Water category: 2366 books
by Milton Roth
Language: English
Release Date: February 22, 1988
Language: English
Release Date: February 22, 1988
From a well-known model builder, here are hints, tips, and techniques gallre. Roth covers the history of ships and model-ship building; discusses plans, sizes, conversions, and methods of construction. For ship modelers who want to improve the details and appearance of their models.
by Don Casey
Language: English
Release Date: January 22, 1996
Language: English
Release Date: January 22, 1996
A fiberglass hull's seamless nature leads many boatowners to conclude that repair must be difficult. Wrong. Here, clearly and abundantly illustrated, is all you need to know to seal joints, bed hardware, replace portlights, locate leaks, fix cracks and even holes, restore your hull's gloss, renew nonskid decks, and much more. You'll wonder what you were worried about.
The Boatbuilder's Apprentice
The Ins and Outs of Building Lapstrake, Carvel, Stitch-and-Glue, Strip-Planked, and Other Wooden Boa
Language: English
Release Date: November 5, 2006
Learn the Ins and Outs of Building Lapstrake, Carvel, Stitch-and-Glue, Strip-Planked, and Other Wooden Boats
Whether you are contemplating your first-ever boatbuilding project or trying to decide what design you'd like to build next, Greg Rössel can help. Here's just a glimpse of what's inside...
Pete Culler on Wooden Boats
The Master Craftsman's Collected Teachings on Boat Design, Building, Repair, and Use
Language: English
Release Date: November 9, 2007
The insights and wisdom of the late, great boat designer and builder
Renowned as one of the last and best of the old-time boatbuilders, Captain R. D.“Pete” Culler provided a guiding light for the wooden boat revival in the 1970s. His designs are classic melds of elegance and utility; his...
by Adrian Neison
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016
Language: English
Release Date: September 6, 2016
This vintage book is a complete and accessible guide to boat construction, with full instructions for designing and building punts, skiffs, canoes, sailing boats, and more. With detailed working drawings and simple, step-by-step instructions, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience,...
Fearless Watercolor for Beginners
Adventurous Painting Techniques to Get You Started
Language: English
Release Date: May 26, 2015
Finally! Artful watercolor painting for beginners!
Yes, YOU can do it. YOU can create beautiful watercolor paintings--everything from florals to portraits to landscapes--even if you've never before worked with this exuberant, exciting medium. Fearless Watercolor for Beginners offers a unique,...
The Watercolor Flower Artist's Bible
An Essential Reference for the Practicing Artist
Language: English
Release Date: January 27, 2009
This is the perfect book for readers to keep handy in the studio, and reference often. The photographs, illustrations and diagrams, make the learning process simple and fun for beginning painters and provides useful tips for more advanced artists.
This book is divided into three sections. In...
Dreamscapes
Creating Magical Angel, Faery & Mermaid Worlds In Watercolor
Language: English
Release Date: February 1, 2008
Bring a Fantasy World of Enchanting Beings to Life!
Angels, faeries and mermaids have engaged the imaginations and enchanted the brushes of artists for centuries. Now you can evoke the spirit of these mythical creatures and create fantastic works of ethereal art in watercolor. Step by inspired...
The Watercolor Course You've Always Wanted
Guided Lessons for Beginners and Experienced Artists
Language: English
Release Date: August 18, 2015
A comprehensive and practical guide to watercolor painting from sought-after instructor and acclaimed artist Leslie Frontz that answers the two most common questions students at all levels want to know: What am I doing wrong? and How do I decide what to do instead?
In the tradition of the eminently...
Just Add Watercolor
Inspiration and Painting Techniques from Contemporary Artists
Language: English
Release Date: March 3, 2015
A beautifully illustrated, easy-to-navigate guide to creating contemporary watercolors, pairing full-page paintings with insights and tips for artists.
Featuring 200 of the best works of young, modern watercolor painters, paired with bite-sized painting tips and art instruction, Just Add Watercolor...
Beginner's Watercolour
Simple projects for artists
Language: English
Release Date: February 5, 2015
Over 20 simple watercolour projects for beginners, packed with techniques and tips. Paint beautiful watercolours with ease, even if you've never picked up a brush! With a fully illustrated step-by-step introduction and a range of beautiful projects to paint, you'll quickly go from painting novice...
The Art of Creative Watercolor
Inspiration and Techniques for Imaginative Drawing and Painting
Language: English
Release Date: October 17, 2018
Welcome to your watercolor happy place!
The world of Danielle Donaldson is as wondrous as a jar full of fireflies. Her whimsical illustrations are known for their offbeat color combinations, artful arrangements and endearing quirkiness. In this book, you'll learn how to partner with the wonderfully...
by Daphne Hicks
Language: English
Release Date: September 30, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: September 30, 2014
The characteristics of watercolour naturally complement botanical art and this beautiful book shows you how to make the most of this versatile medium. It starts by guiding you through the complexities of painting flowers, with advice on materials and colour mixing, using colour to achieve translucency...
Everyday Watercolor Flowers
A Modern Guide to Painting Blooms, Leaves, and Stems Step by Step
Language: English
Release Date: June 11, 2019
Author of Everyday Watercolor and Instagram darling Jenna Rainey presents a beautiful step-by-step guide to painting botanicals from lilies to daffodils in a wide variety of styles.
Artist Jenna Rainey shares easy-to-follow ways to paint a wide range of botanicals, all in her fresh, modern...