess how clever he really is with the relevant step-by-step tests & experiments provided by each chapter, such as proving your dog can count, testing your pet's memory & improving his obedience to words & commands. Filled with useful advice on how to improve your dog's faculties & featuring great games for you & your pet to enjoy, My Dog is a Genius helps keep his brain sharp & you both entertained. About the Author David Taylor is an eminent & highly respected veterinary surgeon. He founded the International Zoo Veterinary Group in 1969 & now travels widely across the globe, treating everything from giant pandas to killer whales. He is the author of over 40 pet care books including the bestsellers The Ultimate Dog, You & Your Dog & Think Cat. He has also appeared on several TV shows. Paperback: 144 pages Publisher: Hamlyn (1 Mar 2008) Language English ISBN-10: 060061655X ISBN-13: 978-0600616559 ...

p>" Masterful Color" redefines the way readers think about coloured pencils. Over 15 step-by-step demonstrations teach a classic approach to colour, value & composition to help readers achieve intense colour rivaling the paintings of the Old Masters. Readers learn to create depth & drama in coloured pencil with techniques such as tonal underpainting, chiaroscuro, colour layering & more. About the Author Arlene Steinberg worked as a textile & wallpaper designer for over 20 years. After retiring from that industry, she put her talents towards creating realistic paintings in coloured pencil. Since then, her coloured pencil paintings have won many awards. Arlene teaches her techniques in Long Isl&, New York, where she lives, as well as nationally and in Canada. Her work can be viewed at www.arlenesteinberg.com. ...