Plants & Animals

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Gold Medal, 2016 Foreword INDIES Book AwardsThe best-selling, ultimate guide to nature drawing and journaling!A potent combination of art, science, and boundless enthusiasm, this art instruction book from John Muir Laws (author of The Laws Guide to Drawing Birds) is a how-to guide for becoming a better artist and a more attentive naturalist. In straightforward text complemented by step-by-step illustrations, dozens of exercises lead the hand and mind through creating accurate reproductions of plants and animals as well as landscapes, skies, and more. Laws provides clear, practical advice for every step of the process for artists at every level, from the basics of choosing supplies to advanced techniques. While the book’s advice will improve the skills of already accomplished artists, the emphasis on seeing, learning, and feeling will make this book valuable—even revelatory—to anyone interested in the natural world, no matter how rudimentary their artistic abilities.

A mini tattoo mood board in a book—plus, two sheets of temporary tats in the back to try ’em out before you commit!Illustrated by tattoo artist McKenna Lah (@pokingyou.softly), Itty Bitty Ink is your sign to get that teensy tattoo you've always wanted. Full of sweet, charming illustrations—from bunnies in bows and fresh farmer's market vegetables to delightful mini cowboy boots and beautiful blooming roses—this little book is bursting with inspiration.<BR><BR> Plus, there are two sheets of temporary tattoos at the back, perfect whether you're looking to get a real tattoo and want to take a design for a test drive, or aren't quite ready to take the leap and just want to have some fun. Take a peek! Something in here is sure to make you smile.ON TREND: Tiny tattoos are all the rage! Seen on icons like Zoë Kravitz and Hailey Bieber, there's something so beautifully chic about a little tattoo. Use this book for inspiration!<BR><BR> MULTIPURPOSE ART INSPO: Whether you're looking for a real tattoo or want a little coffee table candy, this book is it!<BR><BR> ADORABLE PACKAGE: Not only are the illustrations insanely cute, but with a padded case and sprayed edges, this book is irresistible for browsing or displaying in your home, office, or dorm room.<BR><BR> TEMPORARY TATTOO EXTRAS: The back of the book contains two temporary tattoo sheets that bring these designs to life.Perfect for: - Tattoo lovers and dreamers - Tattoo artists  - Anyone who likes cute, mini things - Fans of tiny tattoo style icons like Rihanna and Sabrina Carpenter - Gift-giving for birthday, graduation, bachelorette party, Galentine’s Day, or any special occasion

A delightful, warmhearted book about home and nesting perfect for bird lovers, naturalists, and anyone charmed by the coziness of a snug nest.<BR><BR>This book is meticulously designed as a large-format visual portfolio of the world’s most distinctive birds, whose nesting behavior and natural beauty are celebrated in beautifully detailed graphite and watercolor illustrations—all based on actual field studies. The exquisitely detailed bird, nest, and egg portraits are framed by details that include building techniques, materials, egg characteristics (shapes, colors, and number in a clutch), hatchlings and chicks, and parenting behaviors.<BR><BR>Nowhere is avian ingenuity more beautifully expressed than in the construction of nests. The book is organized into chapters based on species’ nesting techniques: South America’s crested oropendola, whose intricate, pendulous, sphere-like nests hang in trees like holiday ornaments; Arizona’s ferruginous pygmy owl, whose nests are hidden in vicious yet protective thorns and bristles of giant saguaro cacti; and peregrine falcons, who scrape out a shallow depression called an eyrie in the sides of cliffs or—in urban settings—ledges on skyscrapers.<BR><BR>This beautiful book celebrates the very idea of making a warm, cozy home. It is also a timely reminder of the diversity, beauty, and ingenuity of the avian world.

New title in the Flame Tree Notebook collection, combining beautiful art with high-quality production, with lined pages, a pocket at the back, two ribbon bookmarks and a solid magnetic flap. Perfect as a gift, or personal choice for notetakers and journal users of all kinds.<BR><BR>A FLAME TREE NOTEBOOK. Beautiful and luxurious the journals combine high-quality production and FSC-certified paper with magnificent art. Perfect as a gift, and an essential personal choice for writers, notetakers, travellers, students, poets and diarists. Features a wide range of well-known and modern artists, with new artworks published throughout the year.<BR><BR>BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED. The highly crafted covers are printed on foil paper, embossed then foil stamped, complemented by the luxury binding and rose red endpapers, all FSC-certified. The covers are created by our artists and designers who spend many hours transforming original artwork into gorgeous 3d masterpieces that feel good in the hand, and look wonderful on a desk or table.<BR><BR>PRACTICAL, EASY TO USE. Flame Tree Notebooks come with practical features too: a pocket at the back for scraps and receipts; two ribbon markers to help keep track of more than just a to-do list; robust ivory text paper, printed with lines; and when you need to collect other notes or scraps of paper the magnetic side flap keeps everything neat and tidy.<BR><BR>THE ARTIST. Emma J Shipley is a British graphic artist known for her intricately detailed, hand-drawn designs that blend the beauty of nature’s wildest places with her vivid imagination. Taking inspiration from the untamed landscapes of South America’s jungles and Africa’s savannahs, Emma combines these natural wonders with influences from myths, legends, and fairy tales, creating a unique and fantastical world of design. Her work invites nature lovers, dreamers, and maximalists to transform their world with a touch of magic. <BR><BR>THE FINAL WORD. As William Morris said, "Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful."

Fall in love with cats from Japan! What do people love more? Cats or Japan? Why compromise? What could be cuter than a book that combines the two?! Neko is a finely curated collection of cute cats doing what they do best in the world's favourite tourist destination. Whether they're building their own empire on one of Japan's dedicated cat islands, roaming the streets looking for fish and scritches or reclining at temples, one thing's for sure: the cats of Japan are some of the cutest kitties out there and everyone loves them. Neko provides a glimpse into the lives of Japan's feline overlords.Neko is curated by Masayuki Oki, one of Japan's most popular cat photographers. With more than 500,000 Instagram followers, Masayuki's photographs regularly win competitions in nature photography. Masayuki travels Japan taking photos of adorable cats being playful, cheeky and cute. He frequently exhibits his work throughout Japan and has a global following on X, Facebook and Instagram as well as his own blog.

Michaela Müller präsentiert in diesem Buch die faszinierende Formenvielfalt von Blättern und Blüten. In 'Bunte Blätter' zeigt sie, wie diese Pflanzen mit unterschiedlichen Drucktechniken auf Stoff, Papier oder gar in Ton abgebildet werden können.Verfahren wie Gelplattendruck, Direktdruck, Sonnendruck, Cyanotypie, Ecoprint, Schablonendruck oder Milchtütendruck eröffnen vielfältige Möglichkeiten für künstlerische Experimente. Entlang des Jahreskreises stellt Michaela Müller Projekte zum Nacharbeiten vor. So entstehen aus den Abdrucken von Frühblühern, Gänseblümchen oder Farnen Einbände für Sammelmappen und Reisebücher, Stofftäschchen oder Patchworkdecken. Ein kreativer Streifzug durch die Natur für das ganze Jahr.

Wie lassen sich zwei so anachronistisch scheinende Felder wie der frühneuzeitliche Vanitas-Topos und zeitgenössische Kunst vereinbaren? Hat Ersterer aufgrund seiner außerordentlich virtuosen, komplexen und gleichzeitig höchst eingängigen Stillleben eine Verdichtung von Vergänglich- und Endlichkeitsreflexionen zu verzeichnen, so ist festzustellen, dass sich insbesondere die zeitgenössische Fotografie erneut und vermehrt dieser Thematik annimmt. Aus kunstwissenschaftlicher Perspektive schließt diese Arbeit eine Forschungslücke. Ausgangspunkt bildet dabei die These, dass die Reflexion von 'Zeit' sowohl als zentrales Grundelement der Vanitas zu betrachten ist, als auch für die Fotografie auf ästhetischer, technischer sowie diskurstheoretischer Ebene als konstitutiv gelten kann. Mit Fokus auf dem Sujet des Blumenstilllebens wird der Frage nachgegangen, inwiefern fotografische Temporalkonstruktionen mit der Denkfigur der Vanitas korrelieren, d. h. wie sich die Fotografie hinsichtlich ästhetischer als auch konzeptueller Schnittstellen zum frühneuzeitlichen Topos verhält. Anhand ausgewählter Positionen wird untersucht, inwiefern durch eine spezifisch fotografische Darstellungsweise Re-Semantisierungen erzeugt und Facetten des Topos transformiert werden können.

¿Cute Capybaras: Ausmalen, Spaß haben und entspannen mit den niedlichen Wasserschweinen An den supersüßen Capybaras kommt aktuell niemand vorbei, und man muss sie einfach ins Herz schließen! 45 Ausmalbilder rund um die kuscheligen, liebenswerten Wasserschweine warten in diesem Buch auf dich: Ob beim Städtetrip im Selfie-Mode, beim Surfen, auf der Almhütte, beim Campen oder einfach nur Chillen mit guter Musik, die Capybaras machen immer gute Laune. Schnapp dir also deine Stifte, starte mit deinen Lieblingsmotiven und genieße deine kreative Me-time!Die liebevoll von Hand gezeichneten Illustrationen sorgen für entspanntes Ausmalen und Freude am Gestalten. Das stabile, hochwertige Papier lässt die Farben strahlen, und dank der einseitigen Motive drückt auch keine Farbe aufs nächste Motiv durch. Auf der Farbtestseite zu Beginn des Buches kannst du deine Stifte ausprobieren, bevor du mit dem Ausmalen startest.Wann immer du dir eine kleine Auszeit brauchst: Mach es wie die Capybaras und gönn dir deine cozy moments! Cute Capybaras - einfach niedlich! 45 süße Ausmalmotive, die mit viel Liebe zum Detail gezeichnet wurden.Hochwertiges Papier: Das kräftige Papier sorgt dafür, dass deine Farben nicht durchdrücken und schön strahlen. Deine Farben kannst du vor dem Ausmalen auf einer extra Testseite ausprobieren.¿ Cozy Coloring – der topaktuelle Ausmaltrend¿ 45 superniedliche Illustrationen für noch mehr Ausmalspaß¿ Ideal zum Entspannen und Abschalten¿ Hochwertiges Papier für unterschiedliche Stiftarten geeignet¿ Mit Testseite für deine Farben¿ Tolles Geschenk für alle Fans der niedlichen Wasserschweine Wir übernehmen Verantwortung – für die Umwelt und für die Menschen. - Deshalb produzieren wir unsere Bücher ressourcenschonend auf 100 % Recyclingpapier und verwenden mineralölfreie Farben auf Basis von Pflanzenöl. - Und mit jedem gedruckten Buch unterstützen wir Kinderhilfsprojekte auf der ganzen Welt. Wie genau das alles funktioniert? Auf seiner Website informiert der Verlag ausführlich und transparent darüber.

A beautifully illustrated survey of the world's most inspiring kitchen gardens, from potagers and historic estates to rooftop urban farms 'Celebrates the diversity of what an edible garden can be.' - GardenistaThis stunning volume celebrates the rich history of kitchen gardens through more than 50 of the world's finest examples, each explored in depth through gorgeous imagery, vivid storytelling, and insightful texts highlighting garden and growing details.Organized geographically, the book reveals how climate, culture, and history inform productive gardens around the world. Readers will discover European walled gardens flush with flowers and edibles; a forward-thinking, rooftop urban farm in Singapore; and an abundant coastal garden in Patagonia that proves green things can grow in the harshest of places. Iconic locations, such as Château de Villandry and Bunny Mellon's Oak Spring Garden, appear alongside community spaces, such as Alice Waters' Edible Schoolyard in California, as well as stunning contemporary gardens by Patrice Taravella (Babylonstoren, South Africa), Arne Maynard (Gordon Castle, Scotland), Charles Stick (Sleepy Cat Farm, USA), and other renowned designers.Gardeners of all abilities will discover the story behind each garden and its creation. Large images and informative texts offer the reader both inspiration and useful advice for what to grow in spaces of all shapes and sizes. Authored by Dr. Toby Musgrave, a garden historian and a grower at the iconic De Runde Haver community gardens in Nærum, Denmark, The Kitchen Garden includes extensive captions about each of the featured gardens, as well as an illustrated introduction charting the history of kitchen gardens and six topic essays on key subjects, including protected cropping, organic techniques, and training fruit.

Channel creativity, embrace calm and go mindfully with Johanna Basford’s latest creation: colour-in affirmation cards. <BR> <BR>This beautifully illustrated deck of 30 cards invites you into a blissful botanical world. Each card features an inspiring affirmation that will bring the tranquillity, resilience and power of the natural world into your everyday. <BR> <BR>The rest of the card is adorned with blooming flowers, luscious foliage, peaceful landscapes and carefree creatures to colour in. <BR> <BR>Whether you’re seeking solace in the tranquillity of Johanna Basford’s illustrations, tuning in to the positive vibes of the affirmations or being uplifted by the vibrant hues of your colouring process, this collection is the perfect companion in cultivating a joyful, balanced life. <BR><BR>Inside the box you’ll find: - 30 inspiring colour-in affirmation cards to help you channel the tranquillity, resilience and power of the natural world in your day-to-day life.¿ - Artwork by Johanna Basford, the world’s bestselling colouring expert.¿ - A decorative stand to display your finished cards and keep your affirmation in view. ¿ - Sustainable packaging: made entirely from FSC-certified paper and card, with no single-use plastics. <BR>Unleash your creativity, colour your world and make these affirmations part of your daily routine. <BR> <BR>Gift box contains: 30 affirmation cards ready to be coloured and displayed on the decorative stand included. 

Step by StepsFantasy-Kreatur in Airbrush-Mischtechnik von Roger HasslerHumorvolles Tierporträt von Luz de la CalleTotenkopf-Charakter von Daniela FrongiaFantasy-Porträt von Marque Terrynamahr StricklandSpecialsVon Schablone bis Sticker: Hobby-Schneidplotter im ÜberblickDie Gewinner des Skate Deck Paint Contests von Coast AirbrushAirbrush Step by Step bietet Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitungen in verschiedenen Schwierigkeitsgraden für Airbrush-Illustrationen, Custom Painting, Modellbau Bodypainting und andere Anwendungsbereiche. Es stellt aktuelle Produkte und neueste Techniken vor, präsentiert News und Berichte aus der Airbrush-Community und gibt Einblicke in die Werke und Arbeitsweisen von Künstlern weltweit.

A practical, must-have handbook for botanical artists that can be returned to time and time again, in association with the RHS and created with the input of its team of botany experts.<BR><BR>Learn how to combine artistic skill with scientific observation in this practical and inspiring guide to botanical art. Ideal for both experienced botanical artists and those new to the form, RHS Watercolour Botanical Art provides comprehensive information on plant types, along with practical tips and step-by-step projects to help tackle the challenges of painting complex botanical structures.<BR><BR>THIS BOOK FEATURES<BR>- Everything you need to blossom as a botanical artist<BR>- Tips on a range of painting techniques<BR>- 15 practical projects, each focusing on a different challenge<BR>- Illustrated profiles of leading botanical artists<BR><BR>Packed full of practical guidance and beautifully illustrated throughout, RHS Watercolour Botanical Art is the essential guide to painting scientifically accurate and visually striking plants.

"A sumptuous reminder of the botanical wonders that have shared our planet for 500 million years.... Atlas of Botany is a great read and reference book for any gardener, naturalist, or armchair traveller."- HortWeekTravel through time and across the world to discover the enthralling, pragmatic, and downright devious strategies that plants deploy to adapt, survive, and thrive.Plants first emerged on a very different looking Earth 500 million years ago. As land masses moved, they were brought together in fierce competition with one another, or separated to continue their lives in very different conditions. On this evolutionary journey, plants developed ingenious strategies to disperse and extend their range, and increase their diversity.Plants populate almost every part of Earth's land surface - from tropical zones to cracks in city pavements - and have fundamentally shaped the natural regions of our planet. In a work of breathtaking narrative scope and visual mastery, Atlas of Botany maps the changing conditions and continents of the prehistoric world and the biomes of the modern one. Complex biology is transformed into clear, engaging text that explores how plants have overcome the challenges of survival, and describes the numerous ways in which they have interacted with pollinators and people along the way.In the pages of this sumptuous botanical book, you will discover:- A unique blend of plant science, geography, nature, and human history that provides an unparalleled view of plant life on Earth- The intricate and sometimes bizarre ways that plants have adapted to live almost everywhere- A detailed understanding of where plants come from and the conditions in which they prefer to growProduced in association with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh this beautiful book combines the best elements of gardening books, science books, and nature books - featuring exquisite botanical illustrations, detailed photography, and clear, concise explanations - to tell the story of how plants evolved and survived, and how they continue to thrive.