In THE ART OF DISCWORLD Terry Pratchett takes us on a guided tour of the Discworld courtesy of his favourite Discworld artist Paul Kidby. Following on from THE LAST HERO THE ART OF DISCWORLD is a lavish 112-page large format sumptuously illustrated look at all things Discworldian. Terry Pratchett provides the written descriptions while Paul Kidby illustrates the world that has made Pratchett one of the best-selling authors of all time. Here you will find favourites old & new: the City Watch including Vimes Carrot & Angua the three witches
- Granny Weatherwax Nanny Ogg & Magrat Garlick
- & the denizens of the Unseen University Library not forgetting the Librarian of course: they're all here in sumptuous colour together with the places: Ankh-Morpork Lancre Uberwald & more.. . No Discworld fan will want to be without this beautiful special gift book.

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Inside five talented artists reveal their professional secrets for drawing all the features that are unique to our furry & feathered friends
- from wet noses & expressive eyes to thick fur & delicate whiskers. The book opens with essential information about drawing tools & materials followed by instruction on how to approach a drawing
- such as building up forms with basic shapes transferring a reference & using a projected photo image. Then the authors demonstrate their unique approaches to drawing through an array of inspiring projects guiding readers from initial sketches through the detailed shading process to the finishing touches. As readers progress from project to project they will find a range of helpful topics such as portraying accurate proportions creating dynamic compositions & using coloured pencils. Packed with convincing illustrations & expert instruction The Art of Drawing Animals" is a comprehensive & indispensable resource for all artists smitten with the animal kingdom."

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The ever-increasing popularity of mythological & fantasy creatures in film graphic novels & television creates high demand for instruction books on drawing these fantastic beasts. In this new edition aspiring artists will find 144 pages of clear step-by-step instructions for drawing everything from fire-breathing dragons to seven-headed monsters & magical fairies. Information on the origin & history of mythological creatures gives this book an extra-special appeal. The authors helpful tips on shading & drawing techniques show readers everything they need to know to create their own impressive beasts. This book is unique because it features a wide range of fantasy subjects rather than focusing on only one type of creature. It also sets itself apart from similar books with its helpful information on combining graphite pencil with other media such as charcoal & black watercolour paint or ink. In addition this extraordinary book features dragons & other mythological creatures from around the world including those originating in Egyptian Irish Norse & Greek mythology. ...

Carlos Castaneda was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the 20th century. In this stunning new jacket edition ...

Is there an art to dying? & if there is what can we do to achieve a good death? We have few special rituals to prepare for death or to mark it & we often fail to help the dying prepare for death. The Art of Dying" contains accounts by the dying & those who have been with the dying in their final hours which help us to understand that death is a process. The experiences suggest that we are looked after throughout the transition from life to death & taken on a journey into love & light by loved ones who come back to take us. Other accounts are from people who have been emotionally close to someone & who unaware that the person they love is dying experience a sudden strong sense of their presence or an intimation of their death. Rational scientific explanations for these experiences are hard to find & it is almost impossible in the face of them to sustain the current scientific view that our consciousness is entirely brain-based & that it is extinguished at the moment our brain ceases to function. The world is more highly interconnected & more complex than the simple mechanical model we have followed for so long. The evidence suggests we are more than brain function & that something
- soul or spirit or consciousness
- will continue in some form or another for a while at least. We can ensure a "good death" for ourselves & help those we love achieve it too. " The Art of Dying" demonstrates that we can face death with a peaceful & untroubled mind; that death is not a lonely or a fearful journey but an intensely hopeful one."

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The embroidery of Jane E Hall is breathtaking & in this gorgeous book she combines her love of butterflies with her outstanding talent as a textile artist to produce three-dimensional renditions of exquisitely worked butterflies that are almost indistinguishable from the real thing. Using the finest of silk threads & needles Jane lovingly creates her butterflies wings using the tiniest of stitches worked on to silk. They are then carefully cut away & the edges strengthened with hair-fine wire before being attached to the bodies carefully crafted from air-drying modelling medium & brushed with whisper-fine threads to resemble hairs. The butterflies are then placed within a setting of silk leaves & flowers all made with the same painstaking attention to detail & expert skill as the butterflies themselves. This book provides a fascinating introduction to butterflies in nature reflecting Janes love & admiration for these exquisite creatures & goes on to describe the materials & methods Jane uses to produce her incredible creations. Twelve projects each based on a different butterfly including the Painted Lady Small Tortoiseshell & the Brimstone present the finished piece along with the materials Jane used & the photographs swatches drawings & paintings that inspired it. One of the most striking features of this book is the amazing photography of Janes work including detailed close-ups which together with Janes poetic & inspiring text make this a book that anyone who is an artist embroiderer textile artist or simply a lover of beautiful books
- will want to own.
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Gilda Baron combines her love of nature & skills as a textile artist & embroiderer in this inspirational & innovative step-by-step guide. Using painted & dyed backgrounds & hand & machine embroidery she presents a wonderful variety of three dimensional landscape & flower embroideries. A number of techniques are employed when applying colour to the fabric including batik salt discharge & brushing dye into a wet surface. Beautiful pictures are then stitched & built up over the background in easy stages. The feeling of perspective is enhanced by the clever use of scale & colour & all the techniques are explained clearly & demonstrated in a series of stunning projects. This original book is packed with practical advice & information. Anyone interested in pattern texture & colour will discover a wealth of inspiration when they work through the projects. Gildas highly individual designs will encourage beginners & more experienced embroiderers to create their own embroidered flower designs.
- Flowers are a popular subject
- One of the Needlecraft series
- Step-by-step guide


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With this lavish introduction to the centuries-old art of enameling even beginners can effortlessly create imaginative designs. It covers all the popular techniques & 14 fabulous projects. The various styles range from traditional cloisonne to experimental techniques such as firing enamel onto mesh forms. All the well-photographed projects from a vibrantly toned flower ring to an elegant set of buttons with a delicate leaf pattern encourage novices to use their skills & imagination. ...

Epic" reveals an ongoing battle deep in the forest between the forces of good & evil. When a teenage girl finds herself in this secret universe she must band together with a rag-tag team of characters to save their world
- & ours. " The Art of Epic"

Includes:: over 300 pieces of concept art character sketches storyboards & digital paintings along with interviews with the key animation talent."


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Begin by making your life a work of art. You dont have to be a super-achiever. You dont have to be unusually creative. You dont have to endure great obstacles. According to success expert Jim Rohn you dont have to do exceptional things at all. Just do ordinary things exceptionally well. Thats The Art of Exceptional Living." There are things you can should & must do to get your life on track of success. You may not be aware of it but they are already in your heart. In " The Art of Exceptional Living " Rohn provides the ideas & inspiration that lead to unstoppable daily progress. Using his exceptional powers of communication he helps you through difficult subject matter & teaches you how to get beyond personal setbacks to begin living according to ypour own rules. Youll begin by following the strategies of exceptional living including: Four major lessons that must be mastered in life The most common self-imposed limitations & how to deal with them How to get a miracle going in your life The foundation of good financial strategy " ...