This handy practical & inspirational little book is perfect for the pocket or art bag. It shows watercolour painters of all levels how to loosen up their paintings & maintain spontaneity by painting simple watercolour studies in no more than 10 minutes. Written by popular artist Hazel Soan the book is arranged in three parts: the first section explains all about the equipment you will need; the second section covers techniques & shows what can be achieved with watercolour in a short time span; the third section looks at various subjects that are ideal for painting quickly. All the essential techniques are covered focusing particularly on maximizing brushstrokes & exploring colours & there is useful advice on deciding what to include & what to leave out. With helpful chapters on painting a wide range of subjects
- people landscapes seascapes buildings gardens flowers & still life
- this little guide is ideal for quick reference when working in the studio or out in the field.

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Everything was on a downward spiral in Derek Mills life
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Do you feel overwhelmed by work
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By the 1920s the Great Western Railway had established its reputation as the Holiday Line stretching from the bustling city of London to the beautiful coastline of the South West. The only company to survive the Grouping Act of 1921 with its identity intact it boasted one of the countrys most celebrated express trains: the Cornish Riviera Express popularly known as the 10.30 Limited. Published in 1923 this charming introduction to the history operation & journey of the service gives a nostalgic glimpse of what was
- at 226 miles
- the longest non-stop route in the world & which was to attain iconic status in the years to come.

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In this one-of-a-kind volume indispensable for students of art architecture & film Alex Danchev presents 100 Artists' Manifestos" each reproduced with an introduction on the author & the associated movement in " Penguin Modern Classics". This remarkable collection of 100 manifestos from the last 100 years is cacophony of voices from such diverse movements as Futurism Dadaism Surrealism Feminism Communism Destructivism Vorticism Stridentism Cannibalism & Stuckism taking in along the way film architecture fashion & cookery. Artists' manifestos are nothing if not revolutionary. They are outlandish outrageous & frequently offensive. They combine wit wisdom & world-shaking demands. This collection gathers together an international array of artists of every stripe including Kandinsky Mayakovsky Rodchenko Le Corbusier Picabia Dali Oldenburg Vertov Baselitz Kitaj Murakami Gilbert & George together with their allies & collaborators
- such figures as Marinetti Apollinaire Breton Trotsky Guy Debord & Rem Koolhaas. Editor Alex Danchev is the author of an acclaimed biography of artist Georges Braque & is Professor of International Relations at the University of Nottingham. His other works include " Alanbrooke War Diaries: Field Marshall Lord Alanbrooke" " The Iraq War & Democratic Politics" & " On Art & War & Terror". If you enjoyed "100 Artists' Manifestos" you might like John Berger's " Ways of Seeing" also available in " Penguin Modern Classics". " The Manifesto is remarkable for its imaginative power...it is the first great modernist work of art." (" Marshall Berman")."
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These are the best bikes to be found anywhere right now giving every kind of cyclist an overview of what is out there. Whether a BMXtreme or mountain bike enthusiast a keen tourer or racer a city commuter or courier or simply fascinated with the constantly advancing mechanics & engineering of folding & other innovative bike designs this book has something for you. The bikes on display come from across Europe East & South Asia & North America not to mention examples from the southern hemisphere. The major bike manufacturers like Boardman Giant & Fuji are of course featured but also more maverick material from Biomega Calfee & Daymak. 100 Best Bikes" is the essential resource for anyone wanting to know about the best in design & engineering for every kind of bike." ...

Britain is full of ghostly stories
- from the wraith of John Donne's wife to the Cock Lane poltergeist. Gillian Bennett has collected
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This is a collection of the very best poems for children edited by Roger Mc Gough. A wonderful collection of contemporary & classic poems chosen by children from schools around the UK. Roger Mc Gough made the final selection & wrote the introduction. Roger Mc Gough was born in Liverpool & educated at the University of Hull. He came to prominence in the 1960s with the publication of The Mersey Sound & is one of today's most popular poets. He writes for children & adults & performs his poetry all over the world. He was honoured with an OBE in 1997 & won the Signal Poetry Award in 1998. Roger now lives in London. Sheila Moxley is gaining a powerful reputation for her multi-cultural illustration. She lives in London. ...

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This title features 100 all-natural delicious recipes that are all free of lactose saturated fats cholesterol & cruelty. From classic breads cakes & desserts to imaginative new creations the recipes in this book eliminate the dairy & eggs without reducing the flavour. These homemade delights have been taste-tested to tantalizing perfection. Each bite proves that vegan-baked goods can be just as delectable as their animal-product counterparts. Whether one is motivated to do something positive for the earth to show compassion for animals or to be good for one's health these quick-to-make easy-to-bake recipes offer a proven new approach for novice bakers & professional pastry chefs alike. The 100 Best Vegan Baking Recipes" features alternatives for favourites like cupcakes brownies & chocolate chip cookies while also offering treats such as lime coconut bars blueberry streusel muffins & rosemary focaccia. The author refrains from exotic ingredient lists while presenting straightforward guidance on how baking works & what to use to veganize favourite recipes. From egg & butter replacers to nut & grain milks " The 100 Best Vegan Baking Recipes" details all the tried true & tastiest substitutes." ...