Digital illustration is a revolution, & this is a frontline report. The Complete Guide to Digital Illustration covers the whole breadth of this exciting field, from the most stylized line drawn artwork to photorealistic 3D animation. This comprehensive review is a must for anyone with an interest in the graphic arts. ...

This updated third edition of The Complete Guide to Digital Photography has over 600 illustrations, jargon-busting glossary of terms & a full easy to use index you can create crisp colour photographs every time. The book is split into 4 sections covering hardware, digital, techniques & outdoors to provide you with everything you need to know to take great pictures wherever you are. ...

Calling all comic fans! Packed with tips, techniques & step-by-step guides based on the illustrations of 5 acclaimed comic artists,

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With warnings about rising infertility rates & the dangers of leaving motherhood too late, many women are concerned about when or whether they will manage to have a baby. Written by an international expert on fertility, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO FEMALE FERTILITY deals with the medical facts, the emotional & social aspects of female fertility, &

Includes:: the real-life experiences & insights of dozens of women. It

Includes:: information on: * how your repoductive sustem works * when you are at your most fertile * how you age affects your chances of conceiving * how you can boost your fertility naturally * what may stop you getting pregnant * what reproductive technology can do to help. This book has 220 pages & is 21.2 x 13.6 x 2.4 cms



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Many people find English grammar daunting: if you are one of them, then this is the book for you. The Complete Guide to Grammar is an indispensable guide for all native English speakers who were not taught formal grammar, & who have ever wondered about the correct use of a word or phrase. It is also an invaluable learning tool for students of English of lower intermediate standard & above. The book deals with each area of grammar in a concise, readable manner, providing relevant examples. Each topic is explained in a self-contained two-page section, highlighting mistakes commonly made within each area of grammar, & there is also a full glossary of grammatical terms indispensable to any intelligent discussion of grammar, together with a comprehensive index for ease of use. If you have ever hesitated to confidently split an infinitive, or wondered to whom you should address yourself, this book is for you! ...

A practical manual on keeping poultry in the garden
- from buying & rearing to breeding & exhibiting
- with step-by-step techniques

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Low light photography is an area that demands the utmost from the camera, & draws on all the skills of the photographer. Successful low-light photographs have always presented a technical challenge: How do you capture enough light to secure a great picture? How do you judge & control lengthy timed exposures? How & when should you use additional lighting? The Complete Guide to Low-Light Photography explores the way that digital cameras can help you create stunning images of sunrises & sunsets, the night sky, dramatically lit cityscapes, firework displays, & more. This in-depth guide covers all the camera skills a photographer needs to guarantee great pictures in challenging lighting, & reveals how the features built in to many of the latest SLRs & compacts can make a difference. From in-camera image previewing, to white-balance correction & ISO control, the Complete Guide to Low-Light Photography teaches you everything you need to know about successful low light shooting. In addition, the book covers digital editing techniques, including HDR, that can be used to rescue a disaster, or create a low light masterpiece. ...

A comprehensive directory of the world's greatest stamps, including colour images of over 3000 stamps from more than 200 countries. Providing an expert guide to understanding & acquiring wonderful stamps by one of the world's foremost collectors. Details the stories behind the flaws, incidents & propaganda that created some of the world's most collectable stamps. Including step-by-step instructions on mounting & preserving stamps, with examples of useful tools & accesories. ...

Whether you're a complete beginner or a keen gardener, there are always times when it helps to have a reliable expert at your side. In The Complete How to be a Gardener, Alan Titchmarsh draws on his extensive knowledge & experience to give you a comprehensive guide to becoming a successful gardener. Alan starts with the fundamentals, covering the absolute essentials that every gardener needs to know, including information on how plants work & what they need to survive, as well as where to begin if you're a first-time gardener. Each chapter

Includes:: practical advice & step-by-step techniques & projects, as well as information on garden maintenance & a host of Alan's favourite plants to help you in your selection. With its perfect balance of down-to-earth information & inspirational garden ideas, this complete paperback edition of How to be a Gardener gets to the very heart of gardening & provides a comprehensive reference manual for any garden owner.

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Vegan cooking is often associated with being healthy, but its not always low in fat.

The Complete Idiots Guide to Low-Fat

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