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Ish
Candlewick, 2004
Wonderful!
Here is a picture book that speaks to "the courage to create." Beautifully illustrated, Ish tells of Ramon, the boy with the gift of art. Reading the story, we realize that we all have a little of Ramon with us: the creative soul that wishes to bring forth a vision. ...
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Acrylic Revolution: New Tricks and Techniques for Working with the World's Most Versatile Medium
Nancy Reyner
North Light Books, 2007
Yes! Very happy with this book!
I bought this book thinking, "Yeah, right, like I need to see another tips book that tells me not to eat paint." In other words I didn't think there would be one page worth reading. But I tell the world right now there is enough in this book to keep me busy exploring ...
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First Art : Art Experiences for Toddlers and Twos
MaryAnn F. Kohl, Renee F. Ramsey, ...
Gryphon House, 2002
A big help !
I'm not very imaginative when it comes to "projects" for my kids (who are currently 3 and 1) so I love this book. I am thankful that there are people in the world with great ideas who share them in books. :P
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Charles Reid's Watercolor Solutions: Learn To Solve The Most Common Painting Problems
Charles Reid
North Light Books, 2008
Illustrative and Inspirational - Charles Reid's Best!
This ought to be the best book Charles Reid has written on watercolor. It's absolutely honest and generous at giving his best painting knowledge and advise to anyone who loves watercolor. C.Reid is undoubtely one of the greatest watercolor masters of our time and his ...
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Chasing Vermeer
Blue Balliett
Scholastic Paperbacks, 2005
Wonderfully Intriguing
I first checked out this book from the library thinking, "Eh. Just something for reading points." Well, let me tell you something. I WAS WRONG!!! This book is about to 6th graders who try to find the missing Vermeer painting, A Lady Writing. The story takes you through ...
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From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
E.L. Konigsburg
Aladdin, 1998
2nd favorite book
After the Witches by Roald Dahl this is my second favorite children's book. I just absolutely love it!!
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Classical Painting Atelier: A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Studio Practice
Juliette Aristides
Watson-Guptill, 2008
Oh . . . My . . . God . . .
How the heck were great painters of old trained anyway? They were apprenticed in Ateliers. Reading this book is like trying to sip water from the fire hydrant of knowledge. Now I understand why they painted from plaster casts: if you can't paint in black and white ...
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History of Modern Art: Painting, Sculpture, Architecture, Photography (5th Edition)
H. H. Arnason
Prentice Hall, 2003
Awesome book
I used this book in college for my two course survey of Modern Art. I absolutely loved the book and when I found out there was a hardback edition I had to have it. Let me tell you, getting it for 66 bucks is a STEAL! I saw this book brand new in a brick and mortar ...
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Duma Key: A Novel
Stephen King
Scribner, 2008
Truly mind blowing
I am a huge fan of Stephen King. Some of his stories truly scare me. A couple of months ago I picked up Duma Key. This book is so great. I'm an author myself and I learn so much from Stephen King every time I pick up one his books.
In Duma Key Edgar Freemantle ...
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The Dot (Irma S and James H Black Honor for Excellence in Children's Literature (Awards))
Candlewick, 2003
Great Book!
This is a great children's book. I have read a few of this author's books and I like this one the best.
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The Sistine Secrets: Michelangelo's Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican
Benjamin Blech, Roy Doliner
HarperOne, 2008
From Art History Prof.
An amazing work full of new and plausable ideas and theories.Kudos to authors Rabbi Benjamin Blech and Roy Doliner.Their research and proof opens a new dimension into the mind and genius of Michaelangelo.My students were awed by the insight and messages that were never ...
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Game Development Essentials: An Introduction
Jeannie Novak
Delmar Cengage Learning, 2007
Very good text book for school
No complaints here, the author gives very good examples to go with each topic she's explaining. Great excerpts from industry professionals add additional insight into the reading.
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Classical Drawing Atelier: A Contemporary Guide to Traditional Studio Practice
Juliette Aristides
Watson-Guptill, 2006
Beautiful Book
I had to buy this for my Life drawing class, but I'm not going to sell it back to my school. This book is great. Though it is a bit repetitive, it helps break down drawing skills. After reading this book, I drew a portrait that sold for over $100. It also has some ...
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I Absolutely Must Do Coloring Now or Painting or Drawing (Charlie and Lola)
Lauren Child
Grosset & Dunlap, 2006
Fun Charlie & Lola activity book!
I bought this for my 4-1/2-year-old, and she loves it! It has the classic Charlie & Lola style, but with things to color and fill in. It has suggestions to try adding fabric and paper to create a picture like the ones in the Charlie & Lola books and shows. An excellent ...
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Exploring InDesign CS3 (Design Exploration Series)
Terry Rydberg
Delmar Cengage Learning, 2007
Exploring InDesign CS3
This book is an invaluable resource for all knowledge levels. Although it's meant for a classroom, there are a lot of very informative lessons that can help improve productivity. With all of Terry's real world knowledge and respect for printers and typography, your ...
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