Author: Mark Wigan Publisher: AVA Publishing ISBN: 2940373906 Category : Art Languages : en Pages : 291
Book Description
A revealing guide to the numerous terms associated with the art of illustration. The book has been designed for art students, aspiring and professional illustrators and all those interested in this constantly evolving discipline.--Publisher.
Author: Gavin Ambrose Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing ISBN: 2940439818 Category : Design Languages : en Pages : 306
Book Description
The Visual Dictionary of Pre-press & Production is a concise and comprehensive introduction to the world of print and production. Containing textual and visual defintitions for over 250 pre-press and production terms, this book is an invaluable reference tool for all students and practitioners of graphic design, typography, illustration and visual communication subjects. From practical terms such as Accents, Bitmap and Color calibration, to styles and finishes such as Canadian and half-Canadian, Perfect Bound and TCF (Totally Chlorine Free), this book contains both modern terminology and the traditional terms still in current usage.
Author: DK Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd ISBN: 1405391103 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 674
Book Description
"The ultimate dictionary." - Times Educational Supplement Packed with more than 30,000 words and 6,000 incredible images, this look-up-and-learn encyclopedia covers a spectacular spectrum of subjects to educate and entertain young readers.?? DK's Visual Dictionary has been updated and revised with crystal-clear definitions and eye-catching visuals ready to explore and explain anything and everything you can think of. The vast range of topics include our planet and the Universe, prehistoric Earth, plants and animals, the human body, geography, visual arts, architecture, music, sports, science, and technology. Discover how a plasma TV works, step inside an erupting volcano, or take the wheel of a racing car on this amazing tour of useful words for you to put into practice. If your vocabulary could do with a boost, this is an unbeatable dictionary. If school studies and homework are a struggle, this is the helping hand you need. And if your library has room for an absolute classic, this is a welcome addition for all the family to enjoy.
Author: Francis D. K. Ching Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0470648856 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 340
Book Description
The classic, bestselling reference on architecture now revised and expanded! An essential one-volume reference of architectural topics using Francis D.K. Ching's signature presentation. It is the only dictionary that provides concise, accurate definitions illustrated with finely detailed, hand-rendered drawings. From Arch to Wood, every concept, technology, material and detail important to architects and designers are presented in Ching's unique style. Combining text and drawing, each term is given a minimum double-page spread on large format trim size, so that the term can be comprehensively explored, graphically showing relations between concepts and sub-terms A comprehensive index permits the reader to locate any important word in the text. This long-awaited revision brings the latest concepts and technology of 21st century architecture, design and construction to this classic reference work It is sure to be by the side of and used by any serious architect or designer, students of architecture, interior designers, and those in construction.
Author: David West Reynolds Publisher: Dk Pub ISBN: 0789434814 Category : Juvenile Fiction Languages : en Pages : 64
Book Description
Annotated photographs and movie stills describe every important feature of the characters, creatures, costumes, droids, weapons, and equipment in the Star Wars trilogy
Author: Jean-Claude Corbeil Publisher: ISBN: Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 904
Book Description
One of the most extraordinary reference titles ever produced is now available in paperback!Since its publication in 1992, The Macmillan Visual Dictionary has been heralded as the most innovative and graphically stunning reference work of its kind. And this remarkable volume certainly merits the praise: it provides full-color visual definitions of nearly everything. Want to know the difference between curly endive and curled kale? Curious about the distinguishing features of various judo holds and throws? Wondering what each and every feature of a Gothic cathedral is called? The answers to these and thousands of other questions are at your fingertips. The Macmillan Visual Dictionary identifies more than 25,000 terms with more than 3,500 full-color illustrations covering 600 subjects. Ranging from Astronomy and Geography to Combat Sports and Communications, from the Vegetable and Animal Kingdoms to Human Beings and Symbols, and from Architecture and House Furniture to Maritime Transport and Energy, the book's 28 chapters provide truly exhaustive coverage of the world as we know it. A usage guide, detailed table of contents, and extensive index allow for easy referencing. As ideal for the family reference library as for the casual browser trying to identify that "whatchamacallit", the compact paperback edition of The Macmillan Visual Dictionary will continue to set the standard in reference works.
Author: DK Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 059397106X Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 0
Book Description
Colorful, visual dictionary packed with nearly 10,000 words and phrases Learning new words is now easier for children aged 7+ with the Children’s Visual Dictionary. This stunning new dictionary uses clear and simple illustrations to depict words and phrases in an engaging manner. Words are grouped into themed sections that cover practical, everyday topics – such as city life, sports, construction, or ordering food in a restaurant – helping young readers grasp complicated topics and build their knowledge of the English language. Children’s Visual Dictionary helps young learners push the boundaries of their English vocabulary.
Author: Jean-Claude Corbeil Publisher: Merriam-Webster ISBN: Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 968
Book Description
Incorporates more than 20,000 words and their definitions, and 6,000 full-color illustrations, plus seventeen chapters on a wide variety of subjects.
Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, Inc Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) ISBN: Category : Foreign Language Study Languages : en Pages : 408
Book Description
A vocabulary guide that presents color photos of everyday objects and tasks with labels in English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian, grouping words and phrases in fifteen categories, including health, food, and leisure.
Author: Fashionary Publisher: Fashionary ISBN: 9789881354761 Category : Costume Languages : en Pages : 336
Book Description
Fashionpedia is the ultimate fashion bible, containing thousands of fashion items for more efficient and productive brainstorming. Designed to be as visually driven as the people who use it, Fashionpedia contains thousands of fashion items, converting unapproachable technical terms on style, material and production into beautiful charts and infographics. Whether you're an industry insider or a fashion connoisseur, Fashionpedia is all you'll ever need to navigate the fashion scene.
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