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The Ultimate Scenes for Screen: A Self-Tape Practice Book for Young Actors

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Report copyright infringementby Joanne Watkinson (Author)Prepare for the spotlight with Joanne Watkinson's expertly crafted scenes designed specifically for young actors. Whether you're auditioning for film, TV or theatre, this collection offers a diverse range of compelling scenes to showcase your talent and captivate casting directors. Inside, you'll find a curated selection of scenes to challenge and inspire. Each scene is carefully crafted to highlight your unique abilities, making it eas...

Illustrations of the Family of Psittacidæ, or Parrots

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Report copyright infringementby Edward Lear (Author)"Illustrations of the Family of Psittacidae, or Parrots," by Edward Lear, is a breathtaking collection of natural history illustrations, showcasing the vibrant beauty and diversity of parrots. This meticulously reproduced edition features forty-two lithographic plates, each drawn from life and rendered on stone by the author. The book focuses on species largely unfigured at the time of its original publication. A treasure for bird enthusiast...

Wicked: Shiz University 12-Month Undated Planner

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Report copyright infringementby Insight Editions (Author)Make your own magic and stay organized with this Shiz University-inspired 12-month undated planner to keep track of all your important dates and activities throughout the year. This 12-month undated planner features images inspired by Shiz University and Wicked, and is a perfect gift for fans to immerse themselves into the world of Wicked all year long. START PLANNING NOW: Fill in the months and dates in this undated planner to start a...

The Newland (Newlon) Family, a Brief Genealogy and History of the Family Whose Various Branches May Use Either of These Spellings and of Other Failies

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Report copyright infringementby Robert E. (Robert Elijah) 1. Newland (Created by)A fascinating genealogical study tracing the history of the Newland Newlon family and related branches, including a wide range of unique and often surprising family stories. Author Robert E. Newland draws on a wealth of historical resources to present a detailed and engaging account of this prominent family.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of...

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Report copyright infringementby Gotthold Ephraim Lessing (Author), Ellen Frothingham (Author)Gotthold Ephraim Lessing's "Laocoon: An essay upon the limits of painting and poetry, with remarks illustrative of various points in the history of ancient art" remains a cornerstone of aesthetics and art criticism. Lessing masterfully explores the boundaries between poetry and the visual arts, using the iconic Laocoön group sculpture as a central point of reference. This influential work delves into ...

The Great Chinese Art Heist: Imperialism, Organized Crime, and the Hidden Story of China's Stolen Artistic Treasures

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Report copyright infringementby Ralph Pezzullo (Author)The extraordinary story of the theft of priceless Chinese antiques around the world and the connection to crimes spanning more than two centuries--with present-day implications. For the past decade, the art world has been rocked by a series of very costly and elaborately planned heists at major museums. The first took place the night of August 6, 2010 at the Drottningholm Palace in Stockholm, Sweden - the official residence of the Swedish...

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Report copyright infringementby Joyce Carol Oates (Author)Uncensored: Views & (Re)views is Joyce Carol Oates's most candid gathering of prose pieces since (Woman) Writer: Occasions & Opportunities. Her ninth book of nonfiction, it brings together thirty-eight diverse and provocative pieces from the New York Review of Books, the Times Literary Supplement, and the New York Times Book Review.Oates states in her preface, "In the essay or review, the dynamic of storytelling is hidden but n...

Craft Show Business: How to Sell Jewelry at Craft Shows, Maximize Sales and Minimize Risks

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Report copyright infringementby Patricia Baranyai (Author)Disappointed in your craft show sales? Are you choosing the wrong shows? Investing your money and time in craft shows doesn't have to be a gamble. Even in a changing economy, you can grow your jewelry business when you learn strategies that work.The top reason artists fail at craft shows is poor show selection. Add to that an undefined collection, an ineffective presentation and profits are hard to come by.Imagine if you could bypass a...

Cities Beyond Crisis: Race, Affect, and Urban Culture in Twenty-First-Century Iberia

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Report copyright infringementby Catalina Iannone (Author)This book is freely available in an open-access edition thanks to the generous support of The Ohio State University Libraries. In Cities Beyond Crisis, Catalina Iannone studies the rapid evolution of Iberian urban centers in the years following the 2008 financial crisis, identifying how this event catalyzed a protracted period of unraveling and reorganization in the region. Arguing that the affects and effects of the crisis are best un...

Draw Your Adventures: Making Art to Celebrate Everyday Experiences and Travels Near and Far

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Report copyright infringementby Samantha Dion Baker (Author)Capture the details of your unique and remarkable experiences with this illustrated guide to drawing your travels and adventures, whether close to home or around the world. In Draw Your Adventures, artist and illustrator Samantha Dion Baker invites you to savor moments and capture memories using your eyes, your creativity, and a few art-making tools. With as little as a sketchbook and some pens, begin a new art practice or enliven an...

Joysticks to Haptics: A Visual History of Video Game Controllers

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Report copyright infringementby Lost in Cult (Author) Joysticks to Haptics is the ultimate compendium of gaming controllers and retro peripherals from the world of gaming.As video games are played, memories are left in the grooves of their controllers. Atari joysticks still remember being pushed to the limit from afternoons spent playing Frogger, GameCube controllers echo with the clatter of intense Super Smash Bros bouts, each gesture with a Wii Remote is a story to be shared, and every hapt...

Paintings at the Art Institute of Chicago: Highlights of the Collection

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Report copyright infringementby James Rondeau (Author)An updated selection of key paintings at the Art Institute of Chicago, featuring works from around the globe and dating from ancient Egypt to the present day The Art Institute of Chicago, one of the most beloved and important museums in the world, houses an extraordinary collection of objects from diverse places, cultures, and time periods. This beautiful catalogue opens the doors of the museum to readers, presenting an expansive selectio...

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Report copyright infringementby Catherine Lampert (Author), Alex Bacon (Author)John Walker's prolific painting career spans over sixty years. His practice is inspired by a range of visual references, notably the work of Goya, Matisse, the abstract expressionists, and the art of Oceania, as well as by shapes and pattern motifs evoking history, time, and place; however, his work cannot readily be defined as abstract or figurative, and his guiding thought is to have a conversation with the art o...

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Report copyright infringementby Gemini (Author)This beautifully designed book presents the top ten figures in surrealist art, telling their stories alongside quotes and highlighting key works.The surrealist movement, which began in the early 1920s, pushed the boundaries of reality, dream and the subconscious, blending reality with fantastical elements.The Pocket Surrealism provides a concise introduction to the artists who shaped the movement. Looking at ten key figures, Surrealism comes to l...

Season's Creepings Coloring: Color 60 Spooky & Cute Creatures with a Holiday Twist

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Report copyright infringementby Lydia Jean (Illustrator)Add a haunting touch to your holiday season as you color in over 60 black and white drawings of adorable creepy creatures. Artist Lydia Jean dedicates her creative expression to the growing trend of spooky-cute art and novelties. Spooky trends like "creepy Christmas" began in the Victorian era and can be found in British literature, challenging us to look for an alternative meaning for holiday "spirit." Now you, too, can join in celebr...

The Complete Course for Drawing Manga: Learn to Write and Illustrate Your First Manga

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Report copyright infringementby Kuru (Author)The complete guide for creating your first manga!Illustrated with more than 1,000 drawings and featuring manga panels filled with helpful guidance, this book clearly explains everything you need to know to create an original, engaging comic. While it includes all the drawing instruction you need, it goes well beyond that and also includes such topics as choosing the right materials, creating compelling characters, and writing and developing your ow...

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Report copyright infringementby Gemini (Author)Celebrate the dynamic world of Street Art through this accessible guide to ten of its key figures and seminal works.From 1970s New York graffiti to interactive installations and giant murals, Street Art has always blended creativity with activism, conveying messages of social justice and powerful expressions of identity.This book provides a concise and celebratory introduction to the artists who have shaped and revolutionized the urban art scene....

Plein Air Painting with Watercolours: A Practical and Inspirational Guide to Painting Outdoors

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Report copyright infringementby Grahame Booth (Author)The complete beginner's guide to painting en plein air in watercolor, with 8 seasonal step-by-step projects, hands-on exercises and practical advice from expert watercolor teacher, Grahame Booth. 'So what is all this fuss about plein air painting? It is the difference between listening to a CD and being at a concert, watching a travel programme and actually visiting. With plein air you don't just see your subject. You feel it and you are l...

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Report copyright infringementby Steven P. Redondo (Author), Steven P. Redondo (Illustrator), Jonathan D. Robbins (Editor)Feels is a book for everyone.Inspired by real-life scenarios, Redondo's debut poetry collection invites us to reflect on who we are as people, and how werespond to the world around us. Through playful verse and vibrant illustrations, Feels is an emotional exploration of our mostfundamental, universally-shared experience: Feeling.Articulating phenomena like happiness, anger,...

Famm: Female Artists of the Mougins Museum, France

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Report copyright infringementby Kristan M. Hanson (Introduction by), Samantha Baskind (Text by (Art/Photo Books)), Jennifer R. Cohen (Text by (Art/Photo Books))A breathtaking sanctuary dedicated exclusively to the work of extraordinary women artistsFor centuries, art history has largely overlooked the accomplishments of women artists. With the opening of the Female Artists of the Mougins Museum in France--or FAMM for short--this imbalance in the recognition and appreciation of women's art fro...

The Colour Mixing Guide: Watercolour Seashore

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Report copyright infringementby Julie Collins (Author)Create over 100 vibrant watercolor mixes and paint a range of inspiring seashore subjects including shells, seaweed, plants and fish with award-winning artist and color-mixing guru Julie Collins. This colorful, practical book features 15 vibrant and varied coastal subjects including mussel shells, coral weed, sea grass, sardines and a blue jellyfish. All 15 subjects feature a complete list of color mixes used with color ratios and finished...

Summer Is Here! a Coloring Book: Color the Season of Sunshine and Outdoor Adventures - Over 100 Pages to Color

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Report copyright infringementby Editors of Chartwell Books (Author)Enjoy summer fun in the sun with the Summer is Here! A Coloring Book. With outdoor adventures, camping fun, beach scenes, and colorful treats, summertime is all about kicking back, relaxing, and enjoying the season. Now you can relish this season year-round, with this coloring book! De-stress with inspiring summer scenes and appreciate everything the season has to offer, from surfboards to colorful cacti to sweet ice cream and...

Current Color on the Susquehanna River: An Artist's Refection on Life and Painting

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Report copyright infringementby Diana Thomas (Author) Number of Pages: 140 Dimensions: 0.38 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: July 07, 2025

Mapping Media Ecology: Introduction to the Field

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Report copyright infringementby Lance Strate (Editor), Dennis D. Cali (Author)Until now, the academic foundations of media ecology have been passed down primarily in the form of edited volumes, often by students of Neil Postman, or are limited to a focus on Marshall McLuhan and/or Postman or some other individual important to the field. Those volumes are invaluable in pointing to key ideas in the field; they provide an important and informed account of the fundamentals of media ecology as set...

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Report copyright infringementby Gemini (Author)A deep dive into the career, creativity, and influence of Chappell Roan, exploring her groundbreaking music and cultural impact.Pop visionary, trendsetter, and boundary-pushing artist, Chappell has redefined modern music with her genre-blurring sound and fearless creativity. From gorgeous hits Good Luck, Babe! and Pink Pony Club to her flamboyant and joyous live performances, she has become the voice - and style - of a new generation. Not only is...

Love's Gate: Soul's Innate Love and Divine Inheritance

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Report copyright infringementby Lynne J. McCarthy (Author), Mark Tredinnick (Editor)This book, spiritual in nature, bears witness through poetry and clay sculpture of the experience of divine essence. The soul journeys home through love's gate; love is the way deeper into life, and it is the gate that opens out of pain and into peace. Lynne McCarthy walks this meridian, this portal; her poems and sculptures-deeply personal and at the same time lightly liturgical-speak quietly with you, and ch...

Basketry Technology: A Guide to Identification and Analysis, Updated Edition

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Report copyright infringementby J. M. Adovasio (Author)A new edition of the classic guide for archaeologists, anthropologists, art historians, and collectors for identifying and analyzing ancient baskets and basket fragments with an extensive new introduction summarizing the work done in this area over recent decades.Author BiographyJ. M. Adovasio, Edward Schumacherand, Rhonda, Andrews Number of Pages: 208 Dimensions: 0.6 x 10.8 x 8.3 IN Publication Date...

To Find Dawn's Moon: Details and dimensions of The Dharma Bums by Jack Kerouac

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Report copyright infringementby Gregory Stephenson (Author)TO FIND DAWN'S MOON: A commentary on backgrounds and contexts, motifs, meanings and afterlives of Jack Kerouac's classic novel, The Dharma Bums. Close reading of imagery, a look at Dharma Bums merchandise and activities. Number of Pages: 110 Dimensions: 0.23 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: July 04, 2025

Before the Applause: Why Artists Need to Be Good Project Managers

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Report copyright infringementby Joe Desensi (Author), Joe Hanna (Author), Iam Bennett (Illustrator)Heralded as "witty, wise, accessible, practical, vibrant" - "a roadmap for leaders, artists, and project managers," "a true breath of fresh air," and "an outstanding performance."There are many steps between CREATION and STANDING OVATION. And most artists don't know how to navigate them. Readers of Before the Applause will have a leg up on "breaking a leg" thanks to the practical tools and tips ...

50 Plus 50 and One Quotes: A Tribute to Cognitive Engineering

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Report copyright infringementby Khalid Ibn Anderson (Author) Number of Pages: 126 Dimensions: 0.44 x 8 x 5 IN Publication Date: July 01, 2025

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Report copyright infringementby Madison Charlton (Author)Discover the ultimate visual encyclopedia of queer identity with 104 Pride Flags, the gold standard reference for the LGBTQ2S+ community and allies. Featuring 104 full-color, meticulously illustrated flags, this sixth edition offers up-to-date coverage of both iconic and emerging pride symbols, each accompanied by concise histories and cultural context.Authored by Madison Charlton-renowned designer of Toronto's Church-Wellesley neighbor...