The Woodworker’s Studio Handbook offers readers a comprehensive and accessible guide to not only the nuts and bolts of this perennially popular craft but insight into the artisan crafter’s lifestyle. Much more than simple projects, this is the go-to reference for all home hobbyists.
Young children’s collaborative play is a little-researched and poorly understood area of childhood education. This solidly research-based book throws new light on a fascinating world of children’s play and relationships in early childhood settings. A key feature of the book is the weight given to children’s voices through the use of in-depth accounts of actual collaborative play episodes in two distinctive early childhood settings. The detailed, full field notes provide a substantial body of evidence of a little known area of children’s lives in early childhood settings, allowing the reader to become a participant in the children’s play.
Most of us would agree that sewing something that teens will like is, without a doubt, a challenge. In Project Teen, Melissa Mortenson, sewist and mother of three teenagers, shares not only her 21 teen-approved designs, but also invaluable tips and tricks for sewing for this unique (a.k.a. picky) age group. Whether you make a stylish tech cover, a cushy study pillow, or a personalized quilt, your teen will love these handmade gifts as much as you love them.
Master the art of imaginative photo-manipulation Ever since Man Ray imposed the sound holes of a violin onto his models back, photographers have been enthusiastic practitioners of surreal art. With the advent of high-quality digital photo-manipulation the possibilities for creativity have become infi nite. This book reveals the latest developments in the fi eld and demystifi es the techniques used by modern surreal photographers, whether they favour straight-out-of-the-camera surrealism or sophisticated digital manipulations. Breaking down the shooting and editing process so any reader can follow, this book provides step-by-step instructions for creating extraordinary scenes. With contributions from numerous artists, including Natalie Dybisz, Jon Jacobsen and Patrick Desmet, readers will be able to explore many di? erent styles, from impossible landscapes to unsettling portraits.
Bestselling “sexpert” Xaviera Hollander’s first how-to guide-on how to have mind-blowing sex. Xaviera Hollander may not have invented sex, but she is certainly one of its most outspoken proponents. Her book The Happy Hooker has sold more than 16 million copies worldwide and continues to captivate new readers with its humor, its zest for life, and, above all, for its downright honesty.
Photography Masterclass is a hands-on digital photography magazine providing expert advice with easy to follow tutorials and techniques, helping you take dramatic pictures and get the most out of your photography.
Photography Masterclass is a hands-on digital photography magazine providing expert advice with easy to follow tutorials and techniques, helping you take dramatic pictures and get the most out of your photography.
PC Pro – the UK’s biggest selling PC monthly magazine, and your source of professional IT news, reviews and tests. Combining in–depth industry comment and analysis with rigorous product testing.
Mac|Life provides exclusive, authoritative information and advice for readers who want to get the most out of their Macs, iPods, and third-party hardware, software, and services. The magazine also delivers informative feature articles showcasing the latest hardware and software, an expanded “how-to” section, and candid reviews of the latest gear.
Ken Koskela is a Chicago-based travel photographer who captures subjects in excellent light, whether a dead tree forest in Namibia or a villager in rural China. Although Ken shoots a variety of subjects, he is especially known for his environmental portraits of everyday people, his ethereal landscape images and “human element” pictures that combine people and nature. He loves photographing in Asia and has garnered recognition for his portrait work in Indonesia and China. Ken combines his love of photography with over 20 years of travel experience to more than 75 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and South America. His images appear in books, magazines, travel guides and calendars from around the world. Beyond photography, Ken holds a dual-major MBA in international business and finance and has two decades of experience strengthening financial inclusion in developing countries.
Digital Slr Photography is the UK’s leading magazine for digital SLR photographers of all levels from beginner to enthusiast and professionals. An expert team of photographers provide inspirational images, practical technique advice and authoritative equipment reviews. Expert Advice for Todays Photapher Digital SLR Photography addresses the needs of today’s photographer in a lively, informative and stylish format. Dedicated to digital SLR photographers of all abilities, from beginner through enthusiast to professional it will inform and entertain you through a unique blend of technique articles, inspirational images, news and authoritative reviews.
Custom PC is a modern, aspirational PC magazine that covers technology trends not found in the traditional PC press and talks directly to the growing performance hardware and modding community. Every month Custom PC includes the hottest tech news, unique features, interactive reader challenges and definitive reviews of cutting-edge hardware. Its independent, entertaining and technically rigorous editorial, comprehensive labs tests and customised benchmarks provide readers with clear buying advice. Custom PC is a powerful and recognisable brand amongst PC enthusiasts and we are constantly looking at new ways to lock-in readers
