An illustrated, step-by-step guide for creating digital art and graphic effects using both Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator software. The book offers graphic designers, illustrators, and photographers a collection of updated, time-saving techniques for creating breathtaking electronic designs--plus new material for updated software.
Traces the history of modern art from the 1850s to the present day, and introduces the main ideas and movements of each period with a few important works and Internet links for further study.
Provides an introduction to Indonesia using a question-and-answer format that discusses land features, government, housing, transportation, industries, education, sports, art forms, holidays, food, and family life. Includes a map, facts, and charts.
Castles explores how people used to live and the imaginative ways people defended and attacked fortresses of the past. New, stunning and realistic Discovery artwork portrays intimate details of castles from all over the world - from early Celtic hill forts to sophisticated Chinese palaces.
Welcome to Baby 101, where big subjects are tailored for little babies. Featuring simple words and bright and engaging illustrations, this introduction to architecture includes information about how buildings are made, featuring famous sites like the Colosseum, the Taj Mahal, and the pyramids. So don't be late, because this is one class that babies won't want to miss. Look for the surprise lift…
Where do the king's beautiful daughters disappear to night after night? And who can solve the mystery of the twelve pairs of dancing slippers, worn to shreds by the morning? Internationally acclaimed illustrator Jane Ray, vividly brings to life the fun-loving princesses of the classic Grimm fairy tale, as they boldly escape the confines of their father's castle. With its sumptuous, detailed ill…
This reader spotlights the animals of Africa in their various habitats and how they interact with one another. We climb mountain peaks with wolves, ibex, and geladas. We take flight with the red-billed quelea. Below, we join migrating herds crossing savannahs and deserts. Giraffes, zebras, and oryx try to avoid packs of hyenas in their quest for grass and water. Featuring simple text and full-c…
Ancient religions and other facets of India's rich and colorful culture are explored in this updated edition that includes new breathtaking photos and updated text on the now-outlawed marriage dowry, the many religious sects, arts and crafts, and more. Includes a recipe for Indian ice cream. Full-color illustrations.
An ideal way to start children on an exciting, creative adventure towards global understanding! The fun, easy-to-do art activities in Global Art use collage, painting, drawing, printing, construction and sculpture to help children appreciate people and cultures from all over the world. Each activity is explained in step-by-step detail an accompanied by geographic and cultural background to help…