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The Art of the Body: For Children and Adults
June 13th, 2010 | 
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A striking and unusual boardbook which teaches children their body parts via pieces of contemporary art by acclaimed artists, with short accompanying text that describes each artwork for the adult reader. For example, a graceful wire sculpture by Alexander Calder shows two acrobat artists. The stomach of one of the acrobats, which features a fabulous belly-button, is then extracted and reproduced on the opposite page with the word “Stomach.” Children adore matching the body parts together – as well as the diverse and beautiful artworks. The word “Stomach” is also translated into Spanish, French, German and Japanese. A few sentences are given for the adult reader that describe Calder’s work. Twelve body parts are featured, as listed below. They represent pieces by the masters of contemporary art to emerging leaders; women and men; people of many backgrounds.
Mouth – one of the classic “girl” painting by Roy Lichtenstein
Eye – an amusing, but always telling, work by Barbara Kruger
Nose – a fun photograph of his dogs by William Wegman
Ear – a striking self-portrait by Frida Kahlo
Hair – a intriguing photograph by Cindy Sherman
Arm – a beautiful, gentle work by Carrie Mae Weems
Hand – an amusing sculpture of three boys by Red Grooms
Leg – a fabulous sculpture using televisions by Nam June Paik
Foot – an amazing sculpture of a girl by Duane Hanson
Stomach – an outstanding wire work by Alexander Calder
Back – a rich beach-scene photograph by Max Yavno
Buttocks – a bright, California pool painting by David Hockney The artworks are beautifully reproduced in full-color. The book is designed for little and big hands with 5″ x 6″ dimensions.
Figure Drawing For Dummies
- ISBN13: 9780470390733
- Condition: USED – VERY GOOD
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Figure Drawing For Dummies appeals to both new art students and veteran artists who find it difficult to proportionally draw the human form. The illustrations and examples in Figure Drawing For Dummies are designed to help readers capture this elusive figure.
Cyclopedia Anatomicae: More Than 1,500 Illustrations of the Human and Animal Figure for the Artist
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More than 1,500 detailed, black-and-white illustrations of the human body and of animal Anatomy provide a valuable source of reference for students and working artists. The 604 pages of this oversized hardcover are designed to help the artist understand the basis of movement and the structure of man and 11 other animal species. Illustrated by Andras Szunyoghy.
Cyclopedia Anatomicae: More Than 1,500 Illustrations of the Human and Animal Figure for the Artist
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Inside the Human Body: A Source Book for Artists and Designers
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Inside the Human Body contains a collection of detailed drawings of the human body from the 19th century. The images show a precise overview of the circulatory system, nervous system, skeleton, and various internal organs as well as some anatomical studies. All illustrations are stored on the accompanying CD and are ready to use for printed media and web page design. They can also be used to produce postcards, or to decorate letters, flyers, etc. For the vast majority of applications, single images can be used free of charge. For information about conditions, please consult the introduction to this book, or visit our website.
Inside the Human Body: A Source Book for Artists and Designers
Human Proportions for Artists
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This is a comprehensive studio guide to human proportions listing over one hundred measurements of both male and female figures with head and face details. Measurements are in both inch and metric systems and fractions are in columns from heroic to 1/12 life size. Section are included on relative and comparative proportions and of dynamic symmetry.
The Nude Figure: A Visual Reference for the Artist
- ISBN13: 9780823032327
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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For thousands of artists lacking access to figure classes with live models, this portfolio of superbly photographed models provides a life-drawing studio right at home. An extensive compilation of traditional Life Drawing poses includes female and male figures in standing, seated, reclining, and action poses, each shown gracefully in circular movement, taking in all views: front, three-quarter-front, side, three-quarter back, and back. Each photograph is beautifully composed and lit, providing artists with all the nuances of muscle structure, line, and gesture to inspire fully developed Figure Drawings and paintings.
The Nude Female Figure: A Visual Reference for the Artist
- ISBN13: 9780823099917
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Computer Graphics for Artists II: Environments and Characters
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In this second volume of Computer Graphics for Artists the author, Andrew Paquette, guides the reader through the creation of realistic computer-generated backgrounds and characters. Rather than teach using a specific program, the author focuses on the theory required to ensure that the artist can create a convincing landscape, building, person or whatever they turn their attention to. Part One covers the core areas of background generation, such as CG terrain, plant life and architecture, but also deals with specific concepts such as photo-texturing and lighting, explaining all the advantages and pitfalls involved. Part Two introduces the reader to the study of the body-shape and movement and their consequent effects upon successful digital-recreation, as well as addressing some of the fundamental elements of appearance; hair, skin and fat. It is assumed that readers will be familiar with the terms and concepts described in the first volume of this work.
Computer Graphics for Artists II: Environments and Characters
The Human Figure: A Photographic Reference for Artists
- ISBN13: 9780471289494
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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A marvelous resource for artists, illustrators, and designers for work projects or practice studies, this book offers more than 600 detailed anatomical photographs helping artists improve their drawings of human figures. This timeless book features male and female models of all ages.
Drawing Cutting Edge Anatomy: The Ultimate Reference for Comic Book Artists
- ISBN13: 9780823023981
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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The follow-up title to the hit title Drawing Cutting Edge Comics, which has been translated into seven languages, this drawing tutorial shows artists how to draw the exaggerated musculature of super-sized figures in action poses. The guesswork is taken out of figuring out which muscles show through to the surface and how muscles appear through clothing. This instructional manual even gives both the Latin and the common terms for particular body parts such as scapula/shoulder blade. Hart covers all aspects of extreme anatomy. The book opens by providing detailed diagrams of all of the various muscle groups, including chest, back, shoulder, arm, and leg muscles. Then he covers many of the various extreme comic book types including good guy, bad guy, insane guy, punk, genius, and brute for men; and the heroine, bad gal, trashy gal, seductress, fighter babe, and cyber chick for women. As an added bonus, this book closes with two invaluable sections to all aspiring comic book artists. One provides a roadmap of all the steps an artist must take if he or she is going to get started in the comic book business, and advice on how the comic book business works. The second section features interviews with people from two of the most significant companies in the world of comics, Marvel Comics and Dark Horse Comics.
Drawing Cutting Edge Anatomy: The Ultimate Reference for Comic Book Artists
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