The tale of the wooden puppet who longs to be a real boy and the old woodcarver who created him. This new edition brings a fresh and inviting look that invites readers to rediscover the story on its own terms and not the Disney version.

The fine art of painting is as varied as the life from which it springs. Each artist portrays different aspects of the world. A great artist is able to take some aspect of life and give it depth and meaning. To do this, an artist will make use of the many devices common to painting. These include composition, color, form, and texture. This engaging and dazzling reference covers the elements and principles of design in painting and the various mediums, forms, imagery, subject matter, and sy...

Perfect for artists-in-training, Learn to Draw Cats & Kittens offers a comprehensive drawing experience that includes step-by-step lessons, as well as full-color photographs, fun facts, trivia, quizzes, and much more.Children will love learning to draw their favorite types of felines, including the:BengalBritish ShorthairPersianRagdollSphinxMaine CoonSiamese

Photography is generally considered to have had its birth in 1839, when Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre first revealed his photographic process to the public. Increasingly, cameras have become more automated and electronic over the years. In spite of the increasing sophistication of the equipment, however, the photographer's eye continues to be all-important. Photography remains a unique human act. This compendium focuses on the technology of photography, the camera and its parts, types of le...

Learn basic art techniques and interesting facts while drawing extreme sports. Perfect for illustrated reports.