Art Composition

A practical resource to help you turn struggle into success and become the writing coach your kid needs—from the creator of the award-winning Brave Writer curriculum Writing is often hard—for kids and for adults. How can we help our children get past the difficulties and learn the writing...

In Photography Composition, you will find all you need to know to learn the basics of composition. It will teach you the proper terms and ways to apply rules that you might already know instinctively yet not quite understand why they work the way they do.

Photography for beginners is an audiobook directed to anyone who is interested in learning how to take amazing photographs. It can be used whether you take photos as a hobby, as an aspiring professional photographer, or if you’ve simply never picked up a camera in your life. This audiobook highlights the main concepts required to consciously start taking great photographs. Everything is explained simply to make them useful for both complete beginners and already initiated photographers.

HOW TO DRAW EVERYTHING (ALMOST) FROM A TO Z, is an informative, entertaining and useful book for the new or experienced artist who wants to learn more about drawing. Over 75 images in this book on drawing gives a wide overview of types, styles and tips for composing and drawing things, from angels to zebras, from faces to landscapes, from boats to mountains and from dinosaurs to trucks. Includes tips on using the light source and shading, composing and adding points of interest in your drawings. Enjoy!

***An Instant New York Times Bestseller*** From the woman who is credited for launching what we know as the celebrity focused, “brand” driven, social media obsessed popular culture of today, comes an honest and surprising memoir that reckons with that truth, and shows that there is so much...

The first novel-writing guide from the best-selling Save the Cat! story-structure series, which reveals the 15 essential plot points needed to make any novel a success. Novelist Jessica Brody presents a comprehensive story-structure guide for novelists that applies the famed Save the Cat!...

An exuberant, uniquely accessible, beautifully illustrated look inside the enigmatic art and craft of conducting, from a celebrated conductor whose international career has spanned half a century. John Mauceri brings a lifetime of experience to bear in an unprecedented, hugely informative...

A master class in the art of persuasion, as taught by professors ranging from Bart Simpson to Winston Churchill, newly revised and updated. The time-tested secrets taught in this book include Cicero's three-step strategy for moving an audience to action, and Honest Abe's Shameless Trick for...

The Golden Ratio Explained: Sacred Geometry, Proportion in Design, Photography, Architecture, Branding, and Human Perception What makes certain designs feel balanced, certain photographs feel powerful, and certain buildings feel timeless? The Golden Ratio Explained takes you deep into one of the most fascinating ideas in mathematics and aesthetics: the number phi, approximately 1.618, and its powerful influence across art, architecture, graphic design, branding, photography, nature, and human perception. This comprehensive and accessible guide reveals how a simple proportional relationship ...

From bestselling and award-winning author and professor Elizabeth McCracken comes an irresistible look at the art of writing. Writing can feel like an endless series of decisions. How does one face the blank page? Move a character around a room? Deal with time? Undertake revision? The good and...

For more than a quarter century, biographer Philip Norman's internationally bestselling Shout! has been unchallenged as the definitive biography of the Beatles. Now, at last, Norman turns his formidable talent to the Beatle for whom being a Beatle was never enough. Drawing on previously untapped...

Everyone has a story, and helping people tell their stories has been Nancy Slonim Aronie’s life mission. Building on her acclaimed Memoir as Medicine, this new guide tackles the short personal essay. With warmth and humor, Nancy provides prompts, inspiration, and hard-won wisdom to empower you to write an unforgettable narrative. You’ll learn to begin with an irresistible hook (“kill ’em with the first line”) and employ compelling direct quotes, drama, vulnerability, universal themes, and self-reflection to get readers into your corner.

Immerse yourself in the transformative journey through the tapestry of art with "Creative Convergence", a compelling eBook designed for artists, art lovers, and creators of every niche. This book unveils the sublime alliance between ancient wisdom and contemporary innovation, guiding you to harness your full artistic potential. As you unveil Chapter 1, embrace the practices of "Cultivating Creative Mindfulness", discovering how the serenity of a mindful state can unleash explosive creativity. Navigate your way to "The Artist's Toolkit", where Chapter 2 ensures you're armed with the ...

Mastering Photography in a Classic Way by Siu Lun Yuen is a calm, craft-first guide for photographers who want to slow down, see with intention, and create images that last. Blending time-honoured technique with mindful practice, this book teaches you how to work with light, space, and story—without getting lost in gear overload. If you love the look and discipline of classic photography but still shoot digital, this book is your bridge between eras. Across clear explanations, practical exercises, and elegant line-art diagrams, you’ll learn how to translate photographic fundamentals—...

Every novelist dreams of it--writing the book that rockets to the top of the bestseller lists. Now, they can see how it's done, up close, in an audiobook by an agent who has sold manuscripts that turned into hits. Here Albert Zuckerman covers the essential elements of the blockbuster novel and...

Unlock the secrets of photography and take your visual storytelling to spellbinding heights with "Illuminating Creativity," your comprehensive guide to transcending the ordinary through the lens. Delve into the depths of your unique creative essence and learn to define the compelling objective in each frame. Let your story unfold through the meticulous curation of visual elements that speak volumes without uttering a word. Embark on a journey that equips you with the knowledge to make discerning choices in photography equipment, perfectly balancing your budget and artistic needs. Discover ...

Step into a world where nature meets artistry and tradition blooms with every leaf and stone. "Living Sculptures" is an all-encompassing guide to the delicate and beautiful practices of Penjing, Saikei, and Bonsai. Discover the secrets of these ancient arts that teach us to see the majestic in the miniature, to find the universe in a single leaf, and to capture the essence of landscapes in the space within our own hands. Embark on a journey that begins with the essence of each art form – understanding not just the "how," but the "why" behind the transformative process of shaping nature. ...

From the New York Times bestselling author of Love Is a Mix Tape, a thoughtful and loving meditation on the life of the late David Bowie that explores his creative legacy and the enduring and mutual connection he enjoyed with his fans Innovative. Pioneering. Brave. Until his death in January...

Tired of AI-Generated Images That Look… Generic? Have you ever marveled at stunning AI art, only to find your own creations feel hollow and lifeless? You type “a dragon,” but where is the story, the soul, the magic you truly envisioned? If you're ready to stop getting bland results and start creating images that tell a story, you've found the right book. Author David, in a friendly and mentor-like voice, reveals that the secret isn't a better prompt—it's richer context. Go from Prompter to Art Director. Image Context Engineering takes you on an inspiring journey beyond simple ...

El storytelling no se trata solo de contar cuentos, por más poético que pueda sonar. Se trata de un método eficaz que te ayudará a potenciar tu mensaje sea cual sea el tema que vayas a tratar. Entenderlo y usarlo para comunicarte será sumamente útil tanto si quieres escribir una novela o tu libro de memorias como si deseas exponer una idea nueva en la empresa donde trabajas.