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African Safari
by: Fetner, P. Jay
The ultimate wildlife and photographic adventure. This large, beautifully
photographed book takes you on a virtual african safari. And if you want
to plan your own safari, this book will walk you through the steps needed
to prepare and plan. Chapter 1 details the factors that contribute to
organizing a successful trip. Chapter 2 deals with the photographic aspect
of a safari. Chapter 3 contains previously written material pertaining
to safaris, animals and Africa itself. Chapters 4 through 9 deal with
the animals themselves. The author emphasizes the natural behavior and
characteristics most likely to be seen firsthand on safari. Chapter 10
is a fitting conclusion to a serious and comprehenvive study:some cautiously
optimistic thoughts on the future of this magnificent experience. An up-to-date
and extensive bibliography of the best popular sources of animal information
is also provided. 680 pages with color photographs throughout.
c. 1987, H/C...$60.00
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An Artist In Africa
by: Shepherd, David
A stunning volume of 44 color paintings of African animals by David Shepherd.
c. 1969, H/C...$25.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Near Mint with Dust jacket
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An Introduction to Drawing Animals
by: Gallwey, Kay
A practical approach to the drawing of anmials. Explores the vast range
of techniques and media that are available and provides a wealth of valuable
hints and tips on how to achieve the best results with them. Stresses
the importance of anatomy and an understanding of how the skeleton of
an animal works, along with the functions of joints, muscles and fur.
The need to study the actual line of the animal and how this is affected
by movement, age and character. Several step-by-step demonstrations accompany
the text, where the different media are explained in more detail, giving
examples of what to use to create certain effects. Among those featured
are pencil, pen, charcoal, pen and ink, watercolor, pastels and monotypes.
128 pages.
c. 1996, H/C...$25.00
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Animal Anatomy For Artists: The Elements Of Form
by: Goldfinger, Eliot
Designed for painters, sculptors, and illustartors who use animal imagery
in their work, whether beginner or accomplished professional. The focus
is on forms created by muscles and bones, giving you a 3-D understanding
of the complex outer surface of the animal. Included are drawings of skeletons,
muscles, cross sections, silhouettes and photos of live animals. Covers
animals such as: horse, dog, cat, cow, pig, squirrel, rabbit, lion, giraffe,
deer, hippo, rhino, elephant, gorilla, sea lion, and bear. 242 pgs.
c. 2004, H/C...$50.00
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Animal Artist's Sketch Box
Everything you need to start sketching animals today. This handy box contains
a comprehensive guidebook to techniques and is beautifully presented together
with a selection of pencils, an earser & pencil sharpener so you can
begin drawing immediately. In the book you will discover how to break
down complex forms into basic shapes, and render textured details such
as fur & feathers by using shading, blending, & hatching techniques.
Step-by-step demonstrations show how to capture rapid skecthes of wildlife
and birds to finished portraits of domestic pets. 64 pgs.
c. 2006, S/C in Box w/Pencils, Sharpener, Eraser...$15.00
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Animal Illustrations (CD-ROM & Book)
542 different copyright-free illustrations. Comes with a CD-ROM which
contains all the images shown in the book. (CD-ROM for macintosh & windows).
CD-ROM contains 542 high-quality grayscale graphics saved in TIFF & JPEG
formts.
c.1998, S/C with CD-ROM...$9.95
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Animal Sketching
by: Calder, Alexander
The purpose of this book is to help the student to draw animals as he
or she sees them. Noting and practising the way the author captures the
emotions and attitudes of animals in a few quick lines, the student can
quickly obtain a lasting groundwork in animal sketching that will before
long become second nature. These full-body sketches and enlarged details,
in rapid, expressive brush-and-ink, of animals from the farm, the zoo,
wildlife and the home in characteristic poses and movements, reveal both
the action and portrait aspects of the art. 62 pages.
c. 1926, (1973 edition), S/C...$3.50
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Animals: 1419 Copyright-Free Illustrations
by: Harter, Jim
1419 copyright-free illustrations of over 1000 various species of mammals,
birds, fish & insects to use on anything. This book is an awesome resource
& refernece book for drawing almost any animal you wish to draw. It
includes many images of animals in action, which helps as a reference
when you don't have the option to see the animal in the flesh. Some images
include the native scenery of more exotic creatures. All images in B/W.
283 pgs.
c.1979, S/C...$12.95
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Anyone Can Draw Horses
by: Evers, June
A step-by-step guide to drawing horses for all ages. Detailed illustrations
and simple instructions ease you into the world of drawing horses. Includes
model drawings you can trace and use to create your own artwork. 39 pgs.
c. 2003, S/C...$7.95
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Art of Bev Doolittle
by: Maclay, Elise
Here is lavishly illustrated collection of the work of Bev Doolittle, one
of America's leading artists today. Doolittle is best know for her camouflage
technique, filled with detail and with presences that become more visible
with each viewing. 160 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C...$65.00
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Art of Frank C. McCarthy
by: Kelton, Elmer
Spectacular overview of the artist's exciting western work. 160 pgs.
c. 1992, H/C...$60.00
Out-of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New
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Art of Tasha Tudor
by: Davis, Harry
This book includes 150 of Tasha Tudor's finest paintings and drawings,
including holiday acrds, illustrations from her classic children's books,
fashion designs she made for Pierre Deux, and samples from her personal
sketchbook. This is the definitive look at how Tasha Tudor's life has
created her art, how her art has shaped her life, and why it is essential
to view them together to best appreciate her gracious legacy. 148 pgs.
c. 2000, H/C...$34.95
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Art of Tom Lovell
by: Hedgpeth, Don
Spectacular overview of the artist's work of the old west & American History.
A commercial artist who started out sketching in the 1930s for pulp magazines,
Lovell advanced to the glossier "slicks" in the 1950s and has
since specialized in Old West, Plains Indian, and Civil War themes. He
here presents from that long career his best canvases, among them his
famed depictions of Lee's surrender and the Fifty-fourth Massachusetts'
assault. he works expertly with natural color, and though not a modern
George Caitlin, his attention to the detail of Indian dress, carriage,
and equipage is quite affecting, fully reflective of his respect for the
cultures of Apache, Sioux, etc. A rich tribute to a captivating artist
who evokes the West's vast landscape and its individual braves and traders
in moods of exuberance and perseverance. 160 pgs.
c. 1993, H/C...$60.00
Out-of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: New
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Artist's Guide to Animal Anatomy
by: Bammes, Gottfried
An illustrated reference to drawing animals. Illustrated with diagrams
and numerous examples by artists and students, a guide to drawing animals
offers a systematic approach to learning proportion, rules of repose and
motion, and basic forms of each section of the body, followed by practical
exercises. 143 pgs.
c.1994, H/C...$29.95
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Bev Doolittle New Magic
by: Maclay, Elise
This long-awaited companion volume to the bestselling The Art of Bev Doolittle--which
has sold more than 250,000 copies--chronicles the artist's natural, spiritual,
and artistic adventure of the last few years, from tracking the bear,
wolf, and eagle in North America to attending sacred Native American ceremonies
to collaborating with New Age musician Paul Winter on a painting/album
concept. Over 50 illustrations, including 24 color plates. Coffee-table
size. 86 pgs.
c. 1995, H/C...$30.00
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Big Cats: The Paintings Of Guy Coheleach
by: Neff, Nancy
Guy Coheleach, one of the finest wildlife painters of our time, travels
the world over to capture the big cat's life from cub to adulthood - playing
& learning, stalking its prey, lying in ambush, nuturing its young,
and cuddling its mate. Text accompanies these splendid portraits answering
questions such as: why do some cats roar and others purr? What makes the
cheetah the fastest animal on earth? Why is the puma nearly extinct east
of the Mississippi? What makes men go off in search of the rare and mysterious
snow leopard? Includes maps detailing the cats past & present distribution,
& charts that graphically present facts of each group. 154 illustrations,
including 59 plates in full color. 242 pgs.
c. 1982, Oversize 12" x 12", H/C...$65.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like
New
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Birds Of Prey
by: Scholz, Flotd
Visual reference for North American raptors examines 17 hawks, falcons,
eagles, and osprey. Floyd Schulz took up bird carving in the 1970's and
was frustrated by the lack of close-up, detailed reference photographs,
so he teamed up with photographer Tad Merrick. This book also contains
species information and artistic instruction. A must-have volume for carvers,
painters and others interested in these magnificent birds. 500 color photos.
318 pgs.
c. 1993, H/C...$59.95
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Buller's Birds of New Zealand
Edited by: Turbott, E.G.
A new edition of A History of the Birds of New Zealand by Sir Walter Lawry
Buller, with 48 reproductions in 6-color offset of the stone-plate lithographs
by J.G. Keulemans from 1888, along with text from Bueller which retains
all the present value from his popular history of species illustrated.
Coffee-table size. 261 pgs.
c. 1967, H/C, Oversize...$75.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very
Good - Like New, comes in decorative matching cardboard case
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Dictionary of 20th Century British Book Illustrators
by: Alan Horne
Most of the great British artists of the 20th century have at some time
contributed illustrations for books - Stanley Spencer, Paul Nash, John
Piper and David Hockney to name but a few. In addition there is a strong
tradition of specialist illustrators - Edward Ardizzone and Lynton Lamb
for example - whose talents complemented a wide variety of texts. The
range of subject matter is enormous - from children's literature to war
art, the humorous to the world of fantasy. A lengthy overview of the subject
examines the revival of wood engraving, commercial art, book jackets,
and children's book illustrations. Each dictionary entry consists of brief
biographical details, followed by details of education (especially art
schools attended), career and influences. For further reference, notes
give titles, dates and publishers of books illustrated, exhibitions held,
collections, and bibliographies. 456 pgs.
c.1994, H/C...$79.50
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Dogs
by: Poortvliet, Rein
Rein Poortvliet, the artist of Gnomes fame, directs his talents towards
dogs with exquiste full color paintings, skillful drawings, and expert
advice. You will learn about dog history, behavior, hunting dogs, show
dogs, and guard dogs. 232 pages in full color.
c. 1983, H/C...$35.00
Out-of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good - Like New
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Draw & Color Beautiful Horses
by: Wooldridge, Patricia
Step-by-step guide to drawing and coloring 20 different horse breeds,
it proceeds from the very simpliest lines and shapes to completed work.
Unique in that it explains both drawing and coloring. Each lesson is illustrated
and described and follows a lesson plan. This is a good tool for the beginner
or artist that needs to practice their skills. Recommended for older children
and adults who love horses and always wanted to be able to draw them.
56 pgs.
c. 1996, S/C...$12.95
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Draw Baby Animals
by: Maday, Jane
Now you can learn to draw all your favorites following the step-by-step
instruction in this unique guide. Just start at the beginning to discover
all the tips and tricks for drawing eyes, ears, muzzles, paws and feet.
Once you've got the basics down, you can move on to creating realistic
drawings of all kinds of sweet baby animals, including puppies, kittens,
bunnies, lambs, foals, penguins, ducklings, fawns, piglets and more. 111
pages
c. 2009, S/C...$18.99
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Draw Horses With Sam Savitt
by: Savitt, Sam
A step-by-step guide to drawing various horses in motion and at rest.
He teaches the aspiring artist to draw like a professional, emphasizng
the need to understand the construction of the horse and how it functions.
More than 100 illustrations. 96 pgs.
c. 1991, H/C...$25.95
Used
Condition: Like New with Dust Jacket.
Name inside front cover.
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Draw Really Cool Stuff (Six Books In One)
by: Dubosque, Doug
Hundreds of exciting and fun images to draw with step-by-step instructions.
You'd be surprised how easy it is to draw! Contains six books in one:
Draw ocean animals, Draw rainforest animals, Draw dinosaurs, Draw desert
animals, Draw insects, & Draw cars, along with 12 deluxe sheets of
tracing paper. Each book is approx 60 pages, bound together in a handsome
spiral bound cover.
c. 1994-1998, Spiral, H/C...$39.99
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Drawing & Painting Animals
by: Curtis, Cecile
A beautifully illustrated guide to capturing the essential qualities of
over 100 animals, both wild & domestic. Mediums include: watercolor, gouache,
oil, scratchboard, pen & ink, crayon, pastel, brush & ink. 159 pgs.
c. 1990, H/C...$45.00
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Drawing Animals
by: Ambrus, Victor
Collection of examples & practical guide to drawing wild & domestic animals.
120 pgs.
c.1990, H/C...$24.95
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Encyclopedia Of Illustration
by: Quinn, Gerard
A compilation of more than 5.000 illustrations and designs, black-and-white:
people, occupations, transport, leisure and sport, music, costume, heraldry
& armour, ornament & alpabets, architecture, anatomy & medicine,
flowers, animals, reptiles, birds, insects, fish. 383 pgs.
c.1990, H/C...$19.95
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Exotic Animals (Workbooks for Painting)
by: Jose M. Parramon
Basic step-by-step art instructions in a workbook format with general
instructions, exercises with step-by-step captioned illustrations, and
models of finished art to copy. Animals included in this book range from
exotic birds to mammals native to forests and remote grasslands shown
in natural poses and realistic movements. 24 pgs.
c.1999, S/C...$6.95
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Frederic Remington: The Masterworks
by: Shapiro, Michael
Edward Frederic Remington was the greatest artist of the American West.
Here, masterworks that span the artist's entire career, including selections
from his letters, diaries, and fiction, provide a comprehensive look at
his work. The book includes more than 150 illustrations, including rare
personal photographs taken by Remington himself. 161 illustrations, 73
in full color. 271 pgs.
c. 1988, S/C...$25.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Near MInt
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Game Birds
by: Coles, Charles
In this lavish book, renowned ornithological illustrator Maurice Pledger
has painted 24 game birds, including pheasant, quail, grouse, partridge,
wild turkey & mallard. Charles Cole, Director of Britain's Game Conservatory
offers informative and readable text on each bird. Coffee-table size.
115 pgs.
c.1988, H/C...$40.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like New
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Glass Giraffe
by: Nelson, Sherry C.
A collection of paintings on glass especially for the decorative artist.
Includes patterns to use and techniques to give your finished product
the ultimate look. Techniques include a pen and ink start, then painting
the picture. Finishing touches are given so as to complement the picture.Patterns
given are:giraffe, tiger, leather flower clematis, robin, sandpiper, black-footed
ferret, mallard hen, white daisies, great crested flycatcher, butterfly,
mule deer, cardinal, tabby cats, saw-whet owl, mushrooms, bamboo and more.
72 pages.
c. 1979, S/C...$7.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good, shows shelf wear,
few pen markings
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Glass Giraffe Volume II
by: Nelson, Sherry C.
22 new paintings on glass, complete with inked designs and full instructions
- especially for the decorative artist. Patterns include giraffe, leopard,
lioness, big-horned sheep,baby nubian goat, roadrunner, seashells, butterflies,
bumblebees, horse, quail, eastern bluebird, wild rose, brown mutt, cocker
spaniel puppy, great horned owl and more. A follow-up to her original
book, Glass Giraffe. 80 pages
c. 1982, S/C...$7.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Good, with some ink stains
and showing shelf wear
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Gnomes
by: Huygen, Wil
A book full of lore, history & fun of real-life details of the gnome,
pictured in full-color by the noted Dutch artist Rein Poortvliet. Follow
Papa Gnome as he rises for breakfast, see him chopping wood, foraging
for animal hair, working in a foundry, & assisting animal friends in distress.
Beautifully illustrated. 212 pgs.
c. 1976, H/C...$35.00
Used,Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Excellent - Like New
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Horses & Horse Drawn Vehicles: A Pictorial Archive
by: Grafton, Carol
Over 800 royalty-free illustrations of equestrian subjects boldly printed
in black and white for quick and easy reproduction. The illustrations,
selected from more than 25 vintage and contemporary publications, are
arranged by subject: horses, riding, hunting, equestrian events, racing,
polo, military, Western, stables and blacksmiths, equipment and accessories,
carriages, mythical subjects, and hobbyhorses. 128 pgs.
c.1994, S/C...$12.95
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How To Draw & Paint Fish & Game
by: Ovington, Ray
The author's work, which has appeared in the country's top outdoor magazines
& books, will show you how to capture the great outdoors on paper.
With step-by-step drawings & instructions, he shows you the unique
but simple thecniques of mastering the art of wildlife illustrations in
pencil, pen & ink, wash & watercolors, whether it is big game,
small game, freshwater or saltwater fish or upland & lowland birds.
He also gives info on where to find your subjects, what their habits &
diets are, & how to research for more detailed information. Many illustrations.
202 pgs.
c. 1985, H/C...$15.00
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Very Good with dust jacket,
Ex-library, usual library markings
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